Bevan Medical Group

06/02/2026

As part of World Cancer Day, here’s an important reminder about the HPV vaccine 💙

The HPV vaccine helps protect young people from the virus that causes most cervical cancers.

If you’re a parent or carer, please look out for the HPV vaccine permission form.

The HPV vaccine protects against more than cervical cancer – it also helps safeguard all young adults, women and men, from ge***al warts and some cancers of the ge***al areas, a**s, and mouth/throat.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/

06/02/2026

05/02/2026

Did you know?🤔

Appointments are available if you have a dental problem that needs to be treated urgently.

You can:
➡️Contact an NHS dentist
➡️Book an appointment at an urgent dental access centre
➡️Contact 111 online or call 111

Find out more by visiting the link in the comments👇

05/02/2026

05/02/2026

The vaccine is now part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule in the UK, providing protection against chickenpox, as well as measles, mumps and rubella. 💉🛡️

05/02/2026

Using the Skinny Jab?💉

Oral contraceptives might not work as well.

Consider extra protection like the implant, coil, or condoms.

Speak to a healthcare professional for advice👩‍⚕️

For more information on medicines in pregnancy visit the link in the comments👇

23/01/2026

Cervical cancer leads to approximately 685 deaths a year in England.

The HPV vaccination, cervical screening and treatment for cell changes can all help prevent cervical cancer.

23/01/2026

Aged 55–74 and ever smoked? You may be invited for a lung health check. Finding cancer early can make treatment more successful. Check your letter. Book your appointment. Find out more 👇

World Cancer Day

23/01/2026

We have CAMHS Nurse Drop in sessions coming up at the following Best Start Family Hubs

Wednesday 28 January 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am at Willington
Tuesday 3 February 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am at Wheatley Hill
Tuesday 3 February 2026, 1pm to 3pm at Bishop Auckland
Wednesday 11 February 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm at Stanley

These sessions may be useful if your child is struggling with:

🎈low confidence and self esteem
🎈low mood
🎈worrying and anxious feelings

The CAMHS nurse will not be able to give any updates on open cases and ongoing CAMHS work during these sessions. Any questions like this should be directed to the CAMHS team supporting your child.

Dates and times for future sessions are on the link below

https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/31439/Child-and-Adolescent-Mental-Health-Services-CAMHS-Nurse-Drop-

23/01/2026

The vaccine is now part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule in the UK, adding protection against chickenpox.

02/01/2026

Handwashing is one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of winter bugs.

Wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water.

02/01/2026

From today, hundreds of thousands of children will start to be offered protection against chickenpox as part of the free, routine NHS childhood vaccinations.

GP surgeries will contact families to arrange appointments.

Find out more about eligibility ⬇️