Farnham Medical Centre

Sepsis is a dangerous infection which needs early treatment. It is important that everyone can spot the signs early and seek medical help. The Sepsis trust has some useful information for patients and medical professionals. Please read and share with your friends and family.

1 in 3 people suffer with a mental health problem at some time in their life. If you think that you or someone you know may be suffering make sure you speak up and get some help.
https://www.nhs.uk/…/stress-an…/signs -someone-is-depressed/…

The temperatures are rising again this weekend. It's important to be aware that vulnerable people, such as older people and young children, are at increased risk of health issues when the temperature is high.

It's the start of Cervical Cancer Awareness Week, the message is simple smear tests save lives! Regular cervical screening appointments can prevent up to 75% of instances of cervical cancer, saving 5000 lives per year. You can share or raise awareness using the hashtag #SmearTestsSaveLives and find out more at joestrust.org.uk
All women aged over 25 are invited to attend cervical screening. To book in for your test give our reception a call.

Some great help for young people and parents! who are sufferring with mental health issues.

We had a great day yesterday raising money for the Chloe & Liam Together Forever Trust. With our wonderful team and patients, we managed to raise a staggering £714, with a few bits left to come in. We had a raffle, cake sale, tombola and flower draw. Thanks to local GP practices, Dr Dowsett and overs, Talbot Medical Centre, Trinity, and St Georges and Riverside who also joined in. There were mixed emotions throughout the day, but we managed to laugh and have some fun! Thanks again to local businesses for thier support with some great raffle prizes. Sending our love and thoughts to the families of Chloe and Liam, who were on our mind throughout the day.

We are having a pink and blue fundraising day tomorrow in the practice with the proceeds going to the Chloe & Liam Together Forever Trust. Please feel free to drop in, take part in the tombola, flower draw or buy some raffle prizes. Raffle to be drawn on Friday.
We have had some fabulous raffle prizes donated by local businesses and would like to thank: Bellini Seaburn, Dunes Adventure Island, Gordons Butchers, Spruced health and beauty Boldon; Sainsbury's, @salon forty @TheParlour Hair Salon, South Shields, Rug Zone, Kings Prosecco lounge South Shields; Hedge the Gardener, Breeze East Boldon; No4, Blossoms and Bows, Boldon @squeakycleanvaleting, sun studio; Lidl UK; Aldi

Tired of calling up for your repeat prescription?
Next time you call or attend the practice ask about repeat dispensing. We can arrange for your regular prescription to be sent automatically to a pharmacy of your choice without you needing to call the practice to request saving you time and effort.

Did you know that you can book appointments online?
To register for 'Emis Access' you will need to come to the surgery and bring photo ID. You will be given your access details so you can then book appointments and change phone number or address online. For more information please ask our reception.

It's Maternity Mental Health Matters week. Postnatal Depression affects around 1 in 10 new mothers.With support, most women make a full recovery.

Each time you give blood you could save or improve up to three lives. Make your next date to donate.

Did you know that you can see your local community pharmacist to help diagnose and treat a wide range minor illnesses?
Pharmacists are experts in the use of medicines and are qualified to diagnose and treat minor illnesses. They can help manage many problems including colds and flu, allergies, ear ache, stomach problems and common skin problems.
You do not need to make an appointment so you may be seen much quicker than waiting to see a GP plus this helps free up more appoin...tments at the surgery.
Remember... Think pharmacy first
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If you call up the surgery to request an urgent on the day appointment you’ll probably be asked what the problem is? Here’s why...

If your little ones aren't feeling too good this Easter break then help is at hand through the NHS Child Health app

We would like to wish our Nurse Practitioner Lynne and very happy retirement! Lynne has been a valuable member of the practice team for 7 years and will be a great miss

South Tyneside hospital are appealing to visitors to please stay away if you've been feeling unwell to help prevent the spread of Norovirus

This week its World Autism Awareness Week
Autism is much more common than many people think. There are around 700,000 people on the autism spectrum in the UK – that's more than 1 in 100.
If you want to get involved or find out more about autism then check out the link below.