Solent View Medical Practice

01/09/2025

Live Longer Better and Stay Stronger for Longer!

Come along to Brodrick Hall on Saturday 13 September 2025, 11am–2pm for a day full of free activities (including on the water), food and a raffle. It’s a chance to discover what matters most to you, enjoy time outdoors and find ways to stay active and connected.

📍 Brodrick Hall, Clayhall Road, PO12 2BY
✨ All welcome!

Find out more:

Live Longer Better is a Hampshire-wide project to help you find ways to stay independent, live life to the full and keep doing what you love. For more

01/09/2025

UTIs are common, but recognising the symptoms early can help prevent complications. Look out for burning during urination, frequent urges to p*e, cloudy or strong-smelling urine, and tummy or back pain. If symptoms persist, see a pharmacist or book with your GP. More info: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/urinary-tract-infections-utis/

Men, if you notice changes such as painful urination, lumps, itching, or bumps on the p***s, it’s often nothing serious — but it’s always best to check. Read about what to look out for and when to get advice: https://patient.info/news-and-features/p***s-problems-you-shouldnt-ignore

Stay informed, stay healthy.

31/08/2025

🕯️ International Overdose Awareness Day – 31 August

Today we remember the lives lost to overdose and stand with families, friends, and communities affected around the world.

Overdose can affect anyone – from any background, at any age. Let’s work together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and take action.

🟣 Learn more and get involved:
https://www.overdoseday.com/

💜 We remember. We act.

29/08/2025

🤰 Just found out you’re expecting? Start your pregnancy care today! You can now refer yourself directly to NHS maternity services using a simple online form—no GP appointment required. If you're over 10 weeks, it's still absolutely okay to apply.

A midwife will contact you to set up your first appointment (ideally by 10 weeks, but sooner is always better).

Find your nearest service and get started here:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/refer-yourself-for-nhs-pregnancy-care/

28/08/2025

💙 Reduce Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Did you know? If you’re prediabetic, you may not notice any symptoms — but left unchecked, type 2 diabetes can lead to serious health complications.

The good news is there’s support available locally. A free, expert-led programme is running in , offering group sessions, digital options, and 1-1 coaching to help you:

✔️ Learn about healthy living
✔️ Build motivation
✔️ Share experiences with others
✔️ Take control of your health

✨ In just 9 months, you could significantly reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

📞 Call 0333 577 3010 to find out more and book your free place.
(You’ll need your HbA1c result and date of test to register.)

27/08/2025

☀️ Prickly heat got you feeling uncomfortable?
Heat rash can cause small, itchy red spots—often in skin folds or under clothing.

💡 Top tips to prevent & soothe:
👕 Wear loose, light clothes
❄️ Stay cool & dry
🚿 Take cool showers
💧 Drink plenty of fluids

Keep safe in the heat & look after your skin.
More info from the NHS 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-rash-prickly-heat/

26/08/2025

💛 Be Active Hampshire – A Free 12-Week Programme

Want to move more and feel better – in a way that works for YOU?
This welcoming, local programme is for adults (18+) in Hampshire who aren’t currently very active.
No judgement. Just gentle group sessions, friendly support, and activities designed around your needs and confidence.

✅ Group activities
✅ 1:1 support
✅ Local venues, evenings & weekends available
✅ Totally free to join

📞 02382 512366
📧 hello@beactivehampshire.org.uk
🌐 www.beactivehampshire.org.uk

25/08/2025

🐜 Got Head Lice? Here’s What You Need to Know

Head lice are common, especially in children, but they’re not a sign of poor hygiene. They can be tricky to get rid of without the right treatment.

Learn how to spot, treat, and prevent head lice effectively:
https://ow.ly/sous50WK6Lc

Patient Info Learning - https://ow.ly/jAQP50WK6KH
Video - https://ow.ly/QnnU50WK6KG

Stay informed and keep those pesky lice at bay!

25/08/2025

Summer Bank Holiday Closure 🌞

GP practices are closed today – Monday 25th August – for the Summer Bank Holiday.
⏰ Normal opening hours will resume on Tuesday 26th August.

Need help while we’re closed?
📞 Call NHS 111 for medical advice.
🚑 Call 999 in an emergency.

Wishing everyone a safe and healthy Bank Holiday!

22/08/2025

🎓 Students Moving Away for University? Don’t Forget to Register with a GP!

If you’re starting university or moving to a new area for your studies, it’s important to register with a local GP. This means you’ll have access to medical care when you need it.

Find out how to register and what to do if you need care while away from home:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/getting-medical-care-as-a-student/

Stay healthy and prepared during your student life!

21/08/2025

Summer Bank Holiday Closure 🌞

Please note that GP practices across the area will be closed on Monday 25th August for the Summer Bank Holiday.

📞 For urgent medical help during this time, please call NHS 111.
🚨 In an emergency, always call 999.

Thank you for your understanding.

20/08/2025

NHS England has launched a new WhatsApp channel enabling the service to share trusted health information directly with the public.

The channel will allow the NHS to provide messages, including:

• public health campaigns (e.g. flu, COVID-19)
• health alerts and seasonal advice
• key NHS updates and announcements
• myth-busting and fact-checking content

Followers are also encouraged to forward content directly to their family and friends within WhatsApp.

If you’re reading this message on your phone, click here https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBE1gbEawdpTHo3JQ3g to follow the NHS WhatsApp channel.

Or open WhatsApp and click on the ‘Updates’ tab at the bottom of the screen. From there, search ‘NHS’ and follow the channel.