Fowey River Practice

23/01/2026

Looking after your mental wellbeing is just as important as caring for your physical health. The Better Health – Mind Plan Quiz helps you create a personalised plan with simple, practical actions to support how you’re feeling right now. From managing stress and anxiety to improving sleep and boosting mood, trusted advice and resources can help you take positive steps for your mental health. 💙🧠✨

Take the Mind Plan Quiz: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-wellbeing-tips/your-mind-plan-quiz/

Read the latest mental health features and advice: https://patient.info/features/mental-health?sort=recent

Articles on mental health and wellbeing, with advice on managing stress, anxiety and more.

21/01/2026

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is a reminder of the importance of taking steps to protect your health. Cervical screening helps detect abnormal cells before they can turn into cancer, and attending when invited can save lives.

Understanding the facts, challenging common myths and knowing what to expect from screening can help reduce anxiety and encourage more people to attend. Reliable information and support are available to help you make informed choices about your cervical health. 💗🩺✨

Learn more from The Eve Appeal: https://eveappeal.org.uk/

Read NHS guidance on cervical screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

Explore myths and facts about cervical screening: https://patient.info/features/cancer/what-are-the-common-myths-and-facts-about-cervical-screening

Misinformation, fear and embarrassment put many people off attending their cervical screening appointments. Why it is important to attend your smear test?

20/01/2026

Are you coming along to our Health & Wellbeing event at Lanivet Community Centre on Tuesday 10th February?

Come along to hear about local health services and share your ideas and views to shape local health and wellbeing plans.

You can come along anytime during the event between 10am and 4pm or book onto a workshop at the event.

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20/01/2026

This week is Cervical Screening Awareness Week!

Cervical screening is an important test offered to women and people with a cervix aged between 25 and 64. Screening checks the health of your cervix and helps prevent cervical cancers.

When invited by the NHS, don’t delay and book your appointment as soon as you can.

If you’re worried about having the test, we would be happy to arrange for one of our experienced nurses to talk it through with you and help reassure you.

19/01/2026

Sinusitis can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as facial pain or pressure, a blocked or runny nose, headaches and reduced sense of smell. While many cases improve on their own, treatments like pain relief, nasal sprays, steam inhalation and self-care can help ease symptoms, and medical advice may be needed if symptoms last longer or worsen. Knowing the signs and treatment options can help