The Falmouth Health Centre Practice

25/09/2025

MHRA confirms taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children.

You may have concerns following news reports from the USA regarding taking paracetamol during pregnancy. Please read the following advice. If you are still worried, speak to your pharmacist.

Paracetamol should be taken as directed in the patient information leaflet

22/09/2025

We are sending invites out via sms with a booking link. Please book into one of our slots or give us a ring. If you wish to decline, let us know so we can update your child's records.

28/08/2025

Date of our next forum, come along and support your practice.

19/08/2025

FLU/COVID VACCINES
We are now making appointments in our clinics on Sat 4th and Sat 18th October for flu and covid vaccines to eligible patients.

We will be sending out texts but please feel free to ring us to book (please ring after 10am if possible).

If you can't attend these dates, we will be running weekday clinics as well, just wait for an text or ring us in a couple of weeks.

Covid vaccines are available this winter for patients who are over 75 or who are immunosuppressed. We will automatically offer the vaccine on the day if you are eligible, please don't ring us to ask.

06/08/2025

Measles

Measles cases are on the rise in the UK. Vaccination is vital to protect both your own children and those around you who are vulnerable. If you’ve missed a dose, or you haven’t started yet, it’s never too late to catch up. If you are under 25 and you aren't sure, check your NHS App or give us a ring.
Vaccines are the most effective way to prevent many infectious diseases, and while anti-vaccine stories are often spread on social media, these may not be based on scientific evidence and could put your child at risk of a serious illness.

Facts:
• Vaccines do not cause autism – studies have found no evidence of a link between the MMR vaccine and autism
• They do not overload or weaken the immune system
• Vaccines undergo rigorous safety testing before being introduced – they’re also constantly monitored for side effects

If people are not vaccinated, serious illnesses can spread. Measles can lead to life-threatening complications like meningitis, and may even be fatal. Book your child’s vaccine today.

17/07/2025

Information about cancer support groups.

17/07/2025

Free help & advice for those living with chronic pain.

15/07/2025

Cervical Screening Extended Intervals
From July, younger women (aged 25 to 49) who test negative for HPV, meaning they are at very low risk of cervical cancer over the next 10 years, will safely be invited every 5 years rather than every 3, in line with major clinical evidence. This change is based on strong evidence showing that people without HPV are at very low risk of cervical cancer. If you missed your last one, book an appointment with one of our Practice Nurses.

09/07/2025

FREE help with sleeping.

Please scan the QR code or follow the link below to Sleepstation
https://app.sleepstation.org.uk/nhs/register
From here you can refer yourself to their NHS service. Their team will take the time to understand what’s going wrong with your sleep and support you to improve your sleep. Most people find resolution to their sleep problems within 3-4 weeks.
The service uses the gold-standard approach and provides natural resolution, as it’s completely medication free. This is ideal as most sleep medications come with unwanted side-effects and are not suitable for long-term use

08/07/2025

We are really keen to share these self-help guides to promote early identification of mental health issues and offer timely support and guidance.

These are NHS resources - please scan the bar code. They can also been accessed via the Cornwall Foundation NHS Trust website, under “Worried about someone’s mental health?” then “mental health self-help guides”.

25/06/2025

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) – Who Can Get It on the NHS?

We've had many questions about Mounjaro, the new weight loss injection. Here's what you need to know:
Surgeries in Cornwall are not able to supply this at present as we are awaiting further information and guidance from Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board (ICB). But when it does become available there are strict criteria regarding eligibility for patients. Please read the information below:

Mounjaro is currently only available on the NHS for a small group of patients, under strict criteria:

You must:
Be 18 or over
Have a BMI of 40+, or 37.5+ if you’re from a Black, Asian or other minority ethnic background
AND
Have 4 or more weight-related health conditions (e.g. type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea, heart disease)

It's initially being prescribed by specialist hospital clinics, and will be rolled out in gradual stages to GPs from late June 2025 onwards – but only for people who meet the above criteria. Please see the following link https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/.../nhs-prescriptions-for-weight.../

It is not available for general weight loss or cosmetic reasons, even if you're willing to pay privately.

Support is available - if you're looking for help managing your weight, and don't qualify for Mounjaro, check out:
https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/move-more-and-eat-well/

Thank you for helping us keep our lines clear for those who need medical care.

20/06/2025