Peel Medical Practice

08/10/2025

🧘‍♀️💪 Looking after your back has never been more important - whether you're working from home, on your feet all day, or just trying to stay strong and mobile 🪑🫶

This gentle, low-impact back care class from InstructorLive focuses on improving strength and flexibility in the muscles that support your spine 🌀🦴 It’s ideal for those managing back pain or wanting to prevent it altogether 💥

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06/10/2025

🫀💥 October is National Cholesterol Month – the perfect time to take charge of your heart health! ❤️✨

High cholesterol often has no symptoms, but it can lead to serious health issues like heart attacks and strokes 😟💔. The good news? You can take action today.

Here’s how to get started:
🥗 Eat heart-healthy foods (cut down on saturated fats!)
🚶‍♂️ Stay active with regular movement
🧪 Know your cholesterol numbers and get checked
🧠 Understand your risks and take control

📚 Learn more with trusted resources:
👉 https://www.heartuk.org.uk
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-cholesterol/
👉 https://patient.info/heart-health/high-cholesterol
🍽️ Tips for eating out with high cholesterol:
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/eating-out-with-high-cholesterol

Every small step counts when it comes to protecting your heart 👣💚

If you have high cholesterol, going out for a restaurant meal can feel like a minefield. Luckily there is so much choice now available.

03/10/2025

🍹❌ Feeling like it’s time for a reset? Sober October is your chance to take a break from alcohol, boost your health 💪, sleep better 😴, save money 💷, AND raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support 🎗️💚

Whether you're doing it for your body, your mind, or someone you love - it’s the perfect excuse to say no thanks to that drink and yes to a better you 🌟🧠

⚠️ Be careful of slipping into drinking more than usual - especially once October ends.
If you have a long-term condition, alcohol can interfere with your medication 💊 and make symptoms worse.

Try to build healthy habits that last:
✅ Make alcohol-free days a regular thing
✅ Know your limits
✅ Reach out for support if you're struggling

🛑 Sign up and go booze-free this October 👉 https://www.gosober.org.uk 🍺

01/10/2025

This October, take the first step towards a healthier you with !

Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health. With the right support, you can succeed. The NHS offers a range of free resources to help you on your journey:

📱 NHS Quit Smoking App: Track your progress, manage cravings, and stay motivated.
📧 Daily Email Support: Receive tips and encouragement straight to your inbox.
📍 Local Stop Smoking Services: Get expert advice and support tailored to your needs.
📝 Personal Quit Plan: Create a plan that works for you.

Speak to your GP if you need assistance or have questions, we're here to support you every step of the way. Let’s make this October the month you take control of your health. You can do this!

Visit: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

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.

29/09/2025

❤️ How healthy is your heart?
A heart attack can strike without warning — but recognising the symptoms early can save lives ⚠️💔

🚨 Common warning signs include:
• Chest pain or pressure 🫀
• Pain spreading to your arm, neck, jaw or back
• Shortness of breath 😮‍💨
• Cold sweat 😓
• Lightheadedness or nausea 😵‍💫

💡 If you have a family history of heart conditions, you may be at higher risk. It’s time to take action:
🧠 Learn the signs: https://ow.ly/IU3V50X2PRL
🫀 Check how healthy your heart is: https://ow.ly/B1cq50X2PRp
📊 Calculate your heart age: https://ow.ly/Vsin50X2PRK
💉 Understand your blood pressure: https://ow.ly/8CbI50X2PRW

💬 Don’t wait until it’s too late. Knowledge is power — prevention is everything.

This service helps you check your blood pressure by showing your reading on a chart. You'll get a result and advice on what to do next.

25/09/2025

** IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT **
We are moving to Total Triage from Wednesday 22nd October 2025

Total triage in general practice is a system where every patient contact is first reviewed by a clinician to determine the most appropriate next step in their care, rather than automatically booking an appointment.

It involves patients submitting their reason for contact via a digital form or telephone, which is then reviewed by a clinician to match them with the right healthcare professional or service, such as a face-to-face appointment, telephone consultation, self-care advice, or signposting to other services like a pharmacy.

