Glastonbury Health Centre

16/03/2026

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month

1 in 10 women are affected by endometriosis, yet diagnosis times remain prolonged, with many patients waiting 3–9 years before receiving a confirmed diagnosis.

Endometriosis UK: The State of Endometriosis Care in the UK -
https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/sites/default/files/2026-02/Endometriosis%20-%20The%20State%20of%20Endometriosis%20Care%20Report.pdf

06/03/2026

Time for a refresh! 🌿✨ Don't forget your medicine cabinet:

✔️ Check expiration dates
✔️ Safely dispose of old meds
✔️ Speak to your pharmacist or GP if you are not taking any of your prescriptions

27/02/2026

Marking Anosmia Awareness Day 2025

https://www.smelltaste.org.uk/marking-anosmia-awareness-day-2025/
For 2025, SmellTaste’s Anosmia Awareness Day social media campaign focuses on some of the main issues around smell dysfunction. These are:

✅Anosmia, both congenital and acquired, and other smell and taste disorders are widely under-recognised
✅Smell loss can be an early indicator of serious conditions
✅Mental health can be seriously impacted by smell disorders
✅A high number of people with a traumatic brain injury experience smell loss
✅People with impaired smell can take simple and often free measures to stay safe at home

Celebrating its 14th year in 2025, Thursday 27 February is Anosmia Awareness Day. A mainstay on the SmellTaste calendar, this annual event serves as a catalyst for raising awareness about smell and taste disorders, an area in which SmellTaste is making significant progress, but there is still much w...

27/02/2026

‘The power to quit smoking is in your hands’

Every cigarette takes around 20 minutes off your life. Get your free NHS Personal Quit Plan today: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/personal-quit-plan/

24/02/2026

Kooth is a free and anonymous support and counselling service for ages 11-18 where they can access support from other young people and professionals, all at their own pace.
https://www.kooth.com/

23/02/2026

Moving more is one of the best things you can do for your heart ❤️
Regular physical activity can help:
• Lower blood pressure
• Reduce cholesterol
• Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
Start small. Build gradually.
Every Move Matters.

20/02/2026

We are seeing a rise in measles cases in parts of England.
Vaccination is the most effective way to protect children from serious illness.
We’re encouraging parents to check their children are up to date with their vaccinations. Check your child's red book or speak to their GP practice.
More information: http://nhs.uk/mmr

19/02/2026

❤️ February is Heart Month ❤️
Regular movement helps keep your heart strong and healthy by:
✔ Strengthening the heart muscle
✔ Improving circulation
✔ Lowering blood pressure
And the good news? You don’t need to do it all at once.
Every Move Matters.

17/02/2026

As the February half-term gets underway, NHS Somerset is urging residents to plan ahead to stay well over the school holidays.

Key advice includes ordering repeat prescriptions early via the NHS App, using community pharmacies for minor illnesses, and downloading the Handiapp for children's healthcare advice.

Community pharmacies and urgent care
Residents are advised to use their local pharmacy for over 40 minor health conditions. The Pharmacy First scheme offers prescription-only treatment for:

Sinusitis
Sore throat
Earache
Shingles
Impetigo
Infected insect bites
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women
For urgent but non-life-threatening issues like fractures, sprains or minor burns, Somerset Urgent Treatment Centres (UTCs) and Minor Injury Units (MIUs) are available. Residents are encouraged to check opening times online before visiting.

Mental health and family support
Support is also available for those facing mental health struggles, including the 24/7 Mindline Somerset service and Open Mental Health's Festive Wellbeing Kit.

Somerset Council continues to offer cost-of-living support, including:
Food pantries
Council Tax and housing payment help
Support for carers and the elderly
For children, parents are advised to download the Somerset Handiapp for advice on high temperatures, vomiting and other common concerns.

What to do in an emergency
Call 999 in a life-threatening situation
Use NHS 111 online or by phone for non-emergency advice
For urgent dental needs, call 111 for a referral to emergency care.

13/02/2026

This Valentine's Day, Listen to Your Heart
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNcjuK8aWHA

04/02/2026

World Cancer Day is on 4 February 2026.

Every story counts
Cancer is more than just a medical diagnosis – it’s a deeply personal matter. Behind every diagnosis lies a unique human story – stories of grief, pain, healing, resilience, love and more. That’s why a people-centred approach to cancer care that fully integrates each individual’s unique needs, with compassion and empathy, leads to the best health outcomes.

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support

02/02/2026

February is Raynaud’s Awareness Month in the UK, organised by Scleroderma and Raynaud's UK (SRUK) to highlight a condition affecting up to 10 million people, causing cold-triggered numbness, pain, and color changes (white, blue, red) in extremities. It often affects fingers and toes, sometimes linked to underlying autoimmune conditions.

At SRUK we’re dedicated to empowering everyone affected by Scleroderma and Raynaud’s to live as full and unlimited a life as possible. Through research, awareness, information and support, we’re here to make a difference for anyone living with these conditions.