Whyburn Medical Practice

29/10/2025

One in four people will have a stroke in their lifetime; do you know the warning signs? Every second counts. A stroke can happen to anyone, at any age – but quick action saves lives.

F – Face drooping
A – Arm weakness
S – Speech difficulty
T – Time to call 999

Find out about the causes of a stroke and how you can reduce the risk.

22/10/2025

Infection Prevention Week is a week dedicated to raising awareness about how simple actions can prevent the spread of infections and protect the most vulnerable in our communities. Infections can spread quickly, but many are preventable. Whether it’s through proper hand hygiene, vaccinations or knowing when to seek medical advice, we all play a role in keeping our community safe.

https://www.esht.nhs.uk/service/infection-prevention-and-control/

20/10/2025

World Osteoporosis Day, 20th October

If you have osteoporosis, treatments can include medication to strengthen your bones. You can also help to manage your condition with lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, including weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening activities, along with a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D or supplements, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol.

Treating osteoporosis involves treating and preventing fractures and using medication to strengthen bones.

17/10/2025

This week is OCD awareness week

OCD Awareness Week aims to break the stigma around Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. This disorder affects 1 in 50 people in the UK and can become all-encompassing, causing huge stress to sufferers and their families and friends. With the right support, OCD can be managed. If you’re worried, reach out to a healthcare professional.

THE UK'S LARGEST OCD CHARITY. We provide support and information to anybody affected by OCD. You are not alone - reach out for support today.

16/10/2025

If you are in need of support or advice whilst the practice is closed please call 111, attend a walk in centre or urgent care centre.

14/10/2025

Be the boss of your own cholesterol! Did you know that one in two adults in the UK have high cholesterol? By making small, realistic changes – like eating heart-healthy foods, moving more and checking in with your GP – you can take real steps towards protecting your heart and overall wellbeing. Knowing your cholesterol numbers is a powerful first step.
https://www.heartuk.org.uk/cholesterol/overview

11/10/2025

National Coming Out Day is observed annually to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community. This day is vital, highlighting the importance of coming out, challenging biases and promoting acceptance.

https://lgbt.foundation/help/coming-out/

10/10/2025

Public health is at a critical juncture. Ill health is steadily rising; more people are living with long-term health conditions, and increasing inequalities are driving worse health outcomes. Preventing ill health and protecting and promoting the health of the public is key to solving these problems and ensuring good health outcomes for all.

That’s where the public health workforce comes in. Let’s celebrate the people who make this possible during Public Health Workforce Week.
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/working-public-health/what-public-health

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day marks the day we recognise and raise awareness of mental health issues. This year, the theme is to fight for mental health every day. Mental health issues don’t take a day off; they affect people every single day of their lives. It’s time to ‘fight for mental health’, today and every day.
https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/world-mental-health-day/

09/10/2025

Breast cancer can develop in men, but this is rare with less than one in 100 (less than 1%) of breast cancer cases in the UK being in males. If you have any of the symptoms you'll find on the link, it’s important to go to your GP straight away. Finding a cancer early gives the best chance of successful treatment.https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/breast-cancer/types/male-breast-cancer

08/10/2025

This National Work Life Week, we’re encouraged to consider flexibility and inclusivity in the workplace. ‘Flex for All’ highlights how flexible working isn’t just a ‘nice to have’; it’s essential for millions of people to maintain their wellbeing, and a work-life balance.
https://workingfamilies.org.uk/nationalworklifeweek/

07/10/2025

Back Care Awareness Week is a great opportunity to consider simple, practical tips to support spinal health and help manage back pain – from regular movement to considering your posture, or lifting with care to reviewing your workspace. Your back looks after you, so take good care of your back.

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