South Coast Medical Group

19/11/2025

A new lung health app for people living with asthma and COPD has been launched for those in 🫁

The MyLungHealth@Home app launches as a pilot this week at South Coast Medical Group, Bournemouth and aims to help people manage their asthma or COPD on the go and from home.

Patients simply download the app on their phone or tablet to track symptoms and peak flow, access education and advice, and find local support, such as services to help you stop smoking.

The MyLungHealth@Home app is easy to use and is being gradually rolled out across Dorset.

More info in the comments.

17/11/2025

Digital health apps designed to support adults when feeling stressed, low, or anxious are available on the Digital Health App Library.

Find the toolkit and more information ➡️ https://ourdorset.orchahealth.com/en-GB

17/11/2025

If you are pregnant, you can get the flu vaccine.

Pregnancy alters how the body handles infections such as flu and all pregnant women should have a flu vaccine to protect themselves and their babies.

You can get your flu vaccine from your GP surgery, a pharmacy that offers flu vaccination (if you're aged 18 or over) or some people may be able to get vaccinated through their maternity service.

For more information, visit: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/flu-jab/

13/11/2025

13/11/2025

Get your COVID and flu jabs - no appointment needed ⬇️

We’ll be at The Gateway Church offering free walk-in vaccinations to help you stay protected this winter. Quick, easy, and open to all eligible adults. 💪

📅 Thursday 13 November 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 11:40 AM
📍 The Gateway Church, 502 Ashley Road, Poole, BH12 3BL

https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/vaccinations/walkin/

11/11/2025

Checked your blood pressure lately? The only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have your pressure checked. Your local pharmacy can check your blood pressure or you can check yourself at home.

http://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/pressure/

06/11/2025

It’s national week! Community pharmacists are highly qualified health care professionals, who can provide clinical advice and prompt treatment.

Find a pharmacy near you: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

04/11/2025

Digital health apps designed to support young people when experiencing low mood, anxiety, or stress.

Find the toolkit on the Digital Health App Library: https://ourdorset.orchahealth.com/en-GB

04/11/2025

People aged 75-79 can get a free vaccination to protect themselves from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common lung infection that can lead to serious illnesses like pneumonia.

Read more about RSV vaccination here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv/

31/10/2025

For the first time, parents can now get their 2 and 3 year olds vaccinated at local pharmacies.

It’s quick, safe and effective. Protect your child this winter.

Book now or find a local pharmacy offering walk-in appointments: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-flu-vaccination/

31/10/2025

women’s health - tell us how we’re doing – your voice matters!

In 2023 a project was launched which aimed to improve access, information and services for women’s health in Dorset, including a dedicated Women’s Health Website co-designed by and for the women and girls of Dorset.

A new survey is being re-circulated to gather views and experiences from women and girls in Dorset to find out if anything has changed.

Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DorsetWomensHealthSurvey2025

Dorset Women CIC

27/10/2025

On the last day of , remember that there are tools like the NHS app that can support your health and wellbeing.

More info and how to download: https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/digital/