Maybush Medical Centre

23/03/2026

Are you a Military Veteran?

Did you know that telling your GP you’ve served can change the way you receive care? Whether you served for one day or twenty years, being flagged as a ‘Military Veteran’ in your medical records helps us:

✅ Provide priority treatment for service-related conditions.
✅ Connect you with specialist veteran health services (mental health, prosthetics, etc.).
✅ Ensure your military medical history is correctly transferred to your NHS record.

Next time you visit or call us, just ask the reception team to add the "Military Veteran" code to your medical records

16/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

13/03/2026

🚼New baby? We’ve got you.

Get trusted health advice, feeding support, baby milestones, supporting Dads, events/activities and more!

📲Download the free app and visit the webpage

The Growing Healthy Wakefield 0-19 Children’s Service provides health visiting and school nursing support.

11/03/2026

09/03/2026

DONT FORGET THE Veterans' Sports & Social Club TOMORROW!

The launch event of the Military Veterans Sports and Social Club, which will be held at the Denhale Centre ARC on Tuesday March 10th from 09:30 to 12:00. The club is open to all military veterans from across the region, refreshments will be provided and activities will run throughout the morning

08/03/2026

INTERNATIONAL WOMANS DAY

Today we celebrate girls and women all around the world, the amazing things they do, the challenges they overcome, and the difference they make every day.
This year’s theme is Give To Gain. It means that when we help others, we all grow stronger together. When families, schools and communities support girls and women, everyone gets more chances to learn, achieve and shine. Give To Gain reminds us:

• helping someone isn’t losing something, it’s sharing
• kindness makes the world better for everyone
• when girls and women succeed, we all rise

You can join in by:

• cheering on the girls and women in your life
• standing up for fairness
• being kind and supportive to others
• celebrating everyone’s talents

Want to learn more?

🔗 https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

💜 Together we can make the world fairer, kinder and full of opportunities for everyone.

FREE International Women's Day 2026 theme resources -

06/03/2026

Promoting the Veterans' Sports & Social Club

The launch event of the Military Veterans Sports and Social Club, which will be held at the Denhale Centre ARC on Tuesday March 10th from 09:30 to 12:00. The club is open to all military veterans from across the region, refreshments will be provided and activities will run throughout the morning

05/03/2026

OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS

Knowing the symptoms can help you spot when something isn’t quite right. Ovarian cancer has four main symptoms:

• Persistent stomach pain
• Persistent bloating
• Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly
• Needing to wee more often

These symptoms can also be caused by conditions like IBS, ovarian cysts or PCOS — so having them doesn’t mean you have ovarian cancer. But it’s still important to get them checked. Other symptoms can include:

• Indigestion
• Back pain
• Changes in bowel habits
• Unexplained weight loss
• Post menopausal vaginal bleeding
• Extreme tiredness

If your symptoms are:

• persistent
• severe
• frequent
• unusual for you

📞 Make an appointment with your GP as soon as possible. Keeping a symptom diary can help you explain what’s been happening and support your doctor in making a diagnosis. Find out more:

🔗

We're Ovarian Cancer Action, the UK's leading ovarian cancer research charity. We live and breathe this lifesaving ovarian cancer research. We fund more ovarian cancer research than any other UK gynaecological cancer charity. It’s how we’ve driven some of the biggest breakthroughs of the last 15...

04/03/2026

WORLD OBESITY DAY

Today is about raising awareness, showing compassion, and supporting better health for everyone. Obesity is complex. Biology, mental health, environment, medication, stress and more can all play a part. It’s not about blame or willpower — and no one should face stigma because of their weight. World Obesity Day aims to:

• increase understanding of the causes and impacts of obesity
• promote access to support and evidence based treatment
• encourage kinder, more informed conversations about weight and health

If you’re thinking about making changes to your health, you don’t have to do it alone. Your GP, local weight management services and community support groups can help you find the right approach for you. Small steps matter, and support is available. Let’s work towards a healthier, more compassionate future for everyone.
Find out more:

🔗 https://www.worldobesityday.org/

03/03/2026

PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS

March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a good time to learn the facts, talk about prostate health, and support anyone affected. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. Many men won’t notice symptoms early on, so knowing your risk is key. You may be at higher risk if you:

• Are over 50
• Have a dad or brother who’s had prostate cancer
• Are Black

If this sounds like you or someone you know, it’s worth taking a few minutes to learn more. Find trusted information and support here:

🔵 Prostate Cancer UK: https://prostatecanceruk.org/
🟢 Macmillan Cancer Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness/prostate-cancer-awareness-month

Let’s raise awareness this March and help more men get the information they need. Small steps make a real difference. 💙

02/03/2026

ENDOMETRIOSIS ACTION MONTH

March is all about raising awareness, supporting those affected, and encouraging earlier diagnosis of endometriosis.

1 in 10 women and people assigned female at birth are affected by this common but often overlooked condition. Endometriosis can impact every part of life — from physical health to mental wellbeing, relationships, and careers.

Common symptoms include:
• chronic pelvic pain
• painful periods
• pain during or after s*x
• painful bowel movements
• pain when urinating
• fatigue
• difficulty getting pregnant

If you or someone you know experiences any of these symptoms, keeping a pain and symptom diary can be really helpful when speaking to a GP. Early diagnosis means earlier access to treatment and management options, and can prevent the condition from progressing.

Find out more and access support at:
🔗 https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/

💛 Let’s raise awareness, support each other, and help