Alresford Surgery

13/09/2025

10/09/2025

At just 26, Anna thought high blood pressure wouldn’t be something she would have to think about until much later in life. When she joined a local gym, her free health check flagged a blood pressure reading so high that the staff thought their machine was broken. After checking on three separate machines, it became very clear that the result was real. Anna was advised to see her GP immediately and was not allowed to use the gym in the meantime.

The next morning, her GP confirmed she had a dangerous reading of high blood pressure and prescribed beta blockers. Over the following weeks she underwent blood tests, kidney checks and an MRI scan, but no underlying cause was found.

Now aged 32, Anna manages her health with daily medication and monitoring her blood pressure weekly at home.

“Finding out so young was such a shock. I never thought this would happen, especially while being young, fit, and healthy. Knowing my numbers has helped me take control and save my life. I’d encourage anyone, no matter your age, to check your blood pressure” - Anna

Dr Zaid Hirmiz, local GP and our Deputy Chief Medical Officer said: “High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. You can feel perfectly well but still be at risk of life-threatening conditions like strokes, heart attacks and kidney disease. That’s why it is so important to regularly check your blood pressure. Anna’s story shows that it’s not just something that affects older adults. Knowing your numbers really can save your life.”

We are encouraging residents to check their blood pressure as part of this year’s ‘Know Your Numbers Week’ campaign, led by Blood Pressure UK. By supporting people to check and manage their blood pressure, the campaign supports the NHS 10-year plan’s commitment to focus on prevention and keeping people well in their communities.

The theme for this year is ‘looking for the missing millions’. Right now, 5 million UK adults ages 18 – 64 may have undiagnosed high blood pressure. It is one of the biggest risk factors for strokes, heart attacks and kidney disease.

You can check your blood pressure in most pharmacies. GP waiting rooms also often have a machine available for you to use.

10/09/2025

This World Su***de Prevention Day, we’re sharing one important message: If you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care.

Every 90 minutes, someone in the UK or Ireland dies by su***de* and 1 in 4 of us has had suicidal thoughts.**

Let’s prevent su***de today. Because tomorrow’s too late.

Remember that the Samaritans are available 24/7, 365 days of the year.

Every year, on 10 September, organisations around the world get together to raise awareness about su***de prevention.

09/09/2025

Friends of the Family Wi******er need more volunteers.

Can you help?

08/09/2025

Happy Know Your Numbers! Week 2025. Let's work together to lower the nation's blood pressure. Remember, high blood pressure is one of the most preventable and treatable health conditions – yet it remains one of the UK’s biggest killers.

08/09/2025

💉 We’re pleased to share that starting next January, England’s routine childhood immunisation schedule is being expanded. Eligible children will now be offered the combined MMRV vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella/chickenpox) during routine appointments at around 12 and 18 months of age.

ℹ️ https://www.gov.uk/government/news/free-chickenpox-vaccination-offered-for-first-time-to-children

The vaccine will not be available before this time, so please do not contact the surgery.

06/09/2025

Take a break!
Prolonged screen or reading times can lead to eye strain, dry eyes, and headaches.

Use the 20 - 20 - 20 rule to help your eyes:
🖥️ After using a screen for 20 minutes
📏 Look at an object 20 feet away
🕓For 20 seconds

03/09/2025

Hampshire CAMHS are running a mental health focus week, contact them to book your place

03/09/2025

💉October FLU ONLY vaccinations💉

We will be inviting the following eligible patients for ONLY their flu vaccinations.
From October:
• those aged 65 years and over
• those aged 18 years to under 65 years in clinical risk groups (as defined by the Green Book, Influenza chapter 19 )
• those in long-stay residential care homes
• carers in receipt of carer’s allowance, or those who are the main carer of an elderly or disabled person
• close contacts of immunocompromised individuals
• frontline workers in a social care setting without an employer led occupational health scheme

📲Please ensure that we have an up to date mobile number for you as initial invitations will be sent via text.

Please support the surgery & wait for us to invite you for your flu jab at the recommended time. 💓

03/09/2025

💉October Covid & Flu Vaccinations💉

We will be inviting the following eligible patients for their covid & flu vaccinations (these need to be co-administered) From October:

• those aged 75 years and over
• Residents in a care home for older adults
• those aged 18 years and over in clinical risk groups (as defined by the Green Book, Covid-19 Chapter 14a)

📲Please ensure that we have an up to date mobile number for you, as initial invitations will be sent via text.

01/09/2025

General Practice is the backbone of the NHS but it’s under more pressure than ever before.

Please watch this short film, Why is General Practice Under Pressure?

It explores the realities behind the headlines including:
• Workforce shortages
• Rising patient demand
• Lack of funding

This powerful film gives an honest, clear look at the challenges in primary care and why supporting general practice is essential for the future of healthcare.

Help us raise awareness and spark meaningful conversation
about the pressures facing general practice.

https://youtu.be/s_s4GJacPRk?si=PJmBAqQmedtS6HtW

Information accurate as of 24th July 2025General Practice is the backbone of the NHS but it’s under more pressure than ever before. Our short film, Why is Ge...