Measham Medical Unit

16/10/2025

16/10/2025

Did you know that 1 in 7 women in the UK will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime? This month, we’re encouraging everyone to learn the signs, attend screenings, and support those affected. Together, we can make a difference🩷

Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-cancer-in-women/

15/10/2025

📢 Need to see a dentist urgently? 🦷
Visit NHS111 or phone 111 if you need urgent dental care. You do not need to be registered with an NHS dentist.
For more information 👇
https://leicesterleicestershireandrutland.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/urgent-dental-care/

15/10/2025

Healthwatch want to hear from women and girls across Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland about their health and care experiences.

• The survey takes 10 minutes
• Open to all women and girls (14+)
• Completely anonymous

Your voice will help shape the future of local NHS and care services.

Take part now: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/WomansHealthMatters

Find out more: www.healthwatchll.com/WomansHealthMatters

Please share with your networks so together we can make women’s voices count.

15/10/2025

The BUILD Project will be at the Measham Baptist Friday Breakfast this week.
If you just need a chat, then come to Breakfast Friday between 9am and 10am and speak to Amanda whilst also enjoying a lovely breakfast or just a hot drink

We can support you with:
* Building confidence
* Accessing local services and support groups
* Joining a local group or club
* employment
* and lots more

COME AND SAY HELLO

15/10/2025

October is National Cholesterol Month

High cholesterol often has no symptoms but can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. The good news? Small changes can make a big difference.

✅ Lifestyle tips to lower cholesterol:

Eat a healthy, balanced diet (plenty of fruit, veg, wholegrains, beans, nuts, and oily fish)

Cut back on foods high in saturated fat (like processed meats, butter, cakes, and cheese)

Stay active – aim for at least 150 minutes of exercise per week

Maintain a healthy weight

Quit smoking and keep alcohol intake within recommended limits

💊 Statins: For some people, lifestyle changes aren’t enough. Statin medication can lower cholesterol and significantly reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke. If you’ve been prescribed statins, taking them as directed is an important step in protecting your long-term health.

📌 For more information and advice:

https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/support/reducing-your-high-cholesterol

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-cholesterol/

This October, why not check your cholesterol and take steps towards a healthier heart? ❤️

Find out what cholesterol is, what causes high cholesterol, why it's important to keep your cholesterol levels under control, and how to lower your cholesterol.

15/10/2025

15/10/2025

Thank you to all those that provided feedback to our friends and family questionnaire. This is based on your last face to face visit or telephone conversation with a member of the team at Measham Medical Unit in September 2025.

Out of the 286 responses we received, 258 were graded as Very Good or Good. We will continue to publish this data monthly and 6 monthly. Thank you.

10/10/2025

🎗️World Mental Health Day – 10 October 🎗️

This 10 October, we come together to raise awareness for World Mental Health Day. Good mental health matters to us all – and support is available locally 💚

🌍 Local Support in Measham & Leicestershire

💬 Measham Neighbourhood Mental Health Café
📍 Age UK, 8 High Street, Measham, DE12 7HR
🕒 Every Wednesday 1pm–4pm
No appointment needed – just drop in for a safe, welcoming space to talk, be listened to, and find support.
📞 For details: 0777 690 5898

☎️ 24/7 urgent mental health support
• Call NHS 111 and select option 2 to speak to a trained adviser
• Or text 0748 063 5199 for a call back

🤝 Other local services

• Neighbourhood Mental Health Cafés – across Leicestershire, offering safe drop-in spaces
• VitaMinds (Talking Therapies) – free, confidential support for anxiety, stress, or low mood (Self-referral online https://vitahealthgroup.co.uk/nhs-talking-therapies/nhs-talking-therapy-self-referral/)
• Hub of Hope – Mealth Health Support Directory (https://hubofhope.co.uk/)
• LLR Mind – local mental health charity providing groups and resources (https://www.llrmind.org/)

💡 Remember

• Talking helps
• You’re not alone
• Help is here, right in our community
This World Mental Health Day, take a moment to check in on yourself and those around you 💙

09/10/2025

Tomorrow is World Mental Health Day - and we want you to know: we see you, you matter and we’re here for you if life feels tough.

Call us on 116 123 💚

09/10/2025