Health and care leaders are calling on residents across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin to help stretched A&E and GP surgeries this winter by re-thinking which service they opt for when unwell. The Think Which Service campaign urges local people to ‘Think Self-Care’ and to consider using services such as their local pharmacy, Minor Injury Units...
Did you know that, in addition to your GP, there are other health professionals in general practice who can help you get the right care? General Practice teams are made up of a whole range of professionals, such as nurses, paramedics and clinical pharmacists. But a new survey has found that many people don’t realise...
Every Mind Matters is launching a new campaign that encourages and helps us to ‘find your little big thing’ hero-ing the little things we can do, which can make a big difference to our mental health Making time for your mental wellbeing is important – and embedding these little things as part of your routine...
Stoptober is back, calling on smokers in England to join the 2.5 million others who have made a quit attempt with the campaign since it first launched. Over 5 million adults in England still smoke, and it remains the biggest behavioural cause of preventable illness and death, with 64,000 deaths a year. This year’s Stoptober...
Don’t carry the worry of cancer with you, if something in your body doesn’t feel right,contact your GP practice. We know that many people worry about cancer but sometimes put off getting checked because they hope the symptoms will go away or think they will get bad news. But finding cancer early makes it more...
Heart and circulatory disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, causes a quarter of all deaths in the UK and is the largest cause of premature mortality in deprived areas Heart attack symptoms and signs can vary from person to person The most common symptoms are squeezing across the chest of a feeling of unease. But...
We are using a new online service called NHS Register with a GP surgery that makes it easy to register with this Teldoc Medical Practice. New patients just need to fill in an online form to get started. They do not need proof of address or immigration status, ID or an NHS number. The service...
Wellness Walks Join us for a gentle guided walk in the beauty of nature! There will be opportunities to discuss your career ideas and chat with our team of mental health experts. Oswestry Wednesday 26th July 3pm – 4pm Cae Glas Park Gates – opposite Square One Coffee Shrewsbury Thursday 27th July 3pm -4pm Blue...
Please join us for an open day for anybody affected by cancer, their loved one’s carers and professionals. Please come join us for an opportunity to find out more about local and national services that support those affected by Cancer. Local speakers and demonstrations to be announced. Follow us on our social media to keep...
This week is important. It’s Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2023 (19th – 24th June 2023) We’re supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust because we want you to have all the facts about this potentially life-saving test. Did you know almost one in three women and people with a cervix don’t take up their invite? We want...
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