Lucie Wedgwood Surgery

08/05/2026

01/05/2026

World Naked Gardening Day is Saturday, May 2, 2026!

World Naked Gardening Day, celebrated on the first Saturday of May, encourages a return to nature and healthy body acceptance. This day invites people to garden without clothes, which can be refreshing and fun. Celebrations include activities such as weeding, planting, and caring for flowers, all in a natural state. The event emphasizes the importance of natural living, connecting with nature, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

22/04/2026

22/04/2026

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Early detection saves lives. UHNM are hosting a Men’s Health Event at Port Vale FC to make expert healthcare accessible to everyone in our community.
📍 Tommy Cheadle's (Car Park C)
📅 April 22, 2026
🕑 2 PM - 7 PM
Stop by for free scans, free advice, and free refreshments. No appointment needed—just turn up!

02/04/2026

To all our patients and colleagues, past and present,

Ears hoping you have a very Hoppy, Egg-ceptional and Egg-citing Easter!

Hope you have lots of eggs, however this may lead to the need for Egg-ceptional and Egg-streme amount of Eggs-ercise!

Here is an Easter yolk -

· Did you hear about the rabbit who refused to leave her house?

o She was having a bad hare day!
🐣🐥🌷🐰🐇

26/03/2026

Social Prescribing Day, 26th March

You may have heard the term ‘social prescribing’ and wondered what it is, and can it help me?

Social prescribing is a service to help boost wellbeing by linking you into local support networks or services, as part of an overall approach to individual care.

Social Prescribers are link workers that have access to a wide range of local agencies, best suited to help with your overall health and wellbeing. In this PCN you might see a Social Prescriber for the following reasons:

Helping to access services from social care, pharmacies, allied health professionals, fire service, housing associations, job centres, employment and/or volunteering support
Needing help with debt, benefits and housing, loneliness, accessing social groups, mental health and support groups.

To request an appointment with our Social Prescribing Team, submit an online consultation request or contact the surgery reception to ask for an appointment, stating the reason why you would like to be seen and the best telephone number to call you on and one of the Social Prescribers will arrange an appointment.

25/03/2026

FND Awareness, 25th March

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is a complicated brain network disorder that can affect anyone, at any age.

Many people face severe, life-changing symptoms, yet access to specialist care across the United Kingdom remains limited. Sufferers can experience seizures, limb weakness, pain, fatigue and many other debilitating symptoms that can reduce their ability to live a normal life, thereby creating loneliness.

If you have FND, reach out as support can help you feel you’re not alone.
https://www.fndaction.org.uk/

20/03/2026

World Oral Health Day, 20th March

Did you know, World Oral Health Day was chosen for the significance of March 20th (3/20), which reflects a goal of 32 teeth and 0 cavities, representing a life-long healthy mouth.

Here are some tips on maintaining great oral health:
Brush twice daily
Clean between your teeth
Reduce your sugar intake
Try to limit other damaging activities such as smoking and alcohol intake
Brush baby teeth as they come through
Get children into good oral habits early
Cut out fizzy drinks
Book regular dental checkups
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/take-care-of-your-teeth-and-gums/

13/03/2026

World Sleep Day, 13th March

It’s World Sleep Day! Did you know that without enough sleep, your health can suffer? The theme this year is to ‘Sleep Well, Live Better’, and to understand the importance of getting plenty of snoozing time.

Sleep is essential to your health and has so many benefits:
It boosts memory and learning
It helps to clear waste from the brain and promote brain health
It supports immune health
Find some tips here on promoting a better quality of sleep:

12/03/2026

https://www.stoke.gov.uk/info/20010/adult_care_and_wellbeing/237/help_giving_up_smoking #:~:text=If%20you%20would%20like%20to,National%20Helpline%20%2D%200300%20123%201044

12/03/2026

No Smoking Day, 12th March

‘Commit to Quit’ this No Smoking Day. If you’re looking for a sign to improve your health, breathe easily and minimise the risk of long-term conditions, here it is! Start today and you’ll feel the benefits so quickly!

Within days, you’ll notice:
Your sense of taste and smell improves
You start to breathe more easily
You have more energy
As the weeks progress, you’ll find you have:

Better blood circulation to your heart and muscles, making physical activity easier

Improved lung function – any coughs, wheezing or other breathing problems can reduce

And you’ll see the benefits in your pockets! Why not start today?

Thinking about quitting smoking, ready to stop, or struggling to stay smoke-free? Find the tools, tips, and support you need for a healthier life.