The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much. Like – not being able to raise your arm. But any sign of a stroke is always an emergency. Face or arm or speech, at the first sign, it’s time to call 999 www.nhs.uk/actFast Every 5 minutes, someone in the UK will have a … Continued
Our practices (The Whickham Practice, Chainbridge Medical Practice, Glenpark Medical Centre, Teams Medical Practice and Sunniside Surgery) now have the support of a Mental Health Practitioner. Contact the surgery you are registered with to book an appointment and get the support you need.
We get it. If you’ve been battling sleep problems for too long, you’ve likely tried anything from medication to apps, but nothing seems to work. This is a common experience, and there’s a reason why those things don’t work. If you need help with sleeping, the surgeries Whickham, Chainbridge, Glenpark, Teams and Sunniside provide support. … Continued
Let’s be Healthier Together this Winter Healthier Together is a trusted NHS resource for parents and carers. The App and website give clear and reliable advice to help keep children and young people well this winter. Healthier Together uses a simple’ traffic light’ system. This system is based on common symptoms of childhood illnesses. It … Continued
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Change NHS: Help Build a Health Service Fit For the Future The NHS is creating a new 10-year Health Plan so it can meet everyone’s needs in the future. The plan will focus on improving care and supporting patients and staff better. This is an opportunity to share your thoughts and experiences to help shape … Continued
Why Targeted Lung Health Checks Are So Important Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the UK. Often, people don’t know they have it until it’s too late for effective treatment. Targeted Lung Health Checks can change that by helping find lung cancer earlier, especially in people at higher risk. What Are … Continued
World Diabetes Day 2024: Focus on Wellbeing World Diabetes Day is on November 14, 2024. This year’s theme is well-being for people with diabetes. Managing diabetes can be tough, but with the proper care, people can live healthier lives. What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is a condition that happens when the body either doesn’t produce enough … Continued
Understanding Your Risk of Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is a health concern that many men face as they get older. It’s important to know your risk and take steps to stay healthy. This guide will help you understand prostate cancer and what you can do to protect yourself. What is the Prostate? The prostate is … Continued
Stigma Kills: See The Person, Hear Their Story Warning: This article discusses addiction and related issues Many people struggle with addiction, but they often feel judged. This is called stigma, and it makes it hard for them to get help. The Stigma Kills campaign wants to change how we talk about addiction. It aims to stop judgment … Continued
