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The do it yourself mouth cancer check that may save your life. Are you checking your mouth for cancer once a month? Do it regularly and save your life! For more information visit: https://www.mouthcancerfoundation.org/self-examination/

Have you say on learning disability services NHS England is asking people with a learning disability (18+) and their families or carers to share their experiences of care over the past year. the survey is anonymous and helps NHS trusts understand what’s working well and where things could improve.  Patients can complete it with help…

Spring into spring with us. The kettle is on, the daffodils are out – join us for some bloomin’ good times out of doors. Sociable and fun gardening, cheery nature conservation, nature-inspired arty and crafty adventures, and calm meditative activities to help you stay well this spring.

There is currently no cause for concern or outbreak of meningitis in Dorset.  However, the NHS is encouraging everyone to stay aware of the signs and symptoms, and to make sure you and your children are up to date with routine immunisations. Meningitis can be serious, so knowing what to look out for and seeking…

If you are a Parent, Grandparent or a Carer, it can be reassuring to know that free mental wellbeing support is available for young people. Kooth provides a free, safe and anonymous online service for children and young people aged 11 -25, available 7 days a week. Young people can:- *Speak one to one with…

If someone close to you has had a stroke and you’ve suddenly found yourself in a caring role, this may be helpful. PramaLife, a local charity working with NHS colleagues, is offering a free five-week information course for people caring for someone after a stroke. The sessions are practical and supportive, providing clear information, useful…

Children are heading back to school this week………..but is your child well enough to go in? From sore throats and earaches to high temperatures and tummy bugs – it’s not always easy to know what to do. But the NHS website is here to help. Use the link below for some help and advice

SkinVision are exploring how people might use a smartphone app to monitor changes in their skin. The app is designed to help identify early signs of skin cancer and support decisions about when to seek advice from a GP for moles or skin changes. SkinVision are currently gathering feedback from different groups to understand if…

We want to help everyone move more, because movement isn’t just physical, it’s transformational. Movement lifts our moods, builds resilience, strengthens communities, and connects us with others. A Movement for Movement is a new website, helping you find ways to sit a little less and move a little more. Find inspiring stories and resources, alongside…

University Hospitals Dorset has introduced a new wayfinding system at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital to make navigation easier for everyone. This update includes new zone and location identifiers, as well as improved directional signage. The hospital is now divided into three main zones (A, B, and C), in addition to the Emergency Department. New parking…

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions – without you seeing a GP. Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

If you get invited for an HPV injection, please book an appointment with our Practice Nurses

If you get invited for a Cervical Smear – please book an appointment with our Practice Nurses.

It’s back to school this week! But if your child’s feeling under the weather, it can sometimes be tricky to decide whether they should stay at home or not. The NHS website has helpful advice on different conditions to help you ➡️ https://nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school  

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme. This replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, alongside measles, mumps and rubella. You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child is due….

About the programme Mothers in Mind was designed by women with lived experience of perinatal mental health and early motherhood challenges. It equips mums with: Practical tools and strategies to support their mental wellbeing Relaxation techniques and CBT-based approaches to manage difficult thoughts A safe, supportive space to connect with others and reduce isolation To ensure…

If you have received your cervical screening invitation, or missed your last one, book your appointment through your GP practice or local sexual health clinic now. It could save your life. Find out more https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

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Extra appointments are now available for people in Dorset who need urgent or unscheduled dental care. People do not have to be registered with a dentist to access urgent care, and they treat conditions such as broken or badly moved teeth after an accident, severe dental or facial pain that can’t be eased with normal…

It is difficult to get enough Vitamin D in the winter.  It is advisable everyone takes a supplement, but especially if you are pregnant, young or have darker skin.

The Banks & Bearwood Medical Practice are looking for new members for The Patient Participation Group (PPG).   By joining this group, you can share your ideas and feedback to improve NHS services, help influence how we support our patients, be a voice for the community and promote positive change.   WHAT IS A PATIENT…

We are very proud to be working with Marie Curie on this initiative to support those coming towards the end of their lives.   Marie Curie launches initiative to support terminally ill | Bournemouth Echo

If you’re a woman or girl living in Dorset, share your views and experiences of healthcare by taking part in the survey today. Click here to take part: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DorsetWomensHealthSurvey2025. All responses are confidential.

There is a new edition of the Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and Dorset Care Services Directory 2025/26.   https://www.carechoices.co.uk/publication/dorset-care-service-directory/

HPV often has no symptoms, so you may not know if you have it.  That’s why the NHS offers HPV vaccination and cervical screening to help prevent cervical cancer. Find our more by going to: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-cancer/

Your Pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions – without you seeing a GP. Think Pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

Pregnant and need of pain relief? Paracetamol is the safest option for pain or fever in pregnancy – use the lowest dose for the shortest time needed. Always follow NHS guidance and check with your midwife, GP or pharmacist if you are unsure. Avoid Ibuprofen and similar medicines, as these are not usually recommended in…

During the month of September 2025 the surgery did:- 2411 appointments with our patients 63 Cervical Smears for our female patients 2945 prescriptions were issued during the month to our patients However, we have 185 patients who did not bother to attend their appointments or call and cancel their appointments.  This is 46 and a…