Derwent Valley Medical Practice

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Plus provide useful health and social support information.

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, co...
14/11/2025

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, coughs, and family cancer history.

A persistent cough might be dismissed as a cold or heart issue — but sometimes, it’s more than that. If it lingers, gets worse, or you have other symptoms, get it checked.

Key point: family history of cancer doesn’t only mean the same cancer you have. When your doctor asks, they mean any cancer your relatives have had. This information can help assess your risk and guide decisions.

📚 Learn more about cancer risk and genetics:
👉 https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/worried-about-cancer/causes-and-risk-factors/family-history-genetics-and-cancer-risk
👉 https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/inherited-cancer-genes-and-increased-cancer-risk/family-history-and-inherited-cancer-genes

Stay alert to changes, know your family history, and speak up for your lung health 💨

💊✨ Skip the wait — see your pharmacist first! ✨💊Did you know your local pharmacy can now help with seven common conditio...
13/11/2025

💊✨ Skip the wait — see your pharmacist first! ✨💊

Did you know your local pharmacy can now help with seven common conditions — and even provide prescription medicines — without you needing to see a GP? 🙌

Pharmacists are highly trained healthcare professionals who can offer quick, expert advice and treatment for things like minor infections, rashes, and more.

So next time you’re feeling under the weather, think Pharmacy First and pop in to see your local pharmacy team — fast, friendly help is just around the corner! 🏥💚

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.Here...
11/11/2025

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.

Here’s what you might experience:
✔️ Physical: headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues, chest‑racing heartbeats
✔️ Mental: trouble concentrating, making decisions, constant worrying
✔️ Behavioural: irritability, sleep too much or too little, eating changes, pulling away from others

When stress becomes long‑term, it can lead to burnout — extreme exhaustion, cynicism, reduced performance.

You don’t have to cope with it alone.

👉 Learn more and find help:
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https://ow.ly/M5TV50XmxkU

Take a pause. Talk it out. You matter. 💚

🥸 November means the start of Movember, its aim is to unit millions of people around the world to grow moustaches, raise...
10/11/2025

🥸 November means the start of Movember, its aim is to unit millions of people around the world to grow moustaches, raise awareness, and fund life-changing projects for men’s health.

On average, men die four to five years earlier than women, and many of these deaths are preventable. Su***de remains the leading cause of death among men aged 15–49, and millions more battle untreated mental health conditions. Movember addresses this crisis head-on by funding initiatives that encourage men to talk, seek help, and take charge of their wellbeing

For more information or to get involved visit: https://uk.movember.com

🇬🇧 Remembrance Sunday 🇬🇧Today, we pause to honour all those who have served—and those who continue to serve—in the Briti...
09/11/2025

🇬🇧 Remembrance Sunday 🇬🇧

Today, we pause to honour all those who have served—and those who continue to serve—in the British Armed Forces. Their courage, selflessness, and unwavering dedication have protected the freedoms we cherish today.

At Derwent Valley Medical Practice, we are deeply proud to be an Accredited Veteran Friendly Practice. This reflects our ongoing commitment to providing the very best care, understanding, and support to our veterans and their families.

If you have ever served in the British Armed Forces and are registered with our practice, please do let us know. By recording your veteran status, we can ensure you have access to the additional services and support you deserve.

Today, and every day, we remember and thank you for your service. 🌺

🎆it’s Bonfire weekend🎇Whether you’re heading out to a local fireworks display or celebrating safely at home, remember to...
08/11/2025

🎆it’s Bonfire weekend🎇

Whether you’re heading out to a local fireworks display or celebrating safely at home, remember to take care and look out for one another.

🔥 Keep a safe distance from fireworks and bonfires
🐾 Protect your pets from loud noises
👶 Supervise children closely
🚑 And if you need medical advice that’s not an emergency, remember NHS 111 is available 24/7

Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy the fireworks! ✨

🎄✨ Christmas Medicine Orders – Plan Ahead! ✨🎄As the festive season approaches, the Medicine Order Line (MOL) is expectin...
08/11/2025

🎄✨ Christmas Medicine Orders – Plan Ahead! ✨🎄

As the festive season approaches, the Medicine Order Line (MOL) is expecting higher demand and call volumes. To make sure you have all your medications in time for Christmas, please order your prescriptions in plenty of time before they’re due, especially if it the week of Christmas 🎄

💊 This helps your GP and pharmacy prepare and ensures you don’t run short over the holidays.
🗓️ Remember – the MOL will be closed on 25th & 26th December and 1st January.

Thank you for helping us keep things running smoothly this Christmas! ❤️

📊 November Insights Are In!Since introducing our new online triage system, we’ve seen a noticeable decrease in DNA (Did ...
04/11/2025

📊 November Insights Are In!

Since introducing our new online triage system, we’ve seen a noticeable decrease in DNA (Did Not Attend) appointments — a positive step toward improving access and reducing wait times.
Thank you for helping us make every appointment count! ✅✨

28/10/2025

📢 Important Patient Update – Website Access

We’d like to let our patients know that the Derwent Valley Medical Practice website is still currently down. Our technical team is working hard to resolve the issue as quickly as possible—thank you for your patience and understanding.

✅ You can still access our online triage system via Rapid Health, which remains the fastest way to request appointments or submit admin queries:

https://derwentvalley-consult.uk.rapidhealth.co.uk

Please note, this issue is also increasing demand on our phone lines. We’re really sorry for any inconvenience and appreciate your support while we work to restore full access. Using Rapid Health will help ensure you get the care or assistance you need more quickly.

Congratulations! You have done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking - and after 28 days of being s...
28/10/2025

Congratulations! You have done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking - and after 28 days of being smoke free, you're now 5 times more likely to quit for good 🎉 To keep on track as a non-smoker, have look at some tips on how to stay quit here: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/

27/10/2025

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