Southbroom Surgery

02/04/2026

🌿 April is Stress Awareness Month 🌿

Life can get overwhelming and stress is something we all experience - but it doesn't have to take over.
This month is a reminder to slow down, check in with yourself and make your well-being a priority.

💚 www.stress.org.uk

💚 Mates in Mind

If stress starts to feel to much, don't hesitate to reach out to your doctors for support - help is there when you need it ☎️

01/04/2026

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01/04/2026

💙Bowel Cancer Awareness Month💙

Research shows that some people wait up to six months to contact their GP if they are experiencing red flag symptoms, such as blood in poo.
If you notice you have any symptoms of bowel cancer, you should contact your GP and ask for an at-home test. It could be nothing to worry about but it’s worth making sure. Bowel cancer is more treatable when found early.

Symptoms to look out for:
🔴Persistent Change in Bowel Habits: Going more or less often, or having diarrhea or constipation that lasts 3 weeks or more.
🔴Bleeding/Blood in Stool: Blood in your poo, which may appear bright red or dark, or bleeding from the back passage.
🔴Abdominal Pain/Discomfort: Pain, cramping, a lump in your tummy, or persistent bloating.
🔴Unexplained Weight Loss: Losing weight without trying.
🔴Unexplained Tiredness/Anemia: Feeling very tired, dizzy, or breathless, often due to iron deficiency anemia.
🔴Feeling Unfinished: Feeling like you need to go to the toilet again immediately after a bowel movement

Bowel Cancer UK

30/03/2026

‼️‼️ Lost and Found ‼️‼️

A Gold ring has been found in the Southbroom Surgery and we would really like to reunite it with its owner!
It was handed in on the afternoon of Tuesday 24th March, if you believe this to be yours please pop in or contact us.

27/03/2026

23/03/2026

☎️☎️☎️PATIENT NOTICE☎️☎️☎️
Please be kind today 🫶 We are extremely busy on our phone lines If you have a routine enquiry please consider calling us tomorrow or later in the week, this will save you from a prolonged waiting time.
We apologise for any inconvenience.

20/03/2026

Meningitis🩺

Many of the early signs – vomiting, fever, aches, general tiredness and headaches – are also signs of less serious illnesses like colds and flu. But someone with meningitis will usually become seriously ill in a matter of hours. This is why it is very important to keep checking someone who is ill so you know if they are getting rapidly worse and to keep looking for signs and symptoms.

Seek medical help urgently if you become concerned about their or your own health. It’s important too to look for cold hands and feet, severe limb pain and pale and blotchy skin, as these tend to develop early in the illness.

Symptoms such as a rash that doesn’t fade (do the glass test), being confused or delirious, or too sleepy to wake occur later and are very serious – seek help immediately.

For meningitis, the most important signs to look out for are:
🔴fever
🔴a very bad headache (this alone is not a reason to get medical help)
🔴vomiting
🔴stiff neck
🔴dislike of bright lights
🔴rash
🔴confusion, delirium
🔴severe sleepiness, losing consciousness
🔴seizures

Read about meningitis, an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. Find out about the symptoms, vaccines and treatments.

18/03/2026

🌼 March is Endometriosis Awareness 🌼

We recognise that endometriosis is a long-term condition that can have a significant impact on a persons health and quality of life.

Our GP team can discuss your symptoms, provide advice and arrange further investigation if needed.
Please contact the surgery to arrange an appointment if you would like to speak to a member of the team 📞

17/03/2026

🌟Neurodiversity Week🌟

ADHD affects both children and adults and can impact daily life, work, education and relationships.

With understanding, support, and the right tools, people with ADHD can thrive in incredible ways.

If you or your child are experiencing symptoms that are affecting everyday life, support is available ☎️

16/03/2026

🌟 Neurodiversity Celebration Week 🌟

This week is about celebrating the beauty of different minds 🧠
They bring unique perspectives, creativity, innovation and strengths to our communities.

Conditions that come under Neurodiversity:
🔴Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC): Differences in social communication, interaction, and sensory processing, often featuring deep focus.
🟠Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Challenges with sustained attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity, often involving high levels of focus or creativity.
🟡Dyslexia: Differences in processing written language, affecting reading, spelling, and writing.
🟢Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder - DCD): Affects physical coordination, organization, and movement.
🔵Dyscalculia: Difficulty understanding numbers, math concepts, and time.
🟣Tourette's Syndrome: Characterized by involuntary sounds and movements (tics).
🟤Dysgraphia: Affects the ability to write or process written information.

Neurodiversity awareness isn't just about understanding differences - its about embracing them, removing barriers, and creating spaces where everyone can thrive as they are!

https://www.neurodiversityweek.com/

15/03/2026

🩷Happy Mothers Day💐

Mothers Day can be a time to celebrate, but it can also be overwhelming for some.

If your feeling low, stressed or struggling with your mental health, support is available.

You don't have to cope alone - reach out to your practice👩‍⚕️

13/03/2026

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Those who need mental health support after they have been detained by police can use the facility.