The Crescent Surgery

02/11/2023

⚠️PATIENT NOTICE⚠️

Unfortunately we are having problems with our computer system this morning. This is causing a delay with us answering phone calls. This issue is being dealt with as a priority.

If you need urgent medical attention please contact 111 or attend your local walk in centre.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope to be back up and running ASAP

30/10/2023

We are having problems with our computer system. Unless you really need to contact us for anything urgent. Please could you try again tomorrow. Sorry for any inconvenience caused 🙂

22/10/2023

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The official page for Lancashire County Council. Keep up to date with all the latest news.

22/10/2023

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💁🏼‍♀️Introducing the world’s first app designed to improve early detection for breast cancer—with a twist of lemon.
ℹ️ Click the link below for more details below ⬇️

Named Top 5 Health and Fitness App! Monthly reminders, self-exam guides, screening plans and more to keep you abreast of changes and create confidence in how to identify and report symptoms

22/10/2023

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It's that time of year - many of us are choosing the provision our children will attend next September.

It's daunting!

We have some help for you...

🤓 READ: "How to Choose a Provision" here: https://sunshine-support.org/choosing-a-provision-for-your-child-with-send/

🤓 READ: "Benefits of a Specialist Provision" here: https://sunshine-support.org/choosing-a-provision-the-benefits-of-specialist-education/

🍿 WATCH ON DEMAND: "How to Choose a Provision for your Child with SEND" here: www.sunshine-support.org/academy (along with tens of other courses that are linked to this topic)

💻 WATCH LIVE WEBINAR: "Preparing for Adulthood" where we will discuss post 16 options: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/636479847357

💻 WATCH LIVE WEBINAR: The Ultimate Online Guide to Successfully Applying for an EHCP
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/726153473587

22/10/2023

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Babies' brains grow quicker in the first year than at any other time in their life! Here's how you can stimulate your baby's brain and boost their development.

22/10/2023

If you need extra support with the cost of living, you may be eligible for help with the Household Support Fund.

The funding is available from local councils in England and could help with:
- essential items
- food vouchers
- energy and water bills

Find out more👇

https://helpforhouseholds.campaign.gov.uk/housing-support/

22/10/2023

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"I noticed a hard mass on my left breast. I wasn’t overly concerned. Breast cancer doesn’t run in my family, I'd just had my second baby and I was young. Luckily I do check my breasts after a close friend was diagnosed with breast cancer a few years back. I went to the GP and although she said it was a blocked milk duct she referred me anyway. And fortunately she did - as after my 2 week wait for an urgent breast appointment - they found I had inflamed lymph nodes and a mass suspicious of breast cancer." - Kate

Your breasts can change for many reasons – like the menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding, puberty or even during your period. So if you check them regularly, you’ll be able to spot any new or unusual changes that should be checked out by a GP.

Anyone can get breast cancer. Get to know your normal by checking your breasts.

Touch your breasts, look for changes, check anything new or unusual with a GP.

There’s no right way to check. Just make sure you do it regularly.

For more information visit https://breastcancernow.org/information-support/touch-look-check?utm_source=facebooko&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=research&utm_content=151023KateTouchLookCheck

22/10/2023

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There are only 70 days left of 2023!

Did you want to become a Dementia Friend this year and time just got away from you? ⏰

You still have time to sign up: https://www.dementiafriends.org.uk/WEBArticle?page=become-dementia-friend

22/10/2023

📢 It couldn't be a better time to become a Borrow It Blackpool member, our inventory is constantly expanding and you will be able to sign up to our upcoming DIY, Decorating, Sewing and cooking workshops!

👉 You can become a member here for just £10 for one year! - https://www.borrowitblackpool.co.uk/product/membership/

22/10/2023

Great advice from YoungMinds 💛

22/10/2023

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The early symptoms of a heart attack don’t always feel severe.

A squeezing across the chest. A feeling of unease.

It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms.

https://orlo.uk/4z4oK

22/10/2023

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Using the internet can be daunting, but this we're here to help you make sense of it.💻

From keeping in touch with family to online grocery shopping, our tips can help you make the most of the internet and stay safe while doing so: https://bit.ly/48SBMiP

22/10/2023

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🏊 Active Blackpool are offering FREE swimming sessions for under 16s throughout half term.

See times and locations 👇

📍 Palatine Leisure Centre, St Annes Rd, FY4 2AP
📅 Mon 23-Fri 27 Oct, 1pm to 2.30pm

📍 Moor Park Health & Leisure Centre, Bristol Ave, FY2 0JG
📅 Mon 23 Oct, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Tues 24-Fri 27 Oct, 1pm to 2.30pm

Each swimmer must have their own valid Blackpool Leisure Card. The Leisure Card is free and you can sign up here ⇢ bit.ly/BPLLeisureCard

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult in the pool. Times and dates are subject to change.

Live swimming timetables are available on the Active Blackpool App 📱 ⇢ bit.ly/ActiveBPLApp

See our full list of FREE half term events and activities ⇢ www.blackpool.gov.uk/HalfTerm

22/10/2023

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𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟-𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦!

Join us next Thursday and Friday for special half-term events. Make your very own Police lamp, take part in our Halloween quiz and explore the museum to learn more about the history of policing in Lancashire.

📅 26th & 27th October
⌚ 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 4pm
💰 Admission is free and there is no booking required

22/10/2023

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If you're heading to university this autumn for the 1st time or returning, make sure you’re up to date with all free routine NHS vaccinations, like the vaccine. Check on the NHS App & book in with your GP to catch any missed vaccines.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/men-acwy-vaccine/

22/10/2023

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Sometimes a person with dementia may become intensely distressed and agitated in the later afternoon or towards the end of the day. This is known as ‘sundowning.’

The symptoms may continue into the night, making it hard for them to get enough sleep, but they aren’t necessarily linked to the sun setting, or limited to the end of the day.

Sundowning can happen at any stage of dementia but is more common during the middle and later stages.

We don’t understand well why it happens, but it’s possible there are a range of causes which might include:

- tiredness, hunger, pain or other unmet physical needs

- not enough exposure to sunlight during the day

- overstimulation during the day, such as from a noisy or busy environment

- disturbance to the person’s ‘body clock’ caused by damage to the brain

- disturbed levels of hormones that vary over the course of the day

- sensory impairment, such as hearing or sight loss

- tiredness in other people causing the person with dementia to become upset

- mood disorders, such as anxiety or depression

- fewer carers around to look after the person (in a care home)

- side effects of prescribed drugs.

Some of these are related to the time of day, and others may happen at any time. Try to identify which of these problems might be affecting the person, as each problem may need a different treatment.

Sometimes what seems like ‘sundowning’ could be the person trying to communicate a need. This could be needing the toilet, feeling hungry or being in pain.

One tip is to think whether something that’s happened during the day has affected them. If they seem agitated, try to calm them by distracting them, perhaps talking about a favourite memory or event they enjoy thinking about.

If you've supported a person with dementia, you might have experience of sundowning. We'd love to hear your advice.

22/10/2023

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