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10/09/2025

*Trigger warning*

World Su***de Prevention Day, 10th September

Aimed at individuals:

Whether it’s World Su***de Prevention Day or any normal day of the week, it’s important to remember you’re never alone.
Samaritans https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/
Call Mind’s support line on 0300 102 1234
Call ‘Feelings of suicide’ helpline on 0808 115 1505
***dePreventionDay

Aimed at supporters:

If you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care.

This year’s campaign was co-created with people who have lived experience. Their feedback has shown the importance of interrupting their suicidal thoughts and how it can save a life. https://www.samaritans.org/support-...world-suicide-prevention-day-funders-toolkit/

Samaritans is a charity registered in England and Wales (219432) and in Scotland (SC040604) and incorporated in England and Wales as a company limited by guarantee (757372). Samaritans Ireland is a charity registered in the Republic of Ireland (20033668) and incorporated in the Republic of Ireland a...

08/09/2025

05/09/2025

03/09/2025

Blood Cancer Awareness Month, 1st - 30th September

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Every three minutes, someone is diagnosed with a form of blood cancer, which does not gain the same recognition as other cancers. This month, we stand together to raise awareness, support those who are affected, and push for more research, better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.

https://bloodcancer.org.uk/about-us/our-campaigns/blood-cancer-awareness-month/ #:~:text=Blood Cancer Awareness Month is,comes together to raise awareness
Being aware of the symptoms of blood cancer can save lives.
Some of the most common symptoms may include:
Unexplained weight loss
Unusual bruising or bleeding
Shortness of breath
Night sweats
Persistent fatigue
If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these symptoms, don’t ignore them. Speak to your GP; it’s always better to check.

https://bloodcancer.org.uk/understanding-blood-cancer/blood-cancer-signs-symptoms

Learn about the signs and symptoms of blood cancer, including unexplained weight loss, bruising or bleeding, lumps or swellings, shortness of breath, drenching night sweats, infections, and fever.

03/09/2025

Catch-up vaccinations

Measles, mumps and rubella are highly infectious illnesses, with potentially life-changing complications, that can easily spread between unvaccinated people. Children need two doses of the safe and effective MMR vaccine, and if they’ve missed a dose, now is the ideal time to catch up.

01/09/2025

Back to school

After a long summer, it can be difficult to settle back into the routine of early wake-ups and getting back to school. There are a few tips you can follow to help make it a little easier.
Establish a sleep routine before school starts
Always eat a good breakfast
Try to get some exercise
Prepare uniforms, bags and books the night before
Discuss any emotions
The first day is always the hardest but after a few days, they will soon find their feet. Find more helpful advice here:

14/08/2025

We will be closed today, Thursday 14th August 2025 from 12.30PM - 6.30PM (phones closed from 12.30pm) for staff training, which is a requirement of NHS England. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
If you require care you can seek advice from your local pharmacy, call 111 or attend the Urgent Treatment Centre at Gravesend Community Hospital, Bath Street, Gravesend DA11 ODG.
IN AN EMERGENCY please dial 999

13/08/2025

NHS App

Not sure where to start with using the NHS App? The NHS App can be so useful for you as a patient, for ordering your prescriptions, for checking your messages and even test results. If you’re new to using a smartphone, or finding it difficult to navigate, this leaflet is helpful:

13/08/2025

We will be closed tomorrow, Thursday 14th August 2025 from 12.30PM - 6.30PM (phones closed from 12.30pm) for staff training, which is a requirement of NHS England. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
If you require care you can seek advice from your local pharmacy, call 111 or attend the Urgent Treatment Centre at Gravesend Community Hospital, Bath Street, Gravesend DA11 ODG.
IN AN EMERGENCY please dial 999