The Elms Medical Practice

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National Self-Care Week, 17th to 23rd NovemberDemand for health services has risen significantly in recent years, with l...
17/11/2025

National Self-Care Week, 17th to 23rd November

Demand for health services has risen significantly in recent years, with long-term conditions growing. Preventive health is key to a healthier future for both your mental and physical well-being, and self-care is at the heart of this.

Try these self-care ideas:

• Take a mindful walk
• Try meditation
• Set boundaries – it’s okay to say no
• Speak to someone if you’re struggling
• Do one thing that brings you joy

Self-care looks different for everyone – find what works for you.

🦠💊 Antibiotics are powerful medicines - but they aren’t always the answer. Using them when they’re not needed can cause ...
17/11/2025

🦠💊 Antibiotics are powerful medicines - but they aren’t always the answer. Using them when they’re not needed can cause harm and make future infections harder to treat.

Here’s what you should know:
✔️ They only work against bacterial infections, not viruses like colds or flu.
✔️ Overuse is driving antibiotic‑resistance (“superbugs”) - which means common infections can become untreatable.
✔️ Do these things to help protect their effectiveness:
‑ Only take antibiotics when prescribed by a healthcare professional
‑ Complete the full course exactly as directed
‑ Never save antibiotics for later or share them with others

📚 Learn more here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/antibiotics/antibiotic-antimicrobial-resistance/
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/why-antibiotics-should-not-be-overused

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17/11/2025

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UK Malnutrition Week, 17th to 23rd NovemberUK Malnutrition Week aims to increase understanding of the dangers, risk fact...
16/11/2025

UK Malnutrition Week, 17th to 23rd November

UK Malnutrition Week aims to increase understanding of the dangers, risk factors and signs of malnutrition and dehydration.
Malnutrition is a serious condition that happens when your diet doesn’t contain the right amount of nutrients, affecting millions of people in the UK. There are many factors contributing to this statistic – the rising cost of living, food and energy prices, and social isolation.

Find out how to access help and support. If you’re concerned, please make an appointment with our team.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/malnutrition/treatment/

Trans Awareness Week helps to raise the visibility of transgender and gender non-conforming people, and addresses the is...
16/11/2025

Trans Awareness Week helps to raise the visibility of transgender and gender non-conforming people, and addresses the issues the community faces.

Show you’re an ally with these few tips:
Respecting pronouns – use an individual’s chosen pronouns
Listening to trans voices – hear and validate
Learn – Spend time understanding more, such as s*x assigned at birth, gender identity, and gender expression
Read this guide on being a trans ally. https://lgbt.foundation/help/a-guide-to-being-a-trans-ally/

Anti-Bullying Week, 10th to 14th NovemberThis year, the theme of Anti-Bullying Week is ‘Power for Good’.Every year, bull...
15/11/2025

Anti-Bullying Week, 10th to 14th November

This year, the theme of Anti-Bullying Week is ‘Power for Good’.

Every year, bullying impacts on the lives of so many people, and silence means it carries on. Use your ‘Power for Good’ to speak up and raise awareness when you see bullying, face to face or online.

40% of children were bullied over the last year. Bullying can be in person or online, and includes physical, verbal, emotional and discriminatory behaviour (e.g., racist, homophobic, disability-related). Let’s use our ‘Power for Good’ and stop this harmful behaviour this Anti-Bullying Week.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/types-of-abuse/bullying-and-cyberbullying/

Mouth (oral) cancer can start in any part of the mouth – most commonly, on the side of the tongue or the floor of the mo...
14/11/2025

Mouth (oral) cancer can start in any part of the mouth – most commonly, on the side of the tongue or the floor of the mouth. Early diagnosis saves lives.

Know the warning signs:
Mouth ulcer or sore that doesn’t heal after three weeks
Red or white patches in the mouth
Persistent mouth or tongue pain
Early detection changes lives. If you’re worried, make an appointment.
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/head-and-neck-cancer/mouth-cancer

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might me...
14/11/2025

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might mean a lot.
Here’s what to keep in mind:

• 👪 Family history matters – If a parent, sibling or relative has diabetes, your own risk goes up.
• 🍔 Lifestyle factors count – Being overweight, inactive or having higher waist size can all raise risk.
• 🚩 Symptoms might be subtle – Increased thirst, tiredness or needing to wee more may be signs.
• 📊 Want to know your risk? Try this tool: https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start
• 📖 More reading on what to expect and why this matters: https://patient.info/diabetes/diabetes-mellitus-leaflet

It doesn’t mean diabetes is inevitable - taking action now could make a real difference. 💪

Many people supporting someone with dementia don't consider themselves to be carers. 💭However, registering as a carer wi...
13/11/2025

Many people supporting someone with dementia don't consider themselves to be carers. 💭
However, registering as a carer with your GP will enable them to support you in your caring role. The support offered by your GP practice will vary, but here are some of the things it may include:

🕐 Flexibility when booking doctor’s appointments, like booking back-to-back appointments if both you and the person you care for need to see the GP

💙 Support with your physical and mental health to enable you to carry out your caring responsibilities

🏥 Free annual health checks

🚚 Having prescriptions delivered to your home

https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/looking-after-yourself-as-a-carer/the-importance-of-registering-as-a-carer-with-your-gp/?utm_campaign=advice&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwY2xjawN37wdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEzV2NiQklGYWdDUDJBdzh5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuZIK1-O9r7jaClVJ8C1B_KndOvHaS9ZaYieh7XqRpckDxsLg-IRdeYYNawX_aem_Mq3Erd5R_RK3p9zs70_ngA

Understanding the signs and symptoms of lung cancer can help with an early diagnosis. This useful video helps to explain...
12/11/2025

Understanding the signs and symptoms of lung cancer can help with an early diagnosis. This useful video helps to explain the two types of lung cancer, exploring symptoms, testing, stages and treatment options. https://youtu.be/n6TE-Nkws6Q

Did you know lung cancer can affect anyone, not just smokers? This month is a great opportunity to raise awareness of this devastating disease and to help save lives. If you find that any of the following symptoms are affecting you, and last more than three weeks, make an appointment with your GP:

• Persistent cough
• Coughing up blood
• Chest pain or shortness of breath
• Unexplained weight loss or fatigue
• Repeated chest infections

Early detection saves lives.
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer...lung-cancer/signs-and-symptoms-of-lung-cancer

Feeling the chill this winter? Keeping warm is essential for your well-being and health. Here are a few tips on warming ...
12/11/2025

Feeling the chill this winter? Keeping warm is essential for your well-being and health. Here are a few tips on warming up when it’s cold outside:

Reduce draughts where you can
Layer up – wear lots of layers of thinner clothing
Cover extremities – hats, gloves, thick socks and scarves
Eat healthily with plenty of hot drinks
Avoid alcohol
Keep moving
Keeping the cold at bay can help you to stay healthy over these wintry months.
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/informatio...keep-well-this-winter/stay-healthy-in-winter/

General Practice like the rest of the NHS, faces increased pressure during the winter months.
12/11/2025

General Practice like the rest of the NHS, faces increased pressure during the winter months.

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