Garstang Medical Practice

31/10/2025

31/10/2025

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your sugar intake in check 👻🍬

How to carve a pumpkin safely:
🛠️ Use a clean, dry, well-lit area with a sturdy surface.
🧼 Wash and thoroughly dry your hands and tools to avoid slips.
🛡️ Use a proper pumpkin carving kit (small serrated saws) instead of large kitchen knives.
🔄 Always cut away from your body and use small, controlled motions.
👨‍👩‍👧 Leave the carving to adults; kids can draw the design or scoop out pulp.
⚠️ If you get cut and heavy bleeding continues for more than 15 minutes, seek medical care.

Too many sweets can impact your health in more ways than one.
Read how sugar affects your body and tips for moderating consumption:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-types/how-does-sugar-in-our-diet-affect-our-health/

Balance is everything - carve safely, enjoy treats mindfully, and take care.

29/10/2025

💖 A Simple Check for Peace of Mind 💖

Staying healthy means staying independent and enjoying life with the people and things you love — whether that’s family, friends, or your favourite hobbies.

If you’re aged 40–74, you may be eligible for a FREE NHS Health Check.
It’s quick, free, and could help spot early signs of conditions like heart disease, stroke, or diabetes — so you can keep living life your way, for longer.

✅ Quick
✅ Free
✅ Helps you stay well for what matters most

📞 Call 01995 607399 to book your appointment.

🌐 Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

29/10/2025

Movember is coming up - and we’re calling on everyone who cares about men’s mental health.

Globally, 3 out of 4 suicides are men. That’s 1 man every 60 seconds.
This isn’t just a statistic - it’s someone’s brother, father, partner, or friend 💔🕯️

It’s time to stop the silence. It’s time to unite.

Together, we can:
🧪 Fund life-saving mental health research
📚 Support training and education
🫂 Provide real help for those in crisis

💥 Ready to take action?
👉 Register, grow a Mo, fundraise or simply spread the word:
https://movember.com/register

✊🏽 Let’s change the face of men’s health together.

27/10/2025

💖 Stay Well for the People and Things You Love 💖

Looking after your health helps you keep doing the things that make life special — whether that’s spending time with family, enjoying your hobbies, or being part of your community.

If you’re aged 40–74, you may be eligible for a FREE NHS Health Check.
It’s a simple way to check for hidden health risks and gives you peace of mind to live life your way, for longer.

📞 To book, call 01995 607399

Your health matters — take a moment for yourself today. 🌷

27/10/2025

We are experiencing a high level of staff sickness today, especially within the GP team. This may affect the number of appointments we are able to offer.
We would like to encourage those who are able to, to access the Walk in Centre at Whitegate Drive, Blackpool or Preston Urgent Care.
Alternatively, please access the Pharmacy First Service which is available at our local pharmacies.
https://bit.ly/4nZVm3h
Thank you for your patience and understanding.

NHS England » Pharmacy First

24/10/2025

Wear It Pink for Breast Cancer Now - Friday 24th October 2025

Staff at Garstang Medical Practice are wearing pink today to raise money and awareness for all those affected by Breast Cancer & to promote the importance of being breast aware.

Breast Cancer Now's wear it pink event is a day when thousands of people wear pink and raise money for their world-class research and life-changing support services. Find out more about wear it pink: https://breastcancernow.org/wear-it-pink/

24/10/2025

💙 Between work, family, and caring for others, it’s easy for women to put their own health at the bottom of the list.

But looking after yourself isn’t selfish, it’s self-care.

Your free NHS Health Check can spot early signs of conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease, which are often underdiagnosed in women.

⏱️ Just 20–30 minutes
🩺 Simple checks like blood pressure, weight, and risk factors
✅ Reassurance and advice to keep you healthy for the future

When your invitation arrives, don’t ignore it. Book your NHS Health Check and protect your future health.

📞 Call 01995 607399 to book your appointment today
🌐 Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

22/10/2025

🌸 Your Health Deserves a Spot on the Calendar

Life is busy – work deadlines, family commitments, caring for loved ones. It’s easy to forget about your own wellbeing. But taking care of yourself is not selfish – it’s essential.

If you’re a woman aged 40–59, a FREE NHS Health Check can uncover hidden health risks, including heart disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney issues, and dementia. Early detection means small changes today can protect your health tomorrow.

Take a moment for you. Your future self will thank you.

📞 Call 01995 607399 to book your appointment today
🌐 Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

21/10/2025

💖 Make Time for You: Book Your Free Health Check

Between work, kids, and caring for others, it’s easy to put your own health at the bottom of the list. But looking after yourself isn’t selfish – it’s self-care.

If you’re a woman aged 40–59, a FREE NHS Health Check can spot hidden health issues early, including heart problems, which are often underdiagnosed in women.

Put yourself on the list too – for your heart, your mind, and your future.

📞 Call 01995 607399 to book your appointment.

🌐 Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

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21/10/2025

Planning for retirement isn’t just about finances — it’s about your health too.

If you’re a man aged 60–74, you may be invited for a free NHS Health Check.
In just 20–30 minutes, we’ll check your blood pressure, weight, and risk factors, and give you tailored advice to help you stay healthy.

✅ Stay active and independent
✅ Enjoy hobbies, travel, and adventures
✅ Make more memories with your family

When your invitation arrives, don’t put it off — book your NHS Health Check and protect your retirement years.