Lyme Valley Practice

04/12/2025

Need Help Travelling to NHS Services?
If you’re unsure about what support is available for getting to your GP, hospital, or other NHS services, help is available.

Find out what support you may be eligible for and how to access it here:
https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/.../do-you-need-help

Getting the care you need should never be difficult because of transport — support is available to make your journey easier.

12/11/2025

November is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month 💙. Join us for an evening of expert talks, local support and advice focused on mens’s wellbeing.
5pm-7pm
Newcastle Working Men’s club. ST5 9HG

28/10/2025

It’s that time of year again!
We’re inviting all our patients to take part in our annual Patient Participation Group survey.

This is your opportunity to share your thoughts and feedback on the care and service you’ve received over the past 12 months.

Your opinions help us improve and shape the services we provide.
If you can spare a few moments, please complete our short survey using the link below:

https://forms.office.com/e/PkXVZXj192

27/10/2025

23/10/2025

It's not to late to still participate....

23/10/2025

01/10/2025

🚭 October is Stoptober - your chance to take control of your health and quit smoking for good 💪🔥

Whether you've quit, started again, or switched to va**ng, it’s vital to let your doctor know. Why? Because smoking directly affects the treatment and management of long-term conditions like:
❤️ Coronary heart disease (CHD)
🦵 Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
🧠 Stroke or TIA
💉 High blood pressure (hypertension)
🩸 Type 2 diabetes
🫁 COPD and asthma (in adults)
💭 History of psychosis, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
🚰 Chronic kidney disease (CKD)

Your smoking status plays a big role in your care plan. Don’t keep it to yourself - tell your GP.

💬 Want to quit? Help is out there:
👉 Speak to your GP
👉 Call the NHS Smokefree Helpline 0300 123 1044
👉 Or visit: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/nhs-stop-smoking-services-help-you-quit/

Every day smoke-free is a win 🏆

29/09/2025

❤️ How healthy is your heart?
A heart attack can strike without warning — but recognising the symptoms early can save lives ⚠️💔

🚨 Common warning signs include:
• Chest pain or pressure 🫀
• Pain spreading to your arm, neck, jaw or back
• Shortness of breath 😮‍💨
• Cold sweat 😓
• Lightheadedness or nausea 😵‍💫

💡 If you have a family history of heart conditions, you may be at higher risk. It’s time to take action:
🧠 Learn the signs: https://ow.ly/ZFqW50X2Q4j
🫀 Check how healthy your heart is: https://ow.ly/LCWG50X2Q3v
📊 Calculate your heart age: https://ow.ly/koVf50X2Q3e
💉 Understand your blood pressure: https://ow.ly/W0km50X2Q3l

💬 Don’t wait until it’s too late. Knowledge is power — prevention is everything.

26/09/2025

Thank you to all of our patients who attended our Winter Ready Event this week. It was a huge success.

25/09/2025

Pharmacists do so much more than dispense medicines. They offer expert health advice, help manage long-term conditions, provide vaccinations, and guide you on safe, effective treatments. 💊

This year, let’s celebrate the vital role they play in keeping our communities healthy — often as the first point of care.

Learn how to get the most from your pharmacist:
https://ow.ly/y5LN50X0VAY

24/09/2025

💚 Organ Donation Week

One conversation could save a life. Talking to your loved ones about your wishes means they can support your decision when it matters most.

Learn why it’s so important:
https://ow.ly/Pn2Q50WZqt3
https://ow.ly/3nr150WZqt5

22/09/2025

💪🔥 Activate your day with Joe Wicks!

🏃‍♂️💨 Quick, fun workouts to boost your 💥 energy, 😄 mood & 💗 health — wherever you are! Perfect for home, school, or outdoors.

🎥 Watch the playlist:
https://ow.ly/vplB50WY2A5