King's Medical Centre

19/03/2026

16/03/2026

🥗 Nutrition & Hydration Week 🥤

Good nutrition and staying hydrated are key to keeping our bodies and minds healthy. This week is a great reminder to think about what we eat and drink every day.

Top tips for healthy eating and hydration:
• Include a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole foods 🍎🥦
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day 💧
• Choose healthy snacks like nuts, yoghurt, or fresh fruit
• Keep a water bottle handy, especially on busy days

Learn more and get practical advice at nutritionandhydrationweek.co.uk or visit https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/

14/03/2026

Important Update – Phone System Changes from 16th March

From Monday 16th March, King’s Medical Centre will be updating our phone message and call options to help direct patients to the right service more quickly.

When calling the practice, please listen carefully to the following options:

• Press 1 – Appointments

• Press 2 – Prescription queries

• Press 3 – Test Results

• Press 4 – Referrals

• Press 5 – All Other Queries

Medical Emergency? If you have chest pains, breathing difficulties, or are vomiting blood, please hang up and dial 999.

Helping Patients Go Digital The NHS is moving towards more integrated and digital services. We encourage patients to provide an email address and use online services where possible.

Using digital services helps by:

✔ Reducing waiting times on phone lines

✔ Allowing staff to deal with urgent medical queries more quickly

✔ Making it easier for patients to order prescriptions and access services at any time

Need help registering for online services? We run a drop-in support session every Tuesday between 2pm – 3pm. No appointment is necessary.

Our team will be happy to help you get set up. Thank you for helping us improve access to our services.

13/03/2026

🌙 World Sleep Day – Friday 13 March 🌙

Sleep plays an important role in keeping us healthy. Good quality sleep helps support our immune system, mood, concentration and overall wellbeing.

To help improve your sleep, you could try:
• Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day
• Limiting screen time before bed
• Avoiding caffeine late in the day
• Keeping your bedroom dark, quiet and comfortable

Occasional sleep problems are common, but if you are regularly struggling to sleep or feel tired all the time, there may be support available.

You can find more information and advice about sleep at the World Sleep Day website:

World Sleep Day (WSD) is an annual celebration of sleep & call to action on important sleep issues organized by World Sleep Day Committee of World Sleep Society

12/03/2026

11/03/2026

🚭 National No Smoking Day

Thinking about quitting? Today could be the day to start.

The Your Health Nottinghamshire Stop Smoking Service offers free support to help you quit.

Find out more: https://yourhealthnotts.co.uk

23/02/2026

Eating Disorders Awareness Week

This week is about raising awareness, challenging stigma, and reminding people they’re not alone. Eating disorders can affect anyone, and early support really matters.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, help is available. Find support and resources from Beat:

This Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026 we are raising awareness about the important role Community plays in helping someone feel supported.

17/02/2026

Did you know you can view your appointments through the NHS App?

Signing up to the NHS App and Patients Know Best is quick and easy, which means you don't have to wait to view your appointment dates and times!

09/02/2026

Children’s Mental Health Week (9–15 February)

This week is Children’s Mental Health Week, which highlights the importance of children and young people’s emotional wellbeing. This year’s theme focuses on belonging and how feeling accepted and valued can support mental health.

There are free resources and information for families available at 👉 www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

06/02/2026

💊 Did you know your local pharmacy can help with many common health problems?

You don’t always need to see a GP for minor illnesses. Your community pharmacist is a trained healthcare professional and can offer advice, treatment, and support — often without an appointment.

✅ Pharmacies can help with:
• Coughs, colds, sore throats and earache
• Rashes, insect bites and minor skin infections
• Urinary tract infections (women, age limits apply)
• Shingles, sinusitis and impetigo
• Advice on medicines and side effects

💡 You may also be able to get:
• Free blood pressure checks
• Emergency contraception
• Help to stop smoking
• Support with long-term conditions

This is part of the NHS Pharmacy First service — helping you get care quickly and locally, while keeping GP appointments free for those who need them most.

👉 Find out more here:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/

📍 If you’re unsure, pop into your local pharmacy and ask — they’re here to help.

Find out what services pharmacies can offer and how they can support you.

04/02/2026

We’re running our Flu Vaccination Survey to help us plan and protect our community next flu season.
Your feedback is quick, easy, and makes a real difference!

🕒 Open until the end of February
👉 https://forms.office.com/e/SLxS0KwmDw

Stay healthy, stay protected - and thank you for helping us care better for you! 💙