Riverside Surgery Rock Ferry

20/04/2026

Some of the evidence suggests that there is still a small correlation between bedsharing and SIDS even when neither parent/carer's smoke. This could be due to hazardous sleeping environment, an infant’s vulnerabilities such as preterm, small for dates and infants who are solely formula fed. Mothers who artificially feed are more inclined to turn onto their backs once they have fallen asleep (UNICEF 2022).

Bed Sharing & Safety Issues:

· Adult mattresses are not designed for infants.

· Adult pillows and bedding may contribute to suffocation.

· Adult duvets can contribute to overheating – the ideal temperature for an infant’s room is 16-20 0C.

· Other children or pets may be sharing the parental bed, and this may lead to suffocation or over-heating.

· Infants may be squashed /suffocated by parents or others in the bed. · Infants may get wedged in the bed or may wriggle into a position from which they can’t get out.

· Infants may roll out of bed and be injured.

UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Caring for your baby at night – a parent's guide . This leaflet offers helpful, practical advice to parents on looking after their baby at night.

https://riversidesurgerywirral.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Caring-for-Baby-at-Night.pdf

20/04/2026

15/04/2026

Testicular cancer is most common in men aged 15 to 49.
It usually only affects one testicle, but it can affect both.
It's important to know what is normal for you and to contact your GP practice if you spot anything you’re worried about.
Find more info here: https://nhs.uk/conditions/testicular-cancer/

15/04/2026

05/04/2026

22/03/2026

18/03/2026

If you or someone you know needs mental health support, help is easier to find than you might think.

The Hub of Hope is a free, searchable database of local and national services, all in one place.

Find support today:
https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/getting-help/help-community

18/03/2026

Stop Hate UK provides an independent and confidential 24 hour, 365 days per year helpline, known as The Stop Hate Line, for people who are targeted because of hate, harassment or discrimination to talk to someone about their experiences and get support on this. The service can also help if you are a witness or are supporting someone who has been affected by hate.

You can report a hate crime online at Report Hate Crime - Merseyside - Stop Hate UK or via telephone 0800 138 1625 or via text to 07717 989 025 . Texts are charged at your standard network rate. Available 24 hours a day.

Additional Information Select your area for additional information on local support available to you. BuckinghamshireBradford – Under 18 Service (Call Hate Out) & Via our West Yorkshire Reporting App for all agesCalderdale – Under 18 Service (Call Hate Out) & Via our West Yorkshire Reporting App...

17/03/2026

Find out what happens when you have breast screening and what you can do to prepare.

17/03/2026

Breeze Health Programme 🏥

Whether you’re recently diagnosed or have been living with a long-term health condition for some time, the Breeze programme can help build confidence in self-management.

Improve your physical and mental wellbeing,
Teach you how to cope with anxiety and build resilience,
Access personalised information, advice and guidance, including referral onto
Appropriate support services if required
Improve feelings of social isolation
Improve communication with health and social care providers

Breeze is a four week course starting Thursday 9th April 10am - 12pm

12/03/2026

The 4Ts are signs of type 1 diabetes in children (and adults).

They’re simple to remember and if you spot any of these signs, at any time, see a doctor for a diabetes test immediately:

Toilet (increased wees and wet nappies or unusual bed wetting) 🚽
Thirsty (drinking lots) 💧
Tired (more than usual) 😴
Thinner (the child may look or feel thinner or their clothes may be looser) ⚖️

While these symptoms don’t always mean diabetes, they should be checked immediately. As if type 1 diabetes is left undiagnosed, it can make you really ill, really quickly and lead to a potentially fatal condition called diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

Please hit share and help spread awareness of the 4Ts.

Together, we can save lives.