Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres

10/11/2025

07/11/2025

It's important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection, but if you or your child missed a vaccine, contact your GP to catch up.

https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/

05/11/2025

Millions of adults across the country could improve their health and wellbeing by making small changes to their lifestyle. The free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz is here to help. Take the quiz to receive your overall score and receive personalised recommendations. Whether you want to eat better, move more, drink less or sleep deeper, the NHS has a plan that’s right for you. Take the quiz now: https://www.nhs.uk/hcquiz

31/10/2025

If you catch flu and you have a certain long term health condition, you are at a much higher risk of being seriously ill or hospitalised.
Give yourself the best protection with the flu vaccine.
Check your eligibility and book now: nhs.uk/book-flu

29/10/2025

We have had another staff car hit by a patient in the staff car park. Please don't park in this area and if you do have an incident please do the right thing and pop in and speak to reception, thank you.

28/10/2025

Perimenopause is one of the three stages of menopause. It’s when menopause symptoms start but your periods haven’t stopped.
For many women, these symptoms can affect daily life – from energy and mood to relationships and work.
They can also start earlier for some, which is why recognising the signs and getting support matters.
Menopause will now be part of routine NHS health checks – offered every 5 years to eligible adults aged 40 to 74 – for the first time. By including tailored questions about menopause, more women will be able to get the support they need to manage their symptoms.
💛 More info on symptoms and treatment options: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/menopause/symptoms/

24/10/2025

***Top tips for half term!***

▶️You can check your symptoms and find the right service with NHS 111 online or by calling 111. Always call 999 for a life-threatening emergency.

▶️Think Pharmacy First - Pharmacists can help with many minor illnesses like colds, sore throats or an upset stomach. They can also offer prescription medication when needed for seven common conditions.

▶️A little help caring for your little ones - Download the Healthier Together app for instant advice on common childhood illnesses. It will guide you on how to look after your child at home when they’re poorly and where to get help when you need it.

21/10/2025

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

15/10/2025

13/10/2025

**Practice Closed for Training Afternoon - 14th October**

We will be closed for part of the day on Tuesday 14th October to allow clinical and non-clinical staff to take part in mandatory training. This training is essential to ensure that staff across North and Mid Hampshire stay up to date with best practice, new guidelines, and the skills needed to provide the best possible care for patients.

During this closure, medical cover will be provided by NHS 111. If you need urgent care on this day, please call 111 and you will be directed to the right service.

For life-threatening emergencies, you should still call 999.

TARGET is a scheme that brings our Primary Care workforce together to learn new skills, hear about new treatments and share good practice and is organised by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB.

We thank you for your understanding and support while our teams take this important time to train.

13/10/2025

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Baby Loss Awareness Week may bring up some difficult emotions for parents and other family members.

You may find it helpful to talk about your feelings, and NHS support is available. Charities like Sands - baby loss charity, Miscarriage Association and Tommy's are also available to help.

There is no right way to grieve. Be kind to yourself and remember you are not alone 🩷💙

For more help and support with grief, visit https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss/

08/10/2025

Reminder about changes to COVID vaccination eligibility this winter ⬇