The Rycote Practice

30/01/2026

Parent Mental Health Day (PMHD), founded by stem4 in 2022, is held each year on 30th January. The day was created to raise awareness of the vital link between parents’ and carers’ mental health and the wellbeing of the whole family.

For more information & resources please visit: https://stem4.org.uk/pmhd/

27/01/2026

Too busy or unable to join an exercise class?

Have you considered exercise snacking from home? Just 10-15 minutes here and there can have a positive impact of your mental and physical wellbeing. Here are some suggestions on how to get moving.

In this video we show you some step-by-step exercises you can do at home to help you feel stronger.

26/01/2026

Save the date for the first free Community lunch at Thame Barns Centre of the year. Take the opportunity to meet new people and enjoy a warm and welcoming space

21/01/2026

National Hug Day - 21st January 2026

National Hug Day, also known as National Hugging Day, is a heartwarming holiday that encourages people to express their affection and care for one another through the simple act of giving hugs. Hugs are a universal form of physical affection that can convey love, comfort, and support. This day reminds us of the positive impact of a warm embrace and the importance of human connection.

20/01/2026

19/01/2026

https://www.getoxfordshireactive.org/

19/01/2026

Happy New Year from The Patient Support Team at The Rycote Practice!

The Patient Support Team work with GP's to address people's needs in a holistic way, aiming to connect people with non-medical community resources to address practical, social, and emotional needs affecting their health.

If you feel you would benefit from a referral, please contact the Reception Team, your GP or your Practice Nurse.

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Happy New Year from The Patient Support Team at The Rycote Practice! The Patient Support Team work with GP’s to address people’s needs in a holistic way, aiming to connect people with non-medical…

19/01/2026

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19/01/2026

Blue Monday - 19th January 2026

Often dubbed “the most depressing day of the year,” Blue Monday falls on the third Monday of January and has become an annual opportunity to explore how we really feel—and why. First coined as part of a travel company marketing campaign, the term has taken on a life of its own, symbolising the post-holiday slump, winter weather, tight finances, and broken New Year’s resolutions that can all weigh heavily this time of year.

But while Blue Monday is rooted in pseudoscience, it has evolved into something more meaningful: a moment to open up conversations around mental health, self-care, and how we can better support ourselves and others during difficult times.

Charities, workplaces, schools, and mental health organisations have embraced the day as a springboard for compassion, community, and small acts of kindness. It’s a reminder that everyone struggles sometimes—and that talking, connecting, and supporting one another can brighten even the bleakest winter day.

19/01/2026

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week : 19-25 January 2026

We know that cervical screening isn’t always easy, but there are some things you can do to help make yourself more comfortable. Cervical screenings are estimated to save 5000 lives a year in the UK, so we’re here to remind you that you always have the power to ask for what you want. Whether it’s playing music, bringing a friend, or changing position. After all, when cervical screening saves lives, do whatever gets you going.