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On the evening of Wednesday, 20 November we held a special public-facing webinar - the latest in our 'Looking after yourself' series. This latest session was on the topic of Women's Health and our expert panel explored period problems, pelvic health, pregnancy and contraception. Click on the below video to watch a recording of the session. If you can't see the video box you c ...

More than 5,000 people in England, 51 from our local area, have been diagnosed with lung cancer earlier thanks to an NHS initiative, which uses mobile scanning trucks to visit local communities. Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer in the UK, leading to around 35,000 deaths each year. An estimated 72% of cases are caused by smoking. The NHS Lung H ...

Self Care Week takes place this year from 18-24 November. It is the annual, UK-wide awareness week run by the Self Care Forum, a charity aiming to further the reach of self-care in the population, making it everyone’s everyday habit and culture, to think and practice self-care. The theme for this year is mind and body.   Taking care of yourself or self-care has many benefits f ...

This weekend we’re set to see temperatures across the UK moving more toward those colder November averages. For those living with respiratory conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or ongoing heart issues, colder weather brings more than just a seasonal chill; it can increase health risks and challenges. Cold weather can put a strain on your body ...

On Tuesday, 26 November, the pilot Aldershot Urgent Care Centre service will be coming to an end after nearly a year. NHS Frimley, North Hampshire Urgent Care and Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust are working together to continue to provide urgent care service for the people of North East Hampshire, Surrey Heath and Farnham. From Wednesday, 27 November, if you have a health ...

People with long-term health conditions, including liver disease, diabetes, and kidney disease, are being strongly encouraged to take advantage of the free COVID-19 and flu vaccinations available this winter. As colder weather approaches, we tend to spend more time indoors, where respiratory viruses can spread more easily. If you are eligible for the vaccines, you do not need ...

A stroke strikes every five minutes. Every year in the UK, there are around 100,000 strokes, causing 38,000 stroke-related deaths, and it is a leading cause of disability. The NHS has refreshed its awareness campaign for recognising strokes and acting FAST. The refreshed FAST campaign raises public awareness to the more subtle symptoms that could indicate someone is having a s ...

Women are being urged to sign up for an online event to give them a better understanding of a range of health issues. “Looking after yourself: A focus on women’s health” is the second in a series of webinars aimed at supporting people to have greater control over their own health and wellbeing. Subjects being discussed will include pelvic health, periods, contraception, pregn ...

As part of Ask Your Pharmacist Week (4–11 November), the NHS is spotlighting the vital role community pharmacies play in keeping you healthy this winter. Your local pharmacy offers more than just prescriptions - they provide expert care, advice, and a range of services that can support your overall health and wellbeing. Highly trained experts in your community Did you know p ...

Downing Street Group Practice is excited to announce that when they relocate to their new location in Wey Court East early in the new year, their name will be changing to Central Surgery. The name, Downing Street Group Practice has been a 200-year legacy associated with much pride and belonging to the team in the past and present. Despite the practice moving only 300 metres dow ...