Aylesford Medical Centre

We are very proud to be able to support our veterans here at Aylesford Medical Centre and last week we took part in ‘Bake for Heroes’ and raised an amazing £142 for Help for Heroes. A huge well done to Medical Secretary Helena for arranging this and a massive thank you to all the staff who baked such yummy cakes to sell. Of course, this wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity of our wonderful patients and if you would still like to donate, the collection box will remain in reception 😊

Health information week aims to highlight the importance of good quality health information being available to patients. This is because good quality information can improve outcomes for patients. Each day this week will have a different theme. https://kfh.libraryservices.nhs.uk/…/he alth-information-we…/

Are you one of the 25% of people who know what sarcoma is? If not, you can find out more here https://sarcoma.org.uk/sarcoma-types

We all know we should avoid getting sun burnt, but if you do, the NHS has some advice on how best to deal with it. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sunburn/

During spells of hot weather, elderly people are more at risk of ill effects. If you care for, or have contact with an elderly person, you can find out what steps you should take here. https://www.prestige-nursing.co.uk/…/to p-health-tips-for-t…/

Group B Streptococcus is a bacteria that between 25 and 40% of adults carry with no ill effects. In newborn babies however, it can cause serious effects. On average, in the UK, one baby per week will die after being infected by Group B Strep. https://gbss.org.uk/…/2018/01/2017-Join t-RCOG-GBSS-PIL_fina…

As temperatures climb, the NHS has this advice on how to cope in very hot weather. https://www.nhs.uk/…/h…/heatwave-how- to-cope-in-hot-weather/

Do you apply enough suncream? Most people only apply 25% of the amount they need. ☀️

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weath er/heat-health/…

Join the force for good! #BakeForHeroes

We support British Lung Foundation and their annual awareness event! ☁
Feeling short of breath sometimes can be completely normal, but would you know whether you need to seek advice? ☁
Learn more and take the test at https://www.blf.org.uk/loveyourlungs

☁ Air pollution is real and harms the health of millions. But there are lots of simple things we can do to improve air quality and look after our own and other people’s health. ☁ Clean Air Day is happening today! #CleanAirDay

#ChildrensHospiceWeek is the only week in the year dedicated to raising awareness and funds for children’s hospice and palliative care services across the UK, and the seriously ill children and young people they support. 👶 Find out how to get involved: https://bit.ly/2wP20Vu

Cervical screening (a smear test) is the best protection against cervical cancer. It detects cell changes which, if untreated, could go on to develop into cancer. 220,000 women have an abnormal cervical screening result every year, but treatment is highly effective. #SmearTestsSaveLives

Motor neurone disease (MND) describes a group of diseases that affect the nerves (motor neurones) in the brain and spinal cord that tell your muscles what to do. Get involved and help MND Association at https://www.mndassociation.org/get-involv ed/

I'm lost. Please help me find my owner. #LostAndFound

Happy birthday, Dr Philipp! 🎈May your day be filled with laughter and love! 🎂

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