Sandy Lane Surgery

28/11/2025

💙 Between work, family, and caring for others, it’s easy for women to put their own health at the bottom of the list.

But looking after yourself isn’t selfish, it’s self-care.

Your free NHS Health Check can spot early signs of conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease, which are often underdiagnosed in women.

⏱️ Just 20–30 minutes
🩺 Simple checks like blood pressure, weight, and risk factors
✅ Reassurance and advice to keep you healthy for the future

When your invitation arrives, don’t ignore it. Book your NHS Health Check and protect your future health.

28/11/2025

🩹😣 Got a splinter? Whether it's a tiny piece of wood, glass, or metal, a splinter can be surprisingly painful - and if left untreated, could lead to infection 🦠

👉 In this helpful video, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to remove a splinter safely using tweezers
✔️ Tips to prevent infection
✔️ When to get medical help

💡 Don’t ignore it! Even a small splinter can cause problems if not removed correctly.

🧼 Always wash your hands and clean the area before & after removal.
If redness, swelling, or pus appears - seek medical advice 🧑‍⚕️

📚 Learn more about treating cuts, grazes & minor wounds:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cuts-and-grazes/

👍 First aid essentials for your home:

🌟 https://patient.info/news-and-features/essential-first-aid-items-for-your-home

26/11/2025

💪 Stay Strong for the Ones Who Count on You 💪

You work hard. You support your family. You’re the one people rely on — at home, at work, and in 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Your Health Is Your Family’s Strength 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

You’re the one your family relies on — for school runs, work, and everything in between. But to keep looking after everyone else, you need to look after yourself too.

A FREE NHS Health Check can help you do just that.
It’s quick, simple, and could help spot early signs of conditions like heart disease or diabetes before they become serious.

Even if you feel fine, a few minutes today could help protect your health — and your family’s peace of mind — for the future.

📞 Call 01772 286890 to book your appointment.

Stay healthy. Stay strong.
Because your health keeps your family strong too. ❤️

🌐 www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check

Rapid health is our online patient triage system; Rapid Health can be used to access self-care information, submit medical and administrative requests, and even register new patients to the surgery. Get started with our online booking tool

26/11/2025

🫁💙 Living with COPD? While there’s no cure, there’s plenty you can do to manage it and improve your quality of life. COPD happens when the lungs become inflamed, damaged and narrowed - often due to smoking, long‑term exposure to dust/fumes or genetic factors.

Here are some ways to live well with COPD:
🔹 Stop smoking - the single most effective step.
🔹 Take inhalers and follow your treatment plan to reduce flare‑ups.
🔹 Stay active, eat well, keep weight in check and avoid triggers like pollution or cold air.
🔹 Be alert to symptoms like persistent cough with phlegm, shortness of breath or wheezing - mention them to your GP.

Need more support or want to learn how to cope?
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-copd/
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/how-to-live-healthily-with-copd

25/11/2025

📣 Lost Ring Handed In – 06.11.25
A ring was handed in to Sandy Lane Surgery reception on 6th November 2025.

We’ve been holding onto it in the hope that the owner would come forward, but so far no one has contacted us.

If you, or someone you know, has recently lost a ring, please get in touch with the surgery. You will need to provide a brief description of the ring to verify ownership before collection.

Thank you!

24/11/2025

Your Health Keeps Your Family Strong

Your family depends on you every day — for support, for strength, for everything in between.
Looking after your own health is one of the best ways to keep being there for them.

A free NHS Health Check can help you stay well and spot early signs of heart disease, stroke, or diabetes, even if you feel fine.
It’s quick, simple, and could make all the difference.

Take a few minutes now to look after yourself — and protect your family’s peace of mind for the future.

📞 Call 01772 286890 to book your appointment.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check

24/11/2025

🤢💧 Vomiting and diarrhoea affect both children and adults, but the risks and care needs can differ. Here’s what to watch out for and how to respond 🧠

👶 Children vs 🧔 Adults - What’s Different?

Children:
‑ Dehydrate more quickly - loss of fluid builds up faster
‑ More vulnerable to electrolyte imbalance
‑ May refuse drinking or have a harder time telling how they feel
‑ Risk signs: dry nappies, sunken eyes, irritability, listlessness

Adults:
‑ Might manage symptoms longer before seeking help
‑ Risk of complications if they have chronic conditions (e.g. diabetes, kidney disease)
‑ The underlying cause can vary (infection, foodborne, side effect of meds)

✅ What to Do (For All Ages)
🛌 Rest & stay home
💧 Sip small amounts of fluids frequently
🍚 Once able, introduce bland, easy-to-digest foods
🧼 Wash hands often, especially after bathroom or caring for sick
❌ Avoid preparing food for others until 48 hours after symptoms subside

⚠️ When to Seek Medical Help
Watch for these red flags (in both children & adults):

• Persistent vomiting or diarrhoea lasting more than a few days
• Blood in vomit or stool
• Unable to keep fluids down
• Signs of dehydration (dizziness, extreme thirst, low urine output)
• High fever or unexplained pain

More trusted advice here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/symptoms/diarrhoea-and-vomiting/

Stay alert, act early, and take care 💚

21/11/2025

🥦🧠 It’s Malnutrition Awareness Week - and while it’s often associated with undernutrition, malnutrition can affect anyone, even those trying to lose weight.

Healthy eating isn’t just about cutting calories - it’s about getting the nutrients your body needs to thrive 💪

💡 Did you know?
⚠️ Weight loss medications like Mounjaro, Wegovy or Saxenda can reduce appetite so much that people may miss out on essential nutrients.
⚠️ Malnutrition symptoms can be subtle - like fatigue, slow healing, or feeling cold all the time.
⚠️ Even if you're eating, you could be missing key vitamins or minerals.

✅ Learn more:
🍽️ NHS Better Health tips: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/
📋 Malnutrition symptoms: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/malnutrition/symptoms/
💊 Weight loss med side effects: https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/weight-loss/wegovy-saxenda-side-effects
🥕 10 nutrients you might be lacking: https://patient.info/news-and-features/10-essential-nutrients-you-might-be-lacking

Eat well. Stay strong. Be informed. 💚

21/11/2025

Stay fit for the life you love.

Your free NHS Health Check helps you stay healthy, independent, and doing the things you enjoy.
It’s quick, free, and can spot early signs of heart disease, stroke, or diabetes before you feel unwell.
Book your NHS Health Check when invited.

19/11/2025

🌟 Give Yourself the Best Chance of Good Health

Aged 40–74? It’s time for your FREE NHS Health Check, a simple way to find out how your heart, brain, and body are doing.

It’s designed to spot early risks of serious illnesses like heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, dementia, and diabetes before they begin to affect your health.

Book yours today and take a positive step towards a healthier future.
📞 Call 01772 286890 to book your appointment.

🌐 Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

19/11/2025

👨‍⚕️📋 International Men’s Day is approaching – and it’s the perfect moment to prioritise our health checks!

Did you know the NHS offers a free health check for adults to help spot risks like heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and more? Check it out:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check

Want to know what happens at the check? Learn more at:
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-to-expect-at-an-nhs-health-check

📌 This is important for every man – whether you feel fine or not. Strong health starts with awareness and action.

17/11/2025

🚗 Your Health MOT is Due

We all take our cars for regular checks, why not our bodies?

If you’re between 40 and 74, a FREE NHS Health Check can help spot the early signs of stroke, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and dementia.

It’s quick and easy – the check helps with early detection, and taking action on the results can support your long-term health.

📞 Call 01772 286890 to book your appointment.

🌐 Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/