Leighton-Linslade Health Connections

20/04/2026

20/04/2026

If you’re struggling with a mental health condition like social anxiety, OCD or PTSD, treatment is available.

NHS Talking Therapies are effective, confidential, and free treatments delivered by trained professionals, and can take place in-person, on the phone, or as an online course.

You can refer yourself online at nhs.uk/talk

17/04/2026

17/04/2026

The "Invisible" Condition: Over 75% of people are unfamiliar with the condition, and many patients suffer from a lack of diagnosis for years.

Key Symptoms:

😵Severe, debilitating cramping (sometimes described as labour-like).
🔴Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding.
⛔️Chronic pelvic pain and pressure.
🚺Bloating and painful in*******se.

If you experience these symptoms, you are not alone and do not need to suffer in silence.

17/04/2026

Every blood type is special, with every donation helping to save lives in different ways.

Here's a handy chart to show which donation might suit your blood type best. This accounts for how common it is, and the demand for specific treatments from hospitals.

If your blood type gives you options on what you could donate, then click here to see if changing donation is right for you ️➡️ https://ow.ly/ZVxx50Yz4Ir

Of course, what you donate will depend on where you live, what works with your routine, and if your veins are suitable (for platelet and plasma donation).

Remember:
❤️ You can GIVE BLOOD at any donor centre or community venue.
💛 You can GIVE PLATELETS at one of 25 donor centres.
💙 You can GIVE PLASMA at select locations - currently Birmingham, Reading and Twickenham.

15/04/2026

From April 2026, the spring Covid-19 vaccine will be available for free on the NHS to those at increased risk from severe illness, including those aged 75 or over, people with a weakened immune system, or who live in an older adult care home.

Patients who are eligible will be contacted by their registered GP surgery when appointments are available to book.

15/04/2026

☕ The Chatty Café – Connect, Chat & Enjoy! 🍰

TACTIC, in partnership with Bassett Road Surgery PPG, invites you to our weekly Chatty Café – a place to meet people, enjoy a free cup of tea & cake, and beat loneliness. Everyone is welcome! 💛

Friendly conversation & company

📅 When: Every Tuesday | 10 AM – 1 PM
📍 Where: TACTIC Centre, 17 Hockliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1EZ

Come for a cuppa, stay for the chat! ☕💬

06/04/2026

🐣Bank Holiday Closures🐣

Along with most GP surgeries in the UK we will be closed today, Monday 6th April 2026.

Not all services will stop though, lots of Pharmacies will be open to see and help you along with NHS 111 and of course our colleagues in the emergency services.

www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

02/04/2026

🐣Easter Bank Holiday Closures🐣

Along with most GP surgeries in the UK we will be closed on Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April 2026.

Not all services will stop though, lots of Pharmacies will be open to see and help you along with NHS 111 and of course our colleagues in the emergency services.

www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy