The Humbleyard Practice

05/11/2025

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.

Here’s what you might experience:
✔️ Physical: headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues, chest‑racing heartbeats
✔️ Mental: trouble concentrating, making decisions, constant worrying
✔️ Behavioural: irritability, sleep too much or too little, eating changes, pulling away from others

When stress becomes long‑term, it can lead to burnout — extreme exhaustion, cynicism, reduced performance.

You don’t have to cope with it alone.

👉 Learn more and find help:
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Take a pause. Talk it out. You matter. 💚

04/11/2025

🌸 Hethersett Forget-Me-Not Café 🌸

For 10 years, the twice-monthly café has provided activities, refreshments, and support for residents living with dementia and their carers.

On the first and third Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 am in the Methodist Church Hall, Great Melton Road, we provide a programme of activities which also welcomes anyone in the community looking to socialise and avoid isolation.

We can provide training for businesses to become Dementia Friendly, enabling them to meet the needs of dementia sufferers in our community.

With more volunteers for our café and committee, we could look to providing a befriending service to help people with daily living.

If you are interested in any of the above, please contact:
📞 Anne Steward: 07368 582151 | ✉️ annesteward1@outlook.com

📞 Lesley Evans: 07854 842752 | ✉️ lesleycevans58@gmail.com

Thank you for reading this and for your support. 💙

03/11/2025

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig into all the good food, here’s what to watch out for:

🍗 Food Safety / Food Poisoning
• Don’t let food sit out too long - especially meats or salads
• Keep raw and cooked foods separate
• Store leftovers promptly at safe temperatures

🔥 Fire & Fireworks Safety
• Always follow firework instructions carefully
• Keep a safe distance
• Never relight a dud firework
• Always supervise children
• Have a bucket of water or hose nearby in case of fire
👉 Safety info:
https://ow.ly/b3YI50XjLhX
https://bonfire-night-safety.co.uk
https://www.firstaid.co.uk/fireworks-safety--first-aid/

🚑 First Aid for Firework Injuries
• Minor burns: cool under running water for 10+ minutes
• Seek medical help for deeper burns, wounds, or if you see smoke inhalation symptoms
• Use sterile dressings, don’t apply creams or adhesives until checked

Have a safe and happy Bonfire Night! 🎆

31/10/2025

We’re looking for a dedicated Patient Care Advisor to join our friendly team.

🕓 Full-time role (4 days per week, 08:00–18:00)
If you’re passionate about delivering excellent patient care, enjoy working in a supportive environment, and want to make a real difference in your community — we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Find out more and apply here:
Patient Care Advisor – Apply Now

Patient Care Advisor https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7931eda278a4c8dd&from=appshareios

💙 Join us and help shape the way we care for our community.

31/10/2025

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your sugar intake in check 👻🍬

How to carve a pumpkin safely:
🛠️ Use a clean, dry, well-lit area with a sturdy surface.
🧼 Wash and thoroughly dry your hands and tools to avoid slips.
🛡️ Use a proper pumpkin carving kit (small serrated saws) instead of large kitchen knives.
🔄 Always cut away from your body and use small, controlled motions.
👨‍👩‍👧 Leave the carving to adults; kids can draw the design or scoop out pulp.
⚠️ If you get cut and heavy bleeding continues for more than 15 minutes, seek medical care.

Too many sweets can impact your health in more ways than one.
Read how sugar affects your body and tips for moderating consumption:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-types/how-does-sugar-in-our-diet-affect-our-health/

Balance is everything - carve safely, enjoy treats mindfully, and take care.

29/10/2025

Movember is coming up - and we’re calling on everyone who cares about men’s mental health.

Globally, 3 out of 4 suicides are men. That’s 1 man every 60 seconds.
This isn’t just a statistic - it’s someone’s brother, father, partner, or friend 💔🕯️

It’s time to stop the silence. It’s time to unite.

Together, we can:
🧪 Fund life-saving mental health research
📚 Support training and education
🫂 Provide real help for those in crisis

💥 Ready to take action?
👉 Register, grow a Mo, fundraise or simply spread the word:
https://movember.com/register

✊🏽 Let’s change the face of men’s health together.

27/10/2025

Throughout September, Healthwatch Norfolk visited our Cringleford, Hethersett, and Mulbarton Surgeries to gather feedback from you — our patients — about your experiences at the practice.

We’re pleased to share the reports from these visits, which highlight what’s working well and where we can continue to improve.

You can read the full reports here 👉 https://www.humbleyard.nhs.uk/2025/10/27/healthwatch-norfolk-feedback-september-2025/

Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their thoughts — your feedback helps us make our services even better. 💙

Cringleford Engagement Report Sept 25Download Hethersett Surgery Engagement Report Sept 25Download Mulbarton Engagment Report Sept 25Download…

27/10/2025

🚧 Notice of Building Works at Cringleford Surgery 🚧

From Monday 17th November to Friday 19th December, Cringleford Surgery will be undergoing building works.

We’ll do our best to keep any disruption to a minimum and apologise in advance for any inconvenience. Thank you for your patience!

27/10/2025

📢 Practice Closure Notice – Protected Learning Time 📢

Please be aware that The Humbleyard Practice will be closed on Wednesday 5th November 2025 from 12pm – 2pm for Protected Learning Time.

During this period:

🚑 For emergencies (life-threatening conditions such as severe chest pain, heavy bleeding, or broken bones), please call 999.

📞 For medical advice, please call NHS 111 or visit NHS 111 Online - https://111.nhs.uk

🏥 You can also attend the Norwich Practices Walk-in Centre, Rouen House, Rouen Road, Norwich, NR1 1RB.

📲 If you require medical assistance during this time, please call CallEEast on 0300 0132 166.

🖥️ For routine requests, please submit via our online consultation system.

Thank you for your understanding while we take part in essential training. 💙

27/10/2025

Black History Month is a time to honour culture, celebrate resilience, and spotlight important health conversations 🧠💬

🎯 Did you know? People of Black African & Caribbean heritage in the UK are more likely to develop:
🩺 Type 2 diabetes
💢 High blood pressure (hypertension)
❤️‍🩹 And face a higher risk of heart disease, kidney issues & stroke

But knowledge = power 💡💪
Let’s take action together:
🍽️ Eat for your heart & blood sugar (think more veggies, less salt!)
🏃🏽‍♂️ Move that body daily
🧪 Get regular checks - blood pressure & diabetes screenings can be life-saving
🫱🏾‍🫲🏽 Talk to your family - sharing this info could change lives

🧭 Start here:
👉 https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/type-2-diabetes/diabetes-ethnicity

This month, let’s rise together in strength, in knowledge, and in health 🖤✨

24/10/2025

🎗️ ADHD Awareness Month - October is here! Whether you're newly considering ADHD or already navigating life with it - you’re not alone. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that can manifest as inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, or all three - presenting differently across individuals and across life stages

Seeking clarity? Begin with ADHD UK’s About ADHD page, offering videos from specialists and a self-screener for adults

ADHD UK also hosts peer support groups, expert-led sessions, and an online marketplace of coaches and tools to help with day-to-day challenges

Why it matters:

• Diagnoses are rising - not because ADHD is increasing, but because awareness is growing and stigma is lifting
• But many still wait long months - even years - for NHS assessments - access remains unequal
• Misinformation online can confuse rather than clarify. Trusted sources like ADHD UK are key

Find support and fact‑checked info at:
👉 https://adhduk.co.uk

23/10/2025

Not sure where to turn for help with your health?

Find out about the range of NHS services you can get through the NHS App, and other ways to access primary care services like pharmacies and GP practices.

https://improvinglivesnw.org.uk/support-primary-care/improving-access-to-primary-care/