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Monday 8am - 6:30pm Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm Thursday 8am - 6:30pm Friday 8am - 6:30pm

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Vida Healthcare

Patient-focused GP Practice providing exceptional healthcare and diverse services. Since 1995 we have held accreditation as Investors in People.

Opening Hours:
*Gayton Road - 08:00 to 18:30 Mon-Fri
*Carole Brown - 08:00 to 18.30 Mon-Fri
*The Hollies (Downham Market) - 08:00 to 18:30 Mon-Fri (Extended hours Monday until 19.00)
*Hunstanton - 08:00 to 18:30 Mon-Fri, 09:00 to 12:00 Weekends (Closed at 13:00 - 14:00 on Tues and Thurs)
*St Augustine's - 08:00 - 17:30 Mon to Fri (St Augustine's is closed 13.00 - 14.00 everyday)

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Vida Healthcare is a traditional GP Partnership established for over 60 years in Kings Lynn. Instead of being ‘Dr X and Partners’ we call ourselves by the more modern name of Vida Healthcare (Vida being Spanish for ‘Life’). We are the largest GP Practice in Norfolk with a responsibility for caring for almost 35,400 patients. We have three Surgeries in Kings Lynn (22000 patients) one in Downham Market (2600 patients), another at Dersingham (6000 patients) and one in Hunstanton (4800 patients) We are the only Practice in Norfolk to hold the Quality Practice Award accredited by the Royal College of General Practitioners. We have a team of 18 doctors, about 25 nurses and about 50 support staff. Several of our nurses have prescribing rights and they provide acute and chronic care. Several of them are very specialized and they run the chronic care clinics. Other nurses provide a treatment room service and clinical nursing assistants offer phlebotomy and other tests. District nurses are based at all 3 Centres and others e.g. midwife and dietician visit regularly. We have a dispensary at our Dersingham surgery.

13/08/2025

☀️ Are You Applying Sunscreen Properly?
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12/08/2025

Turn on notifications for the NHS App to stay up to date with messages about your care.

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to receive messages from your trusted healthcare providers.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

11/08/2025

🚨 When Should You Go to A&E?
Accidents and emergencies happen – but do you know when it’s really the right time to go to A&E?

Going too early or for non-urgent issues can delay care for those in serious need. On the other hand, waiting too long can put your health at risk.

🔍 Know the signs of a true emergency:
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🏥 A&E is there for life-threatening or serious conditions like:
✔️ Chest pain
✔️ Difficulty breathing
✔️ Heavy bleeding
✔️ Seizures
✔️ Serious injuries

08/08/2025

💧 Are You Drinking Enough Water?
Many of us don’t realise we’re dehydrated until symptoms hit – headaches, fatigue, dry skin and even dizziness.

🚰 Staying hydrated is vital for your energy, digestion and overall health.

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Sip smart, feel better – your body will thank you 💙

06/08/2025

💖 Love Your Cervix – Get Informed, Get Screened

Cervical screening saves lives – yet many people delay or avoid their smear test due to fear, myths, or embarrassment.

🌸 Let’s break the stigma and talk honestly about cervical health.

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✨ Your body, your health – show your cervix some love.

04/08/2025

🧒 Measles – More Serious Than You Think

Measles isn’t just a childhood illness – it can cause serious complications for people of all ages. With outbreaks on the rise, it’s more important than ever to understand the risks and know the signs.

📌 Find out why measles is a bigger threat than many realise:
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🩺 Learn more about symptoms, treatment and prevention:
https://patient.info/skin-conditions/viral-rashes/measles?utm_source=MSMS
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/measles/

✅ Vaccination is key to protecting yourself and others.

01/08/2025

🤱 Breastfeeding Awareness Week

Breastfeeding is a unique journey – rewarding, but not always easy. From worries about milk supply to dealing with conditions like thrush, many parents experience challenges.

