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Stop smoking this Stoptober

STOPTOBER IS BACK! Stoptober is a stop smoking challenge that takes place every October across the UK. Research shows that if you can quit smoking for 28 days, you’re five times more likely to quit for good. Stoptober is an ideal time to stop smoking as you’ll join thousands of others battling to break the…

UK Health Security Agency Statement on MPox

People in our community may have seen reports in the media about the World Health Organization (WHO) identifying mpox as an international public health concern. A statement from the UK Health Security Agency has advised that the risk to the UK population is currently considered low. Nevertheless, be assured that NHS plans are underway to…

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is an infectious disease of the airways. It can make you become wheezy or short of breath and can lead to pneumonia and other life-threatening conditions. The new RSV vaccine will be offered to patients who turn 75 years of age on or after 1st September 2024, or who are already…

GPs are on your side

We value our patients. We know that most patients value us too, especially when they need us regularly. You know we can deal with most of your health problems, keep you out of hospital, and have your best interests at heart. The problem is with the mismanagement of the NHS. Your GP is an expert…

Gestational Diabetes Prevention Programme

The customised gestational diabetes prevention program provides a variety of advantages and is designed to assist individuals diagnosed with gestational diabetes. By joining our diabetes prevention program, patients will gain access to personalised guidance and resources designed to help them make sustainable lifestyle changes. Here are some of the key benefits: 1. Personalised Support: Our…

NHS App

You probably know about the NHS App – you might even be using it. But have you turned on your notifications? Turning on your notifications means you’ll see any messages we send you immediately, rather than having to login to the app to see if we have sent you a message. Go to your device…

Veterans Health Campaign: Say you served

When individuals leave the UK Armed Forces, it’s important for them to register with an NHS GP practice and tell them they’ve served. This means their GP can better understand their health, particularly any health problems relating to their time in service. NHS England, together with the Office for Veterans’ Affairs, is running a campaign…

Veteran Friendly Practice Accreditation

The Veteran Friendly Practice accreditation is part of an NHS 10 year plan to improve veteran engagement with healthcare providers. It enables practices to easily identify, understand, and support veterans, and where appropriate, refer them to specialist healthcare services designed especially for them. OpCourage is the Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing service. It works with…