West Street Surgery - Dunstable

06/10/2025

West Street Surgery has been checking patients walking for over a year using the GaitSmart technology. We have been part of a pilot research project and the results have been amazing. Read the ICBs recent Press Release https://blmkhealthandcarepartnership.org/digital-tool-improves-mobility-and-balance-in-people-at-risk-of-falls/ . It has already made the news; this morning on Heart Radio, and Look East are have asked if they can do a community piece about the benefits of the programme in falls prevention. A big thank you to our West Street Surgery patients who took part.

We are very lucky in that we can continue to use the product. If any of our patients would like to have their walking checked please contact the Practice.

The largest real-world evaluation of GaitSmart, an AI-driven digital tool for people with gait (walking pattern) and mobility issues across four sites in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, has seen improved health outcomes and positive feedback. Using wireless sensors, GaitSmart records an [.....

04/10/2025

Thank you Coconut Garden - Malaysian, Thai & Singaporean Restaurant in Bedfordshire for providing this year lunch again for our Flu/COVID clinics🤩

Thank you to Coconut Garden - Malaysian, Thai & Singaporean Restaurant in Bedfordshire for providing the lunch today for our staff delivering FLU/Covid clinics.

24/09/2025

There have been some significant changes to this years COVID campaign. Unlike previous years only patients over 75 years of age and individuals who are immunosuppressed are eligible to receive the vaccine. Our flu clinics will run as normal and our nursing team will let patients know if they are eligible or not at their appointments. There is no need to contact the Practice and cancel an appointment.

When autumn comes, protection from any earlier COVID-19 vaccination you may have had will be starting to wane. For those who are more likely to become seriously ill from COVID-19, the NHS offers a free vaccine in the autumn, previously

24/09/2025

13/08/2025

It will soon be time to celebrate 'Snack-tember'. An initiative from the British Nutrition Foundation that aims to help children and young people (5-16 years) make and choose healthier snacks. You can register for more information at

The British Nutrition Foundation's Healthy Eating Week is now Snack-tember! The aim of Snack-tember is to help children and young people eat healthier snacks.

07/08/2025

The Stroke Association provides support and information for people recovering a stroke. Their telephone support service offers:

Free 30 minute calls every week for up to 8 weeks
Lived experience volunteers offering peer support –matched by impact of stroke and interests
Connect and chat volunteer offering social chat –matched by interests
Signposting to additional support where required
Registration is via their website

If you or someone you know has had a stroke, a weekly phone conversation with one of our trained volunteers can support you in your recovery journey. What’s involved? For eight weeks, a volunteer will chat to you for around 30 minutes. If you speak limited English, we may have volunteers who can

17/07/2025

We are looking forward to seeing our patients tomorrow for the diabetic and Blood Pressure Education Event.

We have a range of speakers, and of course you can pop down to have your BP checked throughout the event.

3:15 - 3:30pm - Active Lifestyles - Find out what's on offer at Dunstable Leisure Centre and also about the Boditrax health and wellbeing kiosks.

3:30 - 4.00pm - Stroke Association - High blood pressure is the biggest single risk factor for stroke. But while high blood pressure is a serious condition, there are things you can do to reduce health risks.

4:15 - 4:45pm - Xyla Diabetes Prevention - find out more about Xyla's dynamic six-week diabetes awareness programme which provides a journey towards better health.

4:50 - 5:20 - Bedfordshire Fire Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service

5:30 - 5:45 - Choose You - a free local service to help you build healthy habits, like quitting smoking or reaching a healthy weight.

17/07/2025

West Street Surgery would like to share the news from Joe Wicks. Summer Holiday exercise for kids!!!

Movement is so important for kids as they grow up, but over half of children are not exercising as much as they should be. So Joe had an idea.

Introducing ACTIVATE
Activate is an exciting, high-energy animation for kids – starring me and my brilliant Activators – designed to get children moving and having fun.

Joe has been working on this over the past few years with Studio AKA, the creators of Hey Duggee, and I'm so excited to be able to share it with you.

The series is backed by the Government as part of a new partnership to reach schools, kids and families across the country.

💥 5-minutes of movement. Activate is made up of short, 5-minute episodes, available on YouTube, all offering a burst of energy.

💥 Making fitness fun. Activate aims to spark a love of movement in children, helping them develop healthy habits.

💥 Weekly episodes. The first episode is live on my YouTube channel, with new episodes released weekly over summer.

Watch the first episode of ACTIVATE on The Body Coach TV now.

I hope you love it as much as I do.

Joe x

14/07/2025

Dunstable Town Council are partnering with Sport England to provide a range of new exercise programmes for the over 50s. You are more likely to keep exercising if you are part of a group. Call 01582 891434 to find out more.

07/07/2025

https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/alcohol-awareness-week-1

02/07/2025

We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Diabetes & Blood Pressure Awareness Event, dedicated to raising awareness and providing valuable information on managing these critical health conditions.

Event Details: 📅 Date: 18th July 🕒 Time: 3pm till 6pm 📍 Location Grove integrated health hub, Court drive Dunstable LU5 4JD

Join us for an informative session featuring expert talks, free blood pressure monitoring , lifestyle tips, and Q&A with healthcare professionals. Whether you are living with diabetes, managing blood pressure, or simply interested in learning how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, this event is for you!