Mid Dorset Primary Care Network

Mid Dorset Primary Care Network Mid Dorset Primary Care Network is made up of 8 GP Practices in the Mid Dorset area, covering a population of over 51,000.

🌿🦗 Tick Bite Prevention Week 🦗🌿 Ticks may be tiny, but they can carry serious diseases such as Lyme disease. Tick Bite P...
24/03/2026

🌿🦗 Tick Bite Prevention Week 🦗🌿
Ticks may be tiny, but they can carry serious diseases such as Lyme disease. Tick Bite Prevention Week is a reminder to take precautions when enjoying the outdoors:
• Wear long sleeves and trousers when walking in grass or woodland 🌳
• Use insect repellent containing DEET or picaridin 🧴
• Check yourself, your children, and pets for ticks after outdoor activities 🐾
• Remove ticks safely and promptly
Stay safe and enjoy nature responsibly! Sharing these tips helps protect your family and community.

💛💙 World Down Syndrome Day 💙💛 Today we celebrate the lives, achievements, and contributions of people with Down syndrome...
21/03/2026

💛💙 World Down Syndrome Day 💙💛
Today we celebrate the lives, achievements, and contributions of people with Down syndrome. It’s a day to promote inclusion, raise awareness, and challenge stereotypes.
Everyone deserves respect, opportunities, and the chance to thrive. Let’s celebrate diversity, embrace differences, and create a world where everyone is valued.

20/03/2026

Stay informed about meningitis with guidance for people in 📍

It's important to know the symptoms and understand what current vaccinations protect against. Although anyone can get meningitis, it's most common in babies, young children, teenagers, and young adults

Symptoms can appear in any order and not everyone gets them all. They include:
- high temperature
- headache
- vomiting
- a rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it
- neck stiffness
- dislike of bright lights
- confusions, drowsiness or difficulty waking
- cold hands and feet, pale or blotchy skin, fast breathing (signs of septicaemia)

More info: https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/update/stay-informed-about-meningitis-with-guidance-for-people-in-dorset/

🌟 Happy International Day of Happiness! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the power of positivity, kindness, and gratitude. Happines...
20/03/2026

🌟 Happy International Day of Happiness! 🌟
Today, we celebrate the power of positivity, kindness, and gratitude. Happiness isn’t just a feeling—it’s a choice and a practice.
Take a moment to smile, connect with loved ones, appreciate the little things, and spread joy wherever you go. Together, we can make the world a happier place, one kind act at a time. 💛

🥗💧 Nutrition and Hydration Week 💧🥗 Good nutrition and staying hydrated are essential for our health, energy, and overall...
16/03/2026

🥗💧 Nutrition and Hydration Week 💧🥗
Good nutrition and staying hydrated are essential for our health, energy, and overall wellbeing. Eating a balanced diet and drinking enough fluids helps support concentration, immunity, and physical health.
This Nutrition and Hydration Week, take small steps to care for your body—choose nourishing foods, drink plenty of water, and encourage healthy habits at home, work, and school. Small changes can make a big difference!

🧠💛 Brain Awareness Week 💛🧠This week is all about celebrating the brain and raising awareness of brain health, research, ...
16/03/2026

🧠💛 Brain Awareness Week 💛🧠
This week is all about celebrating the brain and raising awareness of brain health, research, and neurological conditions. Your brain controls how you think, feel, move, and learn—so looking after it is essential for overall wellbeing.
Let’s use Brain Awareness Week to learn more, support brain research, and promote healthy habits that protect our brains throughout life.

🚶‍♂️🚲 Big Walk and Wheel 🚲🚶‍♀️ The Big Walk and Wheel is all about making active travel part of everyday life. Walking, ...
16/03/2026

🚶‍♂️🚲 Big Walk and Wheel 🚲🚶‍♀️
The Big Walk and Wheel is all about making active travel part of everyday life. Walking, wheeling, cycling, or scooting to school or work helps improve physical health, boosts wellbeing, and is better for the environment. 🌍

Join in, get moving, and inspire others to choose active travel. Every journey counts—let’s move more and make a positive difference together!

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌷 Today we celebrate the incredible strength, love, and dedication of mothers and mother figures e...
15/03/2026

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌷
Today we celebrate the incredible strength, love, and dedication of mothers and mother figures everywhere. Thank you for the care you give, the sacrifices you make, and the endless support you provide every day.

Wishing all mums a day filled with love, appreciation, and well-deserved smiles. 💕

💤 Happy World Sleep Day! Prioritize Your Rest Sleep is essential for physical health, mental well-being, and overall qua...
13/03/2026

💤 Happy World Sleep Day! Prioritize Your Rest
Sleep is essential for physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life. Yet, millions of people struggle with sleep problems worldwide. On this World Sleep Day, remember:

Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night 🛏️

Maintain a consistent sleep schedule ⏰

Limit screen time before bed 📵

Create a calm, dark sleeping environment 🌙

Good sleep boosts mood, energy, immunity, and productivity. Take care of yourself—your body and mind will thank you!

💚 World Kidney Day: Take Care of Your Kidneys! Kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste and maintaining overall heal...
12/03/2026

💚 World Kidney Day: Take Care of Your Kidneys!
Kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste and maintaining overall health, yet kidney disease often goes undetected until it’s serious. World Kidney Day is a reminder to prioritize your kidney health:

Stay hydrated 💧

Maintain a balanced diet 🥗

Exercise regularly 🏃‍♂️

Get regular check-ups

Let’s raise awareness, support those living with kidney disease, and take steps to prevent it. Your kidneys will thank you!

🚭 National No Smoking Day: Take the First Step Today! Smoking is a leading cause of preventable diseases, including hear...
11/03/2026

🚭 National No Smoking Day: Take the First Step Today!
Smoking is a leading cause of preventable diseases, including heart disease, lung cancer, and respiratory problems. Today is National No Smoking Day—a perfect reminder to quit or help someone quit.

Every journey starts with a single step. Whether it’s seeking support, using ni****ne replacements, or setting a quit date, small actions lead to big changes. Your health is worth it! 💛

🌸 Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we celebrate the achievements, strength, and resilience of women around the wo...
08/03/2026

🌸 Happy International Women’s Day!
Today, we celebrate the achievements, strength, and resilience of women around the world. From breaking barriers to inspiring change, women make a difference every single day.

Let’s honor the women in our lives, support gender equality, and continue pushing for a world where every woman can thrive. 💛

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