This model aims to improve efficiency, reduce pressure on GP services, and ensure patients receive timely and appropriate care from the most suitable professional.

How Total Triage Works:

1. Patient Contact:
A patient contacts their GP practice with a health concern, request for medication, or administrative query.

2. Information Submission:
The patient provides information about their needs, typically using an online consultation form or, for those who prefer it, by phone.

3. Clinical Triage:
A clinician reviews the submitted information and decides on the most appropriate course of action.

4. Care Pathway:
The patient is then directed to the right resource, which could be:
A telephone consultation with a GP.
An in-person appointment with a GP or another member of the healthcare team (e.g., ANP, nurse, pharmacist).
Signposting to other services, such as Pharmacy First for minor conditions.
Self-care advice.

Benefits of Total Triage:
Efficiency:
Helps practices manage high demand by directing patients to the most appropriate care pathway first.

Right Professional, Right Time:
Ensures patients are seen by the correct healthcare professional for their specific needs at the right time.

Reduced Wait Times:
By taking pressure off phone lines, patients who do need to use the phone can benefit from shorter waits.

Improved Patient Experience:
Provides a clear and efficient pathway for patients to access care.

25/09/2025

Pharmacists do so much more than dispense medicines. They offer expert health advice, help manage long-term conditions, provide vaccinations, and guide you on safe, effective treatments. 💊

This year, let’s celebrate the vital role they play in keeping our communities healthy — often as the first point of care.

Learn how to get the most from your pharmacist:
https://ow.ly/2i8X50X0Va3

Under the new NHS Pharmacy First scheme, you can visit a pharmacist to receive advice and treatment for some simple illnesses, instead of going to you GP.

24/09/2025

💚 Organ Donation Week

One conversation could save a life. Talking to your loved ones about your wishes means they can support your decision when it matters most.

Learn why it’s so important:
https://ow.ly/esFl50WZq5k
https://ow.ly/GSjO50WZq5o

If you needed an organ transplant would you have one? If so please help those in need of a transplant by opting to donate organs and tissue.

22/09/2025

💪🔥 Activate your day with Joe Wicks!

🏃‍♂️💨 Quick, fun workouts to boost your 💥 energy, 😄 mood & 💗 health — wherever you are! Perfect for home, school, or outdoors.

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17/09/2025

The new 10-Year Health Plan – Fit for the Future sets out the vision for England’s healthcare.

📅 Over the next decade, the NHS will focus on:
💙 Better patient care
🧪 Medical innovation
🏡 More community-based services

Find out more here:

Sets out the government’s 10 Year Health Plan for England.

13/09/2025

🩸 Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to infection. Act fast if you notice:

• Slurred speech or confusion
• Extreme shivering or muscle pain
• Passing little or no urine
• Severe breathlessness
• Skin mottled, bluish, or very pale

These symptoms require immediate medical attention.

Learn more:
https://ow.ly/gpXS50WVGrz
https://ow.ly/8Vxb50WVGry

Slurred speech or confusion, extreme shivering or muscle pain, passing no urine (in a day), severe breathlessness or sleepiness, and more.

10/09/2025

🕯 World Su***de Prevention Day – 10 September
Thoughts of self‑harm or su***de can be deeply distressing—and often, people don’t reach out for help. You are not alone and help is available.

This resource offers vital information and guidance:
https://ow.ly/Rz4f50WTO8P

UK Helplines — available to you now:

• Samaritans (24/7, free & confidential): Call 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org
• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably): For anyone in crisis, call 0800 58 58 58 (5 pm–midnight daily)
• National Su***de Prevention Helpline UK: Call 0800 689 5652 (6 pm–midnight daily)
• Papyrus HOPELINEUK (under‑35s or concerned loved ones): 0800 068 4141 (24/7), or text 07786 209 697
• Shout (24/7 text support): Text SHOUT to 85258

You do not need to face these feelings alone—support is available, free, and just a call or text away.