Oak Tree Surgery and Pensilva Health Centre

05/05/2026

We’re shining a light on the ways that stress affects women.
Hormonal changes throughout life – from puberty to pregnancy to menopause – can make the physical effects of stress more intense.
Regular small actions can make a big difference though.
✨Try these habits to reduce stress:
🚶‍♀️ Swap doom-scrolling for gentle strolling
💬Talk to someone you trust (great to combine with the above!)
🪷 Use local wellbeing or mental health services when you need – local mental health charity is a good place to start

02/05/2026

There are lots of places that can help if you get injured.
Minor Injury Units and the Urgent Treatment Centre (West Cornwall Hospital, Penzance) are for help with injuries that need urgent attention but are not a life or limb emergency.
Think:
✂️ cuts that need stitches
📷 suspected broken bones
🔥 minor burns and scalds
👁️ eye problems.
Always check open times, x-ray and live wait times before you go: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/miu-waiting-times/

01/05/2026

Stress doesn’t just affect how we feel. Over time, it can raise your blood pressure and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.
And because high blood pressure often has no symptoms – knowing your numbers is one of the simplest ways to protect your health.
What to do if stress is creeping in?
Try quick resets like stepping away from your screen, switching off notifications for a bit, or doing something that makes you smile. 🥰
💚 This month, let’s look after our hearts and our minds…
Take a breather, take a moment… and take your blood pressure!
Know Your Numbers and Take Action

29/04/2026

There are lots of places where you can get help for illness and injury. Do you know where is best this Spring?
➕ Pharmacy 💚
A pharmacy can help with a wide range of minor illness, and provide all sorts of services and advice. Most now offer the Pharmacy First service which provides treatment for 7 common conditions, without the need for a GP appointment.
Find your nearest open pharmacy 👀⬇️
https://www.nhs.uk/find-a-pharmacy
🤕 MIU 🦴
Minor Injury Units and the Urgent Treatment Centre are for help with injuries that need urgent attention but are not a life or limb emergency. Always check open times, x-ray and live wait times before you go: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/miu-waiting-times/
Think:
✂️ cuts that need stitches
📷 suspected broken bones
🔥 minor burns and scalds
👁️ eye problems.
Open evenings and weekends, x-ray services, no appointment needed.
Always check open times, x-ray and live wait times before you go:
🔗 https://royalcornwallhospitals.nhs.uk/waiting.../urgent-care
💻 NHS 111 online 📱
If you need help for something non-urgent and it can't wait until your GP surgery is open, or if you're unsure of what service you need, use NHS 111 online for help 24 hours a day. You can also call 111.
You will be directed to the most appropriate care, with call back from a clinician if it's needed.
🔗 https://111.nhs.uk
🚑 999 📞
Always call 999 or visit the emergency department if it is a genuine emergency that is life- or limb-threatening, such as chest pain, major blood loss, loss of consciousness.
🤧If you are unwell with norovirus please don’t go to a health setting such as the emergency department and our minor injury units or visit a loved one in hospital.

27/04/2026

Children are offered the MMRV (measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox) vaccine as part of the NHS routine childhood programme.
The number of doses your child is offered depends on when they were born.
Your GP practice will contact you when your child is due.
This World Immunisation Week, it’s a good time to make sure your child is up to date with their vaccinations.
ℹ️ https://www.nhs.uk/mmrv

27/04/2026

Need a bit of extra support? The Community Gateway Helpline is here to help. 💬
If you (or someone you know) in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly are finding things tough – with day-to-day tasks, money worries, coming home from hospital, loneliness or your wellbeing – the Community Gateway team can help you find the right voluntary and community support.
A partnership of 50+ local voluntary organisations works with NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly ICB and Cornwall Council to provide:
▪️Help at home and getting home from hospital
▪️Connections to community groups and activities
▪️Links to mental health and wellbeing support
▪️Hot food and warm, welcoming spaces
📞 Call: 01872 266383
📅 Open: 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
📧 Email: welcome@kernowgateway.org.uk

25/04/2026

🦷‼️Need urgent dental treatment?
Contact your own dentist first, they may be able to offer urgent advice or help.
Don’t have a dentist? Call Smile Together on 0333 405 0290, Cornwall’s emergency dental service.
Office hours Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm.
Outside of these hours, call NHS 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk for advice and support.
Please do not go to the Minor Injuries Unit or Emergency Department at your local hospital unless it is a life-threatening emergency.
Unsure what to do? Call NHS 111, they will guide you to the right care.
If you live near the Devon-Cornwall border you may find it more convenient to contact Devon Urgent Dental Care through NHS 111 and select option 4 for advice and support.

22/04/2026

Sometimes the right support at the right moment makes all the difference.
WorkWell Employers Champions help teams stay safe, healthy, and supported throughout the challenges of life. 🔧💛
As a champion you’ll signpost staff to free coaching support when they’re struggling with their physical or mental health, making work tough.
Find out more about becoming a WorkWell Employer Champion on their website. https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/workwell-cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/become-a-workwell-champion

18/04/2026

There have been changes to Cornwall’s domestic abuse support service, Safer Futures, including a new contact number - 01208 22 99 22.
Safer Futures offers support, safety planning, advice, therapy and recovery for anyone experiencing domestic abuse.

16/04/2026

🌿April is Stress Awareness Month – a great reminder to ‘Know Your Numbers’!
Stress doesn’t just affect how we feel. Over time, it can raise your blood pressure and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.
And because high blood pressure often has no symptoms – knowing your numbers is one of the simplest ways to protect your health.
What to do if stress is creeping in?
Try quick resets like stepping away from your screen, switching off notifications for a bit, or doing something that makes you smile. 🥰
💚 This month, let’s look after our hearts and our minds…
Take a breather, take a moment… and take your blood pressure!
Know Your Numbers and Take Action

14/04/2026