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16/04/2026

There are ways in which you can naturally lower your cholesterol.

These can include eating more oily fish, reducing your saturated fat intake, eating less fatty foods, exercising more, stopping smoking, and/or cutting down on regular drinking.

These are methods that may be able to lower cholesterol before it becomes dangerous, and can improve your overall health.

Find out what you can do to lower your cholesterol, such as what to eat and what to avoid.

15/04/2026

There are two types of diabetes – Type 1, which is a lifelong condition that results in the immune system destroying the cells that produce insulin, and Type 2 diabetes, where the body no longer produces insulin or the body’s cells no longer react to insulin properly.

Type 2 diabetes is much more common, with over 90% of adult diabetes sufferers having Type 2. Non-hyperglycaemia, or pre-diabetes, is also an issue in the UK.

This increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes; however, there can be lifestyle changes made that can reduce this risk.

Find out about diabetes, including types of diabetes, common symptoms, and possible treatments.

14/04/2026

In the UK, around 166,000 people live with Parkinson’s, and someone new is diagnosed every 20 minutes. There are over 40 symptoms of Parkinson’s. But the main three are a tremor (shaking), slowness of movement and rigidity (muscle stiffness).

More information can be found at

We are Parkinson's UK. Powered by people. Funded by you. Improving life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. Together we'll find a cure.

13/04/2026

These symptoms don’t mean you definitely have bowel cancer, but it’s important to check. The earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more treatable it is, and the more likely it can be cured.

Why not get involved in Bowel Cancer UK’s ActiveApril campaign, and get active while fundraising to support people with bowel cancer!

Sign up on their website:

We’re the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer.

10/04/2026

Each year in the UK, 2,400 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer. Testicular cancer is most likely to occur between the ages of 25 and 40. Symptoms of testicular cancer include a lump or swelling in a testicle, and pain, heaviness or a dull ache in the sc***um.

Testicular cancer UK awareness and support charity. What are the symptoms? how do i check? what do i do? visit our website for lots of information

09/04/2026

Last year, more than 180 landmarks, buildings and homes were lit up in blue to shine a light on Parkinson’s, and people knitted, baked and wore blue to raise awareness and fundraise for research and support.

Find out how you can join in this year’s ‘Make it Blue’ campaign at

World Parkinson's Day is on Saturday 11 April 2026. We've got everything you need to get involved. Find out how you can raise awareness and improve the lives of people with Parkinson's.

08/04/2026

In March, 177 patients missed their appointments. If you are unable to attend, please cancel with 48 hours’ notice, allowing the opportunity to be offered to another patient in need.

Together, we can make a positive impact!

08/04/2026

Thank you to the 405 patients who took a moment to share their thoughts through the text message link after their appointment with the surgery. Your feedback is invaluable and is reviewed by management and the GP Partners to enhance our services and foster continuous improvement.

We encourage all patients to complete the link, as your insights empower us to better understand how our services positively impact your lives.

08/04/2026

If you’re turning 65, or are aged 70-79, or are 50 and over, with a weakened immune system, you’re likely to be eligible for a free shingles vaccination. Shingles is an unpleasant illness that can have serious complications, and vaccination improves outcomes and reduces the severity of any outbreak. https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/shingles-vaccine/

If you have children, they receive free vaccination against common, vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccination helps prevent serious outcomes for children who catch illnesses such as meningitis, mumps, German measles, diphtheria and tetanus. Serious complications can include:
Blindness
Encephalitis (an infection that causes the brain to swell)
Epiglottitis
Meningitis
Deafness
Severe diarrhoea and related dehydration
Ear infections
Severe respiratory infections such as pneumonia
Paralysis
Death

Find out about the shingles vaccine, including who it's for, how to get it and possible side effects.

07/04/2026

Every year, World Health Day draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. The theme for 2026 is ‘Together for health. Stand with science.’ We are all invited to celebrate the power of scientific collaboration to protect the health of people, animals, plants, and the planet.

WHO and its partners help countries to improve their research and systems to make good health care accessible to all. Learn more at

World Health Days, 7 April, provide an opportunity to focus world attention on a health problem or issue that deserves special attention.

06/04/2026

Autistic people face discrimination and barriers across all sectors of society. They, and their families and carers, need support to overcome those barriers, and opportunities to explore interests, develop skills and lead fulfilling lives.

World Autism Acceptance Month is a time for everyone to get involved in fundraising, sharing resources, raising awareness and helping to create a society that works for autistic people. Walk, run or fundraise your own way!

Find out more and sign up at

Celebrate with us this World by joining the 5k sponsored and our new Spectrum run 10k in Battersea Park, London.

03/04/2026

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes episodes of abdominal pain and often discomfort when using the toilet. It does not shorten your life, but leads to more pain, health care appointments, and surgeries, impacting quality of life, and sometimes the ability to work full-time.

This April, you can help to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support people with IBS by sharing the hashtags and

Find out more at https://aboutibs.org/living-with-ibs/ibs-awareness-month

This year, IFFGD and the community raise awareness, promote understanding, and offer compassion to those living with IBS-- the theme for IBS Awareness Month