Dunelm Osteopaths

04/03/2026

03/03/2026

This Saturday 7th March at Merryoaks Community Hall is our monthly Coffee Morning 11am to 12pm

Plus PATman and Vanny Devito. Come along and get your small electricals safety tested. We can look at doing minor repairs too. Vanny will be selling your packaging free supplies (bring your own jars and boxes if possible).
Then have a lovely hot drink and cake or biscuit, chat to your neighbours, choose a book or jigsaw from the community library.

Everyone is welcome. We are next to a play park so the children will be happy too.

03/03/2026

02/03/2026

🎙️ Arthritis and pregnancy are the focus of the latest episode of the Arthritis Action Podcast.

Marc Williams is joined by Arthritis Action’s Medical Advisor, Dr Wendy Holden, to explore how arthritis can be managed before, during and after pregnancy.

Dr Holden highlights the importance of planning ahead of conception and preparing well in advance. She also explains what to expect during each trimester and in the postpartum period when it comes to managing arthritis symptoms.

The episode offers practical insight and reassurance for anyone navigating pregnancy alongside arthritis.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode of the Podcast wherever you get your podcasts - search 'Arthritis Action' or follow the link in the comments.

22/02/2026

Strap in

21/02/2026

Health information online is not always accurate or evidence-based.

We’ve published a practical guide on finding credible health information and where to go for trusted advice.

Read the full article here: www.arthritisaction.org.uk/accessing-health-information-online

21/02/2026

Great News! We told you that DurhamLearn will be turning up to our Tea, Cake and Chat on Thursday 19th, February, but we have now managed to secure their services from 2pm to 4pm, meaning that you can get all of your digital questions answered and still have time to chat to your neighbours.

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday 19th from 2 pm. Everyone is welcome at Merryoaks Community Hall, Park House Road, Durham, DH1 3QF.

13/12/2025

12/12/2025

How lovely

A Durham snow globe. Perfect for December. ☃️

09/12/2025

Around 70% of individuals living with dementia may go missing at least once 🫂

In order to reduce the risk of harm to a missing person with dementia, and locate them with minimal adverse outcomes, Durham Constabulary are launching a new initiative, the ‘dementia wristband’.

The bands will be rolled this month and officers are asking anyone who spots someone on their own, looking lost and confused and wearing one of these bright yellow bands to stop and help.

Holding a mobile phone close to the band will result in personal information being displayed including the individuals name and emergency contact number.

There is also a QR code attached to the band which directs people to information about the Herbert protocol on the force’s website.

The Herbert Protocol is a national scheme designed to assist in locating individuals with dementia who may go missing, providing essential information to emergency services, see more: https://www.durham.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/missing-person/missing-persons/vulnerable-people-at-risk-of-going-missing/

Around 1,000 bands and 1,000 tags which can be attached to clothing have been produced and funded by Durham Police and Crime Commissioner, Joy Allen.

PCSO Jess Brown who is leading the scheme, said: “The benefits of financially supporting and providing dementia tags to our vulnerable residents are two-fold. One, it will provide extra safeguarding to those living with dementia, giving families additional reassurance that their loved ones can be returned home quickly should they go missing and two, it will massively reduce demand on our resources.

“The wristbands offer peace of mind for everyone. For the wearer, knowing they have a safeguard in place allows for greater confidence and freedom in their movements. Caregivers and family members also benefit from them knowing that the wristband facilitates quick communication if needed.

Individuals signed up to the Herbert protocol will be first in line to receive the bands or tags and then once trialled, will be rolled out to the wider public.

PCSO Brown added: “For family members and carers affected by dementia, it can be a challenging and testing time. These wristbands not only give reassurance and comfort but they also give the individual diagnosed a sense of independence which is something they crave. We hope these wristbands will make everyone feel more relaxed knowing should their loved one go missing, they will be safe.”

The wristbands will be initially issued to those signed up to the Herbert Protocol. For details, please contact herbert.protocol@durham.police.uk

Tap your phone to get me home 💛

08/12/2025

03/12/2025

Merry, Christmas