The Blandford Group Practice

07/01/2026

The HPV virus can lead to some cancers, including cervical, head and neck.
If you missed your vaccination you can catch up at your GP practice until your 25th birthday
Find out more www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/

Appointments are still available! To book into our next clinic at Whitecliff Surgery on Wednesday 14th January 2026, call us on 01258 444526 or come into any of our sites.

07/01/2026

Appointments are still available! To book into our next clinic at Whitecliff Surgery on Wednesday 14th January 2026, call us on 01258 444526 or come into any of our sites.

The HPV vaccine is given to boys to help protect against a range of cancers, including head, neck and mouth cancers.
All boys born after 1st September 2009 who missed their vaccination can catch up at their GP practice until their 25th birthday
Find out more www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/

07/01/2026

With shorter days and longer nights, winter can make it feel like there are less opportunities to be physically active, and it can be tempting to just stay in and watch TV instead.

However, it’s good to know that getting active doesn’t need to be about doing traditional exercise like running or cycling outside. It can mean doing things that fit into your daily routine, as and when you can. This includes things you can do at home, such as cleaning, playing with your children or even lifting a can of beans whilst the kettle boils! Building activity into your regular routine is one of the best ways to start to build a new habit 💪



Find out more: https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/update/move-a-little-more-this-winter/

07/01/2026

07/01/2026

06/01/2026

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06/01/2026

Very cold weather is forecast. Don’t get stranded in cold weather. Look out for UKHSA Weather Health Alerts and Met Office Severe Weather Warnings so you can take informed action in time.

Check the for the latest UK weather warnings: https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings #?date=2026-01-06

06/01/2026

05/01/2026

Children under 6 are now routinely offered the MMRV vaccine as part of the NHS childhood vaccination programme.

MMRV replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, alongside measles, mumps and rubella.

You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child is due.

More advice ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/

05/01/2026

It’s back to school this week!

But if your child's feeling under the weather, it can sometimes be tricky to decide whether they should stay at home or not.

The NHS website has helpful advice on different conditions to help you.

➡️ https://nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school