The Elms Medical Practice

12/10/2025

Vaccines can help protect you and your baby.
Find out more 👇 https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/

12/10/2025

If you are eligible for a free flu vaccine and haven't had it as yet, call us and book into one of our clinics.

12/10/2025

🧠💥 What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Professor David Scott, Consultant Rheumatologist, explains it clearly:

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune condition that primarily affects the joints - especially in the hands and feet 🙌🦶. It can cause pain, swelling, stiffness, and fatigue, and it can deeply impact daily life 😓

But here’s the good news - with the right treatment and support, RA doesn’t have to define you. You can still work, stay active, and live well 💪🌈

📚 Learn more and find support:
👉 https://ow.ly/A0Ru50X9H8H
👉 https://ow.ly/UHgV50X9H9p

👉 https://ow.ly/BREV50X9H8I

You are not alone 💙

11/10/2025

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Call, go online or use the NHS App.
➡️ nhs.uk/111

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

If you are eligible and haven't had your Autumn Booster as yet, call us and book into one of our clinics.

10/10/2025

⚠️ Vulnerability may arise from various factors including
✔️ Long-term health issues e.g. disability, addiction, cognitive or mental health conditions
✔️Major life events such as bereavement, job loss, or divorce
✔️ Low resilience causing difficulty coping with financial or emotional shocks
✔️ Capability challenges like poor literacy or digital skills, low confidence, and language barriers
✔️ Circumstantial factors including low income, debt, caring responsibilities
✔️ Age-related challenges like ill health, unfamiliarity with technology or a lack of life experience.

🚨Vulnerability increases the risk of scams and fraud🚨
To learn more visit https://cwac.co/cB9cv

10/10/2025

Respiratory viruses circulate all year, but during winter, several circulate at the same time. Our blog post explains the signs and symptoms of the most common winter viruses. 🤧👇
🔗 https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/08/do-i-have-flu-covid-19-or-a-cold-know-the-signs-and-symptoms/

10/10/2025

🧠💬 This World Mental Health Day, let’s take a moment to check in on each other - a simple conversation can make a world of difference 🌍❤️

Here’s how to support someone who might be struggling:
1️⃣ Find a quiet space with no distractions - be fully present 🤝
2️⃣ Listen without interrupting and ask thoughtful questions 👂❓
3️⃣ Ask how you can help - it might be booking a GP appointment, helping with chores, or just being there 🫶

📱 Remember: social media isn’t always real.
Feeling low? It’s OK to log off. It’s OK to not be OK all the time.
Less screen time = more time to breathe, reflect, and reset 🌿💚

💡 Mental health matters every day.
Small actions = BIG impact.

📖 Learn more and find support here:
👉 https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/

Banish harmful habits such as smoking, drugs and drinking to feel better: https://patient.info/features/healthy-living

09/10/2025

By helping children and young people:
💙 use their inhalers correctly
💙 understand their own asthma triggers
💙 take charge of their care
…we can empower them to manage their asthma better, and get help early if they need it.
Remember... 'Too much blue - get a review'
Find out more about helping your family to better manage asthma 👉 search 'Too much blue NHS'

08/10/2025

Diwali is quickly approaching! While you’re getting ready and preparing for the festival, please remember to keep safety in mind.

• Only use fireworks that are suitable for the space you have. Remember: many sellers of cheap fireworks don’t always make it clear what category you’re buying. And online marketplaces don’t have to check the safety of what they sell.
• If using candles keep them in a candle holder well out of reach of children and pets
• Traditional outfits can be highly flammable so stay well away from open flames
• If clothing does catch fire remember to STOP, DROP and ROLL