✨ You’re not alone – support is out there:

🔹 Thrush while breastfeeding – what to do:
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🔹 Breastfeeding your baby – full guide:
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🔹 How to tell if your baby is getting enough milk:
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Let’s support every feeding journey – breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or both 💛

31/07/2025

Find Local NHS Services Easily with the NHS App

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30/07/2025

On International Friendship Day, remember: you don’t need to have all the answers to be there for someone. A simple message, a listening ear, or a kind gesture can make all the difference. 🤝 Supporting a friend’s mental health starts with showing you care.

Find helpful tips and support here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/supporting-others/

Connect with others who understand what you’re going through. Browse discussions, ask questions, and share experiences across hundreds of health topics – all in a safe, supportive space - https://community.patient.info/?utm_source=MSMS

28/07/2025

Today is World Hepatitis Day – a global call to eliminate hepatitis as a public health threat. 🦠 Hepatitis can affect anyone, but it’s preventable, treatable, and in many cases, curable.
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Patient Info Learning - https://patient.info/digestive-health/hepatitis?utm_source=MSMS
What do you need to know about Hepatitis? - https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-you-need-to-know-about-hepatitis?utm_source=MSMS

25/07/2025

Today is National Schizophrenia Day – a chance to challenge stigma and raise understanding. Schizophrenia is a serious but treatable mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.

💬 Let’s talk openly, support each other, and learn the facts:
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24/07/2025

If you've lost access to your NHS App because you've changed your email address, forgotten your login details, or can't verify your identity anymore — don’t panic. You can still get back into the app and continue managing your healthcare, prescriptions, appointments, and records.

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✅ What to do if you run into issues along the way

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King's Lynn

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8am - 6:30pm
Friday	8am - 6:30pm

Website

http://www.vidahealthcare.nhs.uk/

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Opening Hours: *Gayton Road - 08:15 to 18:30 Mon-Fri *Carole Brown - 08:15 to 18.30 Mon-Fri *The Hollies (Downham Market) - 08:30 to 18:00 Mon-Fri (Extended hours Monday until 19.00) *Hunstanton - 08.00 to 16.30 Mon-Fri, 09.00 to 12.00 Weekends (Closed at 13.00 - 14.00 on Tues and Thurs) *Fairstead - 08.00 - 17.30 Mon to Fri, 09.00 - 12.00 Sat (Fairstead Weekend Clinic runs every alternative Saturday and are appointment only with the Dr's and Nurses) *St Augustines - 08.00 - 17.30 Mon to Fri (St Augustines is closed 13.00 - 14.00 everyday) Extended hours appointments available at all surgeries. *At Gayton Road and Carole Brown it is now possible to book an appointment to see a GP during our additional early morning and late evening surgeries. The times for these are as follow: Mornings - Monday to Friday 7.30am - 8.15am Evenings - Monday to Friday 6.30pm - 7.00pm. PLEASE NOTE: These times are for pre-booked appointments only and the surgeries will not be open for any other business during these extended hours. Only those with booked appointments will be let into the building. ****************************************************** Vida Healthcare is a traditional GP Partnership established for over 60 years in Kings Lynn. Instead of being ‘Dr X and Partners’ we call ourselves by the more modern name of Vida Healthcare (Vida being Spanish for ‘Life’). We are the largest GP Practice in Norfolk with a responsibility for caring for almost 35,400 patients. We have three Surgeries in Kings Lynn (22000 patients) one in Downham Market (2600 patients), another at Dersingham (6000 patients) and one in Hunstanton (4800 patients) We are the only Practice in Norfolk to hold the Quality Practice Award accredited by the Royal College of General Practitioners. Since 1995 we have held accreditation as Investors in People. We have a team of 18 doctors, about 25 nurses and about 50 support staff. Several of our nurses have prescribing rights and they provide acute and chronic care. Several of them are very specialized and they run the chronic care clinics. Other nurses provide a treatment room service and clinical nursing assistants offer phlebotomy and other tests. District nurses are based at all 3 Centres and others e.g. midwife and dietician visit regularly. We have a dispensary at our Dersingham surgery.