Luson Surgery

17/09/2025

🚨IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING PRESCRIPTIONS🚨

Luson Surgery closing 1pm on Friday 26th September, after which point we will no longer have access to your medical records.

*** If you order an electronic prescription this week, you MUST collect it from your nominated pharmacy by 12pm on Friday the 26th September 2025. Otherwise it will not be issued and you will risk not having medication until Wellington Medical Centre can prescribe it the following week.

*** The latest you can order repeat medications will be Friday the 19th September.

16/09/2025

EveryWoman Day, 16th September

EveryWoman Day was created to raise awareness and share experiences about women’s health, so that other women can benefit. Many women’s health problems are poorly understood, and if you your story, it can help other women manage their health.

Find out more here: https://everywomanday.com/

15/09/2025

Sexual Health Week, 15th - 21st September

The internet is shaping how we learn, talk and think about s*x and relationships. This Sexual Health Week, we focus on ‘Chronically Online’.

How do we empower young people to challenge what they see online? We can discover how integrating digital and face-to-face s*xual health services can help to address health inequalities and share the voices of those using their platforms to combat stigma and misinformation online.

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15/09/2025

Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week, 15th - 19th September

This Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week, we’re focusing on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) – a serious autoimmune condition that’s often misunderstood. RA isn’t just “aches and pains”. It’s chronic, it’s painful, and it can affect every part of a person’s life.
Let’s dispel the myths, raise awareness and support the millions living with RA every day.

Since the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) was founded in 2001, one of our key aims has been to increase public understanding and awareness of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) as distinct from other forms of arthritis.

14/09/2025

🚨IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING PRESCRIPTIONS🚨

Luson Surgery closing 1pm on Friday 26th September, after which point we will no longer have access to your medical records.

*** If you order an electronic prescription, you MUST collect it from your nominated pharmacy by 12pm on Friday the 26th September 2025. Otherwise it will not be issued and you will risk not having medication until Wellington Medical Centre can prescribe it the following week.

*** The latest you can order repeat medications will be Friday the 19th September.

11/09/2025

Please have a read of this very important newsletter detailing information you need to know ahead of our scheduled closure on the 26th September 2025.

This newsletter will be sent out in SMS message to patients who have provided us with mobile numbers over the course of the next few working days. We will also have a copy on our website and some print-outs in our waiting room.

We wish our patients a very smooth transfer to Wellington Medical Centre so please ensure you take the time to read these very important communications.

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.

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05/09/2025

Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month, 1st - 30th September

September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. During the month, charities raise awareness of gynaecological cancers, which include ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, uterine cancer, va**nal cancer and vulval cancer.

Ovarian cancer is often overlooked, misunderstood or misdiagnosed, currently with a shockingly low survival rate, and it’s time to turn this around. (Use some of these great assets in your posts: https://ovarian.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/raise-awareness/)

Each year in the UK, over 22,000 women are diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer, and early diagnosis is key to improving outcomes.

If you’ve noticed symptoms that aren’t normal for you, it’s worth getting checked. These symptoms aren’t usually cancer, but it’s important to identify any changes in your own body.

- Unusual va**nal bleeding or discharge, including any bleeding after the menopause
- Persistent bloating, feeling full more quickly or nausea
- A persistent itch, lump or changes to the vulval skin or va**na
- Unexplained lower back, abdominal or pelvic pain

Join our efforts to spread the word about ovarian cancer. Find out how you can raise awareness about ovarian cancer, share important information, and help save lives through social media.

04/09/2025

World Alzheimer’s Month, 1st - 30th September

Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. This September is World Alzheimer’s Month, with World Alzheimer’s Day happening on 21st September to raise dementia awareness and support people affected by the disease.

As we age, it’s normal to experience some changes in our mental abilities. While these changes can be frustrating, they’re usually a natural part of getting older. Dementia, however, is different; it’s a group of symptoms caused by different diseases that damage the brain.
Learn how you can raise awareness here: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/world-alzheimers-month

Every three minutes, someone in the UK is diagnosed with dementia. Early signs can be subtle but often include:
- Memory loss
- Confusion and difficulty with daily tasks
- Trouble with language and understanding
- Changes in mood, behaviour or personality

World Alzheimer's Month takes place every September and World Alzheimer's Day is on 21 September each year. It's a global opportunity to raise dementia awareness and support people affected by the disease.

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

Say Blood Cancer