Health campaigns

Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

The Healthier You NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme is a free programme for those who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
You can get help to make positive changes to your diet, weight and
physical activity to significantly reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Watch the Start your journey to a healthier you film

Find out if you’re at risk of developing type 2 diabetes by:
• Answering a few simple questions on the ‘Know Your Risk’ tool at
riskscore.diabetes.org.uk

Find out more by reading the leaflet by clicking on the following link: Are you at risk of diabetes.pdf

Park View 4U (Men’s Group)

Are you interested in developing practical skills, heritage crafts, doing activities and meeting new people, then consider the outdoor Park View 4U a new men’s group starting Feb 23rd 2023. To find out more click on the link: The-Toolkit-Poster.pdf

Menopause Matters

Would you like to find out more about the menopause, symptoms, alternative therapies, HRT and things you can do then visit Menopause Matters website by clicking on the following link: Menopause Matters, menopausal symptoms, remedies, advice

Change4Life

Would you or your family like to be healthier and happier? Would you like loads of ideas, recipes and games to help you do this? Then you already know why you should join Change4Life. Joining is a brilliant first step to get the most out of Change4Life and their quick assessment will help you discover the right places for you to start making a change.

Visit the website to start making your change

Antibiotic awareness

Antibiotic resistance (when an antibiotic is no longer effective) is a major problem. It is one of the most significant threats to patients’ safety in Europe. Antibiotic resistance is driven by overusing antibiotics and the inappropriate prescribing of them. It’s important that we use antibiotics the right way, to slow down resistance and make sure these life-saving medicines remain effective for us and future generations.

To find out more about responsible use of antibiotics, visit: www.nhs.uk/nhsengland/ARC/pages/AboutARC.aspx

Seasonal flu

Flu is a highly infectious and very common viral illness that is spread by coughs and sneezes. It is not the same as the common cold. Flu is caused by a different group of viruses and symptoms tend to be more severe and last longer. You can catch flu all year round, but it is especially common in winter, which is why it is also known as ‘seasonal flu’.

Flu causes a sudden high temperature, headache and general aches and pains, tiredness and a sore throat. You can also lose your appetite, feel nauseous and have a cough. If you have flu you generally start to feel ill within a few days of being infected. Symptoms peak after two to three days and you should begin to feel much better after a week or so, although you may feel tired for much longer.

A flu vaccine is available free on the NHS if you:

  • Are pregnant
  • 65 or older
  • Have a serious medical condition
  • Are a healthcare worker or carer
  • Live in a residential or nursing home

The best way to protect yourselves and others from flu is to get vaccinated. Speak to your GP if you fall in to one of the categories above.

Please can you help us help you by using any of the following apps to order your repeat prescriptions the MyGP , NHS and Patient Access.  

Thank you

Holland House Surgery