St Martins Gate Surgery

20/01/2024

January 22nd until 27th is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week.

We are holding a week long screening drop-in clinic at St Martins Gate Surgery, Worcester.

If you have never been for a test, have missed your test or are due to be tested then come on down. It only takes about 5 minutes and our staff are on hand if you have any questions or concerns.

www.worcestercity-pcn.co.uk

15/01/2024

An amber Cold-Health Alert is in place for the whole of England this week.

Remember that other people, such as older neighbours, friends, and family members, or those with long term health conditions, may need extra help to stay well this winter.

Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/staywell

12/01/2024

12/01/2024

If something in your body doesn’t feel right, don’t carry the worry of cancer with you.

Tests could put your mind at rest. Until you find out, you can’t rule it out.

Contact your GP practice.

nhs.uk/cancersymptoms

12/01/2024

If you’re finding life difficult after leaving the Armed Forces and struggling with your mental health and wellbeing, Op COURAGE is here to help.

It doesn’t matter how long you served for or when you left. Available across England, visit www.nhs.uk/opcourage for more information.

11/01/2024

If you’ve ever served in the UK Armed Forces, are struggling with your mental health and live in England, Op COURAGE is here to help.

Op COURAGE is a dedicated NHS mental health service developed by veterans, for veterans.

Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/opcourage

10/01/2024

Remember that other people, such as older neighbours, friends, and family members, may need a bit of extra help this winter.

There’s lots you can do to help others ➡️ nhs.uk/staywell

10/01/2024

10/01/2024

Junior doctors strikes continue this weekend, until Tuesday at 7am.

Please remember lots of services are still running as normal, including GPs.

You can also access medical help by calling 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣ or visiting https://111.nhs.uk/.

In a medical emergency call 9️⃣9️⃣9️⃣

09/01/2024

Join at our free & Coffee Mornings in January & February!

Worcester:
📆 10th & 24th Jan / 7th & 21st Feb | ⌚️ 10am – 2pm | 📍 The Tolly Hub (WR4 9QW)

Redditch:
📆 17th Jan / 14th Feb | ⌚️ 11am - 2pm | 📍 The REDI Centre (B98 7DQ)

We will also be joined by SignHealth Charity, the local Police and the British Deaf Association!

For more info please email the team via adhubs@actiondeafness.org.uk or message us via Facebook.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

09/01/2024

You can get cheaper HRT through the HRT Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC). This could save you money if you pay for more than two HRT prescriptions within 12 months.

But before you apply, check that your medicines are covered by the HRT PPC: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/help-nhs-prescription-costs/nhs-hormone-replacement-therapy-prescription-prepayment-certificate-hrt-ppc/medicines-covered-hrt-ppc"

09/01/2024

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.

08/01/2024

Want a New Year's resolution? Why not give blood in 2024?

To find out more about the process, who can donate and who you can help by donating, head to ➡https://www.blood.co.uk/

05/01/2024

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.

Call, go online or use the NHS App

➡️ nhs.uk/111

05/01/2024

Today, some services will be affected due to strike action.

You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed, please continue to come forward for the care you need.

04/01/2024

Stop smoking and good things happen. You'll have more money for other things.

Make 2024 the year you quit.

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