South Coast Medical Group

01/12/2025

Action for Happiness create monthly calendars packed with daily ideas for happier living.

Here's December's: https://zurl.co/ua8fx

Daily actions to help you be kind and help others.

28/11/2025

Checking your blood pressure could save your life! Lots of people are unaware that they have high blood pressure, & if untreated, it increases your risk of serious problems like heart attacks & strokes. Check your blood pressure today.

https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/conditions/pressure/

28/11/2025

“Catch a bargain not a bug” with NHS jabs available on the high street this Black Friday 🛍️

Many community pharmacies are offering walk-in or pre-booked appointments, making it easier for people to get protected while they are out shopping over the Black Friday weekend.

For more information on winter vaccinations and local walk-in clinics, visit https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/update/catch-a-bargain-not-a-bug-with-nhs-jabs-available-on-the-high-street-this-black-friday/

24/11/2025

24/11/2025

COVID and flu walk-in clinic – no appointment needed! 👇

Swing by Kinson Community Centre and get your vaccinations this winter. Quick, free, and open to all eligible.

📅 Monday 24th November 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Kinson Community Centre, Millhams Road, Bournemouth, BH10 7LH

https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/vaccinations/walkin/

19/11/2025

A new lung health app for people living with asthma and COPD has been launched for those in 🫁

The MyLungHealth@Home app launches as a pilot this week at South Coast Medical Group, Bournemouth and aims to help people manage their asthma or COPD on the go and from home.

Patients simply download the app on their phone or tablet to track symptoms and peak flow, access education and advice, and find local support, such as services to help you stop smoking.

The MyLungHealth@Home app is easy to use and is being gradually rolled out across Dorset.

More info in the comments.

17/11/2025

Digital health apps designed to support adults when feeling stressed, low, or anxious are available on the Digital Health App Library.

Find the toolkit and more information ➡️ https://ourdorset.orchahealth.com/en-GB

17/11/2025

If you are pregnant, you can get the flu vaccine.

Pregnancy alters how the body handles infections such as flu and all pregnant women should have a flu vaccine to protect themselves and their babies.

You can get your flu vaccine from your GP surgery, a pharmacy that offers flu vaccination (if you're aged 18 or over) or some people may be able to get vaccinated through their maternity service.

For more information, visit: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/flu-jab/

13/11/2025

13/11/2025

Get your COVID and flu jabs - no appointment needed ⬇️

We’ll be at The Gateway Church offering free walk-in vaccinations to help you stay protected this winter. Quick, easy, and open to all eligible adults. 💪

📅 Thursday 13 November 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 11:40 AM
📍 The Gateway Church, 502 Ashley Road, Poole, BH12 3BL

https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/vaccinations/walkin/

11/11/2025

Checked your blood pressure lately? The only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have your pressure checked. Your local pharmacy can check your blood pressure or you can check yourself at home.

http://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/pressure/

06/11/2025

It’s national week! Community pharmacists are highly qualified health care professionals, who can provide clinical advice and prompt treatment.

Find a pharmacy near you: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy