Forum Health Centre

21/05/2026

📌 BANK HOLIDAY REMINDER

Our practice will be closed for the upcoming bank holiday - 25/05/2026.

Before the weekend, please:
✔️ Order repeat prescriptions early
✔️ Check you have enough medication
✔️ Use NHS 111 for urgent medical advice

If you require urgent medical assistance when we are closed:
📞 Contact NHS 111
🚨 For life-threatening emergencies call 999

Thank you for your understanding and we hope you enjoy the bank holiday.

19/05/2026

🖥️ Did you know you can check in for your appointment using the self-check-in screen at the surgery?

We understand some patients may feel unsure about using it because it doesn’t always tell you where to sit afterwards — but please don’t worry 😊

If you are unsure where to wait, simply take a seat in the main waiting room and the TV screen will call you through to the correct room when it is time for your appointment.

Using the check-in screen helps reduce queues at reception and makes arriving for your appointment quicker and easier for everyone.

Thank you for your support 💜🧡🤍

18/05/2026

Today’s prescription: less scrolling 📵

Between Teams calls, scrolling, emails, Netflix, and “just one more TikTok” — our eyes and brains are exhausted 😵‍💫

Common signs of screen fatigue:
💻 Headaches
👀 Dry or blurry eyes
😴 Poor sleep
🧠 Difficulty concentrating
📱 Feeling mentally drained

Quick reset tips:
✔️ Reduce screen brightness at night
✔️ Avoid doomscrolling before bed
✔️ Take movement breaks during work

Your body notices more than your screen time report does 👀

How many hours was your screen time this week? Be honest

14/05/2026

💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚

Exam season can be a stressful time for many young people. Feeling worried, anxious, overwhelmed, or under pressure is common — but support is available.
It is important for young people to look after both their physical and mental wellbeing during this period:

📚 Take regular breaks from revision
😴 Aim for enough sleep each night
🥗 Eat regular meals and stay hydrated
🚶 Spend time outdoors and stay active
💬 Talk to someone you trust about how you are feeling

Parents, carers, and schools can also play an important role by encouraging open conversations and helping young people manage pressure realistically.

If exam stress or anxiety is becoming difficult to cope with, support is available through NHS services, including NHS Talking Therapies and local mental health support services.

12/05/2026

The practice will be closed tomorrow afternoon for staff training:

GP Practices in Coventry will be closed on the afternoon of Wednesday 13th May for staff training.

Please contact NHS 111 for non-emergency medical advice.

12/05/2026

💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚
Mental health problems can affect anyone at any time. Support is available, and it is important to seek help early if you are struggling with your mental wellbeing.
If you are feeling stressed, anxious, low in mood, or overwhelmed, talking therapies can help. NHS Talking Therapies offers free and confidential support for common mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, stress, and panic.
You can refer yourself directly without seeing a GP first.
For more information about NHS Talking Therapies, please visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-NHS-talking-therapies-service/
If you need support, our practice team is here to help.

12/05/2026

💙 International Nurses Day 💙

Today we recognise and thank all nurses for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to patient care.

Our nursing team plays a vital role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our patients every day — providing expert care, advice, reassurance, and support across our community.

We would like to say a sincere thank you to all nurses for the incredible work they do, today and every day.

11/05/2026

This week is Sun Awareness Week 2026.

Sunburn increases your risk of skin cancer. Sunburn does not just happen on holiday. You can burn in the UK, even when it's cloudy.

There's no safe or healthy way to get a tan. A tan does not protect your skin from the sun's harmful effects.

Aim to strike a balance between protecting yourself from the sun and getting enough vitamin D from sunlight.

Find out more about sun safety: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/

Nearly 1 in 3 deaths from non-melanoma skin cancer is caused by working under the sun.

To protect yourself:
🌴 Seek shade
😎 Wear sun-protective clothing
👒 Put on a broad-brimmed hat
🧴 Apply sunscreen
🩺 Get checked regularly for skin cancer

08/05/2026

It’s nearly the weekend! 🎉

As part of National Walking Month, why not make time for a short walk this weekend? Walking is a great way to support both physical and mental wellbeing.

Our team wishes you all a happy and healthy weekend 💜🧡

07/05/2026

Good luck to all those starting exams this week!

Exams can be stressful, so supporting your child during this time is important. Here are some tips to help reduce stress levels:

07/05/2026

Just a reminder to check your results on the NHS App 👀

It’s quick, easy, and keeps all your health information in one place. Stay on top of your appointments, messages, and test results without needing to call the GP.