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11/11/2025

🏵 𝗥𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 🏵

There are over 2 million Armed Forces veterans in the UK. Royal British Legion (RBL) supports them whatever the need, whenever it’s needed.

When something goes wrong, the RBL is there, without judgement, to help rebuild lives and provide members of the Armed Forces community with the support they need to create a better future.

The Royal British Legion is here to help members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families.
If you are serving, or have served in the Armed Forces, then you, your dependants and carers are eligible for help and support from the RBL.

Find out about the support the Royal British Legion can offer to people in the currently serving and ex-service community here on the RBL website.

www.britishlegion.org.uk/

To find out more about the support the RBL could offer you, please see contact details below:

☎️Telephone: 0808 802 8080
Calls are free from UK landlines and main mobile networks

📧Email: info@britishlegion.org.uk

🎖️𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲🎖️
The Veteran Friendly Accreditation scheme by the Royal College of GPs and NHS England helps us to identify, understand and support veterans and, where appropriate, refer them to specialist healthcare services designed especially for them. A veteran is anyone who has served a day or more in the UK Armed Forces and can be of any age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity and nationality.

We want to make sure that our military veterans are offered the support and assistance they may need, now or in the future, as a result of their service.
To help us please tell us about your service so that we can update your medical record.

www.thelodgesurgery.co.uk/military-veterans

09/11/2025

𝓦𝓮 𝔀𝓲𝓵𝓵 𝓻𝓮𝓶𝓮𝓶𝓫𝓮𝓻

06/11/2025

🎄 𝗖𝗕𝗟𝗖 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗩𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 ⛄

Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) is dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of the people of Chippenham.

We’re pleased to share details of this year’s Christmas Voucher Scheme, which helps Chippenham residents on low incomes by providing supermarket vouchers to ease financial pressures at Christmas and over the winter months.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆
❄Applications open Monday 3rd November

❄The closing date is Friday 14th November or until funds are used up (whichever comes first)

❄Applicants start with a short eligibility quiz, followed by a simple application form if eligible

❄Proof of residency and benefits or low income (document, screenshot, or photo) is required

❄Voucher amounts range from £75-£175, depending on circumstances, and will be delivered by email and/or text

𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴?
Online applications aren't always easy. If you need support, CBLC offer regular drop-in support sessions to provide help to complete any of our grants and during the Christmas application window they have some additional days and times.

Find out more on the website:

admin@cblc.org.uk

or call

01249 65818

03/11/2025

〰️ 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 〰️
Men's Health Awareness Month

'𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘸 𝘢 𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦. 𝘙𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘴. 𝘚𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴.'

Join the global movement tackling mental health, suicide, prostate and testicular cancer. Grow a Mo or choose how you'll get involved. Sign up: have fun, raise funds and help men live longer and healtheir lives.

https://uk.movember.com/register

〰 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝟭 𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗱𝗮𝘆.

To speak with someone immediately, contact NHS 111 on 111 or contact Samaritans on 116 123.
If you're ever worried that someone's life is in immediate danger, call 999 or go directly to emergency services.

〰 𝟭 𝗶𝗻 𝟴 𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗞 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲.

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the UK. Globally, more than 1.4 million men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year. Movember unites researchers and experts across the world to chase down breakthroughs in prostate cancer, from early detection through to diagnosis, treatment and support.

〰 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴. 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗞 𝗺𝗲𝗻.

At greater than 95%, the odds of survival for men with testicular cancer are better than good – but for some men, long-term treatment-related side effects, mean quality of life is severely compromised. Movember focuses on getting these predominantly young men back to living full and healthy lives.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽 🧔‍♂️
Kick off your Movember journey with our official app. Redesigned so you get more from the month formerly known as November. More social interactions to support your fundraising efforts.

https://uk.movember.com/get-the-movember-app

31/10/2025

We are having some work carried out and may briefly lose internet connection between 1pm and 2pm. If you are unable to get through to the surgery via phone, please do not worry and try again after a few minutes.

30/10/2025

𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗹🫀

Cholesterol is a blood fat which plays a vital role in how all of our cells work. It's also needed for digestion, to make Vitamin D, and to make hormones which keep your bones strong. Almost half of UK adults have raised cholesterol, which can lead to heart disease.

Too much cholesterol in the blood can lead to diseases of the heart and blood vessels. High cholesterol can be caused by lifestyle but can also be inherited, and most people don’t know they have it.

Anyone can have high cholesterol, even if you’re young, slim and otherwise healthy. You can’t feel it, so the only way to find out your cholesterol level is to get a cholesterol test.

A cholesterol check involves a simple blood test. Your healthcare professional should also check another blood fat called triglycerides, as these also affect your heart health.

Confused about Cholesterol?
This video helps to explain all about cholesterol and triglycerides, how to understand your test results and the steps you can take to help manage your levels.

www.heartuk.org.uk/cholesterol/overview

27/10/2025

𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵
October 2025

https://breastcancernow.org/

Breast cancer can cause a number of signs and symptoms. See your GP if you notice a change to your breast that’s new or unusual for you.

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
🩷A lump or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit.
🩷A change to the skin, such as puckering or dimpling.
🩷A change in the colour of the breast – the breast may look darker, red or inflamed.
🩷A nipple change, for example it has become pulled in (inverted).
🩷Rash or crusting around the nipple.
🩷Unusual liquid (discharge) from either nipple.
🩷Changes in size or shape of the breast.
🩷On its own, pain in your breasts is not usually a sign of breast cancer. But look out for pain in your breast or armpit that’s there all or almost all the time.

Although rare, men can get breast cancer. The most common symptom of breast cancer in men is a lump in the chest area.

𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗣 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲
Most breast changes, including breast lumps, are not cancer. But the sooner breast cancer is found, the more successful treatment is likely to be.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗜 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗺𝘆 𝗚𝗣?
Your appointment may be over the phone or in person. If your appointment is in person, your GP will examine your breasts.

After speaking to you on the phone, or examining your breasts, your GP may:
🩷Decide there’s no need for further investigation
🩷Ask to see you again after a short time
🩷Refer you to a breast clinic
🩷Being referred to a breast clinic doesn’t mean you have breast cancer, just that further assessment is needed to find out what is going on.

If your GP is male and you don’t feel comfortable going to see him, ask if there’s a female doctor or practice nurse available.

You can also ask for a female nurse or member of staff to be present during your examination. Or you can take a friend or relative with you, but check first if you are able to do this.

If you're worried about breast health or breast cancer you can speak to a breast care nurse for free.

0808 800 6000
Monday to Friday - 9am to 4pm
Saturday - 9am to 1pm

It can be difficult to talk to someone in person about breast cancer concerns. Explore other ways you can ask a question.
https://breastcancernow.org/support-for-you/ask-our-nurses

🩷 At The Lodge Surgery we will be showing our support this week by wearing pink! 🩷

24/10/2025

🎗💗𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗜𝘁 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸!💗🎗
From Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October, our practice staff will be taking part in Wear It Pink for Breast Cancer Now - so expect to see lots of pink when you visit the surgery! If you would like to take part, please follow the below link to Breast Cancer Now donation page. We will also be taking donations in reception. https://securepay.breastcancernow.org/?campaign=WearItPink

23/10/2025

🎃Not everyone enjoys Hallowe'en and for some people it can be alarming to have knocks on the door when it is dark. If you would rather not take part please feel free to print our poster to display outside your house🎃

20/10/2025

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 & 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
Free Workshop for Unpaid Carers

Talking about end of life isn’t easy, but having the right support can make all the difference.

If you’re caring for someone approaching the end of their life, you don’t have to face it alone. Join this free, supportive workshop led by experienced facilitator Diane Barkham, designed especially for unpaid Carers.

📅 Monday 3rd November
🕑 2:00 – 4:00pm
📍 Age UK Wiltshire Offices, Unit 9-10 Prince Maurice Court, Hambleton Avenue, Devizes, SN10 2RT

What will be covered?
✔ End of life planning (at home, in hospital, or full-time care)
✔ Legal aspects
✔ Funeral arrangements
✔ Bereavement support

This will be a safe and understanding space where you can gain practical guidance, share experiences, and feel reassured as you support your loved one.

To book your free place, please call 01380 710300 (Option 2)

16/10/2025

💉𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠!💉
We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Healthcare Support Worker/Assistant (HCSW/HCA) to join our friendly nursing team. Please see our vacancies page for more information and a full job description. Closing date is 31st October.
https://www.thelodgesurgery.co.uk/practice-information/vacancies/

Address

Lodge Road
Chippenham
SN153SY

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+441249479809

Website

http://www.thelodgesurgery.co.uk/

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