Poole North PCN

28/05/2026

💜 Join Us for Carers Week on Wednesday 10th June 💜

We’re coming together to celebrate, support, and recognise the incredible unpaid carers in our community.

Whether you care for a family member, friend, neighbour, or loved one — this event is for you. Carers and cared for person welcome.

📅 Date: 10th June
📍 Location: North Reach Annexe (see poster for details)
⏰ Time: 2-4pm

Come along for:
✨ Friendly conversations
☕ Refreshments
🤝 Local support and information
💜 A chance to connect with other carers

Caring can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging — and no carer should feel alone. Let’s take time to acknowledge the amazing work carers do every day.

Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to share this post with carers who may benefit from attending.


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23/05/2026

💙 Dementia Action Week 💙

This week is a chance to raise awareness, encourage understanding, and support those affected by dementia.

Dementia affects millions of people across the UK — not only those living with the condition, but also their families, friends, and carers. Small actions such as patience, kindness, and recognising the signs can make a big difference.

🧠 Common signs of dementia may include:

Memory loss affecting daily life
Difficulty concentrating or following conversations
Confusion about time or place
Changes in mood or behaviour

Early advice and support can help people live well for longer.

If you are worried about yourself or a loved one, please contact the practice to speak with a healthcare professional.

For more information and support visit:
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/dementia-action-week

Let’s work together to create a more dementia-friendly community 💙

22/05/2026

☀️ Warm Weather Warning ☀️

With temperatures rising this week, it’s important to take extra care — especially for older adults, young children, pregnant women, and people with long-term health conditions.

Here are some simple ways to stay safe during the heatwave:

💧 Drink plenty of water regularly
🧴 Wear sunscreen and light, loose clothing
🏠 Keep your home cool by closing curtains/blinds during the hottest part of the day
🌳 Avoid going out between 11am–3pm if possible
🍽️ Eat light meals and avoid too much alcohol
🚑 Check on vulnerable family members, friends, and neighbours

⚠️ Seek medical help urgently if you or someone else experiences:

Confusion or dizziness
Difficulty breathing
Severe headache
Chest pain
Signs of heatstroke (hot skin, no sweating, fainting)

For non-emergency advice, please contact the practice or visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

Stay safe and look after one another 💙

Find out how to keep cool and safe in a heatwave, and who is most at risk of heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

21/05/2026

We had a great turnout on Tuesday afternoon at our Veterans Event in Broadstone.

We were delighted to welcome guest speaker Rob Eaton from Rob's Filling Station and Project Q.

A big thank you to our GPs and Social Prescribers for supporting the afternoon, and our nursing team who were on hand providing blood pressure and cholesterol checks.

Special thanks to our fantastic Care Coordinators for organising a great afternoon and supporting our veteran community.

If you’ve served in the UK Armed Forces, make sure your GP Practice knows you’re a veteran. Registering can help you access dedicated NHS services and support for physical and mental health conditions related to service.

✔️ Tell your GP you served
✔️ Ask for your records to be updated with 'veteran' status
✔️ Access specialist support faster
✔️ Help healthcare professionals better understand your needs

It only takes a few minutes, but it can make a real difference.
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20/05/2026

Our Practices will closed for the Bank Holiday Monday.

If you need urgent medical assistance while we're closed, please contact NHS 111 or dial 999 in an emergency.

The Practice will re-open at 8am on Tuesday 26th May.
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18/05/2026

A reminder tomorrow we will be hosting our next veteran afternoon.

Please see the poster for all the information.

We look forward to seeing you there.

14/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent health and wellbeing event in Canford Heath, especially on such a lovely sunny day.

From blood pressure and cholesterol checks, mental health information, cancer screening advice, diabetes support, carers information, lifestyle information and lots of other local services.

The event highlighted the importance of bringing valuable health resources and services into the community.

We’re grateful to all who attended, participated, and helped make the event a success.
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13/05/2026

💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚

This week is a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health. Everyone experiences challenges from time to time, and support is available — you do not have to face things alone.

Small actions can make a big difference:
✨ Stay connected with family and friends
✨ Take time to rest and recharge
✨ Get outside and stay active
✨ Talk to someone you trust
✨ Seek professional support if you need it

Call MIND Helpline 0300 102 1234
https://www.mind.org.uk/

Call 111 & select option 2 to speak to the NHS Mental Health Crisis Response Service
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/

Text 'SHOUT' to 85258 to contact the shout crisis text line or text 'YM' if you're under 19
https://giveusashout.org/

Call the Samaritans on 116 123
https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

12/05/2026

Today is Nurses Day.

On International Nurses Day, we would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all our incredible nurses across the Practices💙

From clinics and chronic disease management to advice, support and patient care, nurses play a vital role across our Practices.

Thank you for everything you do. 🌟

11/05/2026

08/05/2026

Today, we mark VE Day — a moment in history that reminds us of the courage, resilience, and sacrifices made by so many.

We take a moment to reflect and honour those who served, as well as the generation who lived through such challenging times.

If you’re marking the day, whether through remembrance, community events, or simply taking a quiet moment, we hope it brings reflection and connection.