Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres

22/12/2025

Our Winter Practice Newsletter is out! You can read it here - https://www.odihamhealthcentre.co.uk/homepage

19/12/2025

Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service available in the UK for anyone struggling with mental health issues. Text 'Shout' to 85258 to connect with trained volunteers who listen to your concerns and help you find a calm and safe place to discuss your feelings. The service is designed to provide immediate support and is available to anyone in the UK, regardless of age.

17/12/2025

The NHS is here for you, and this winter it’s more important than ever to use the right services to get you the help you need.

15/12/2025

Final Day to Submit Your Prescription Request for Christmas 🎄🎄🎄
Make sure to submit your prescription request today if you need it over the Christmas break.

10/12/2025

Domestic abuse is a crime. It’s not your fault, and it’s not something you have to go through alone. The National Domestic Abuse Helpline at Refuge is available 24/7 on 0808 2000 247 or visit https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/

08/12/2025

If you need emergency or urgent dental care you can now get advice from NHS 111 or contact a dentist and ask for an appointment.

If you're in pain while waiting for a dental appointment, you can ask a pharmacist for advice on taking painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen.

04/12/2025

This week is Grief Awareness Week, and a chance to recognise how any type of loss can affect our wellbeing.
There’s no right or wrong way to feel — grief affects everyone differently.
If you're finding things difficult, there’s support that can help.
➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss/

02/12/2025

We are pleased to report a 97.4% satisfaction rate for last month! We value every suggestion and comment you provide, so thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. 😁

The Friends and Family Test (FFT) is an important feedback tool that supports the fundamental principle that people who use NHS services should have the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience.

01/12/2025

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.

But small things can help:

🔵 try some physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🔵 make the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🔵 plan for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks or building in more rest

There’s also treatment available if you’re finding things really tough – such as light therapy, talking therapies or medication.

Find out more ➡️ www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

24/11/2025

Such a powerful message during

18/11/2025

We are absolutely delighted to receive this delicious chocolatey traybake from a patient! It will be enjoyed by everyone. Such heartfelt words truly touched us all. ❤️ 🙏

10/11/2025