Canterbury Health Centre- Dr Kühnen & Associates

02/10/2025

Respiratory illnesses such as flu, COVID-19 and RSV can be serious, even for some healthy people.

The PHA, is urging everyone in the eligible groups to get ready for winter by taking up the offer of free vaccination when invited.

For further information see www.nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

01/10/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month.
Make sure you know the possible signs and symptoms of Breast Cancer and check yourself regularly.

30/09/2025

Tomorrow marks the start of Stoptober. If you would like help and support to stop smoking you can self refer to One You Kent specialist smokefree service.
https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/service/one-you-kent/one-you-smokefree/

17/09/2025

Orchid Male Cancer Awareness Week will run from 15 to 21 September 2025, with a central focus on early detection. The campaign aims to raise awareness of male-specific cancers — testicular, prostate, and pe**le cancer — and highlight the importance of recognising the early signs, seeking timely medical advice, and reducing stigma around men’s health issues.

Join us in spreading the message: Timely checks save lives.

11/09/2025

The flu vaccine is offered free to:

children aged 2 or 3 years old (on 31 August before flu vaccinations start in the autumn)
school-aged children (Reception to Year 11)
children with a health condition that puts them at greater risk from flu
Further information on which children are eligible each year is available on the NHS website.

10/09/2025

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Every year, on 10 September, organisations around the world get together to raise awareness about su***de prevention.

29/08/2025

Flu jabs will be available for Pregnant women and children from September. Those eligible will be invited as stocks become available. Contracting influenza during pregnancy can cause complications for both you and your baby. Make sure you book in when you receive your invite.
For more information on the flu jab and why it is recommended, please visit

Pregnant women should have the flu jab. Find out why it’s needed, where to get it and the risks of flu. The vaccine is safe to have at any stage of pregnancy.

29/08/2025

15/08/2025

Shingles vaccine is recommended to significantly reduce your chances of developing shingles, a painful rash caused by the varicella-zoster virus, and to lessen the severity of symptoms if you do get shingles. Shingles can lead to serious complications, particularly in older adults or those with weakened immune systems, making vaccination a crucial preventative measure.

14/08/2025

Measles is circulating in the community. 9 out of 10 unvaccinated children can catch measles if someone in their class has it.

13/08/2025

Don't forget our next Carer's Support Group meeting will be on Weds 27th August, 2pm at the Health Centre- put it in your diary!