Nhs Sheffield Clinical Commissioning Group

We are working with Macmillan and Sheffield Hallam University to deliver a project assessing end of life care (EOLC) in Sheffield. If you have experience of EOLC in Sheffield, via a relative or loved one, please fill in our short survey - more info here: http://ht.ly/fDvq30mOAjI

New Vision Panel Secretary Dr Cathy Armstrong shares her professional advice on getting your eyesight checked for driving, and the extra challenges of driving in winter. http://ht.ly/mLyv30mIrn3

A new cafe for people with dementia in #Sheffield is looking for #volunteers - from being a friendly face, to serving refreshments and snacks, you can make a big difference.
The cafe will be held every other Thursday, from 1:30-4:30pm.
Interested? Please email kathmhorner@gmail.com

'Walking for Purpose' is a free walking group in #Sheffield for anyone who is looking to get healthier and also boost their job prospects- every walk is followed by a quick employability session.
Know someone who could join? 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ Visit http://ht.ly/jLyo30mCmFe

Did you know you can check for STIs at home? Last year we sent out 3022 website kits for people to do at home.
For more information, visit >> http://www.sexualhealthservices.nhs.uk

We hope everyone has enjoyed Self Care Week 2018 - here are some of our dedicated staff that went for a run on Thursday!

Our Commissioning Officer for Mental Health, Dave Luck, has written a blog for the Sheffield Mental Health Guide.
It's all about the upcoming 'Improving Physical Health' event on the 4 December - read more about it here >> http://ht.ly/fX3330mClVA

Looking after your mental health and wellbeing is just as important as looking after your physical health. Making a few small changes can help improve your wellbeing #selfcareweek2018

Have you been asked to fill out the National Cancer Patient Experience survey? If you've received a questionnaire in the post, please fill it in - you could make a difference to those who are affected by cancer in the future.
More info >> http://www.ncpes.co.uk/NHSfeedback

In Sheffield we have been working hard to reduce the number of antibiotic courses prescribed unnecessarily and have reduced the number by 9% over the past four years. Click the link to find out why this is important #keepantibitoicsworking http://ht.ly/hW8j30mCbhh

Antibiotics don’t work for common cold or flu viruses – there are over the counter treatments that will be more effective, speak to your pharmacist #selfcareweek2018 #keepantibioticsworking

Your local pharmacist can help and advise on a range of common illnesses and conditions #selfcareweek2018

You can help care for yourself and your family at home by having a well stocked medicine cabinet #selfcareweek2018

Over the last year the NHS spent over £32million on common self care conditions #selfcareweek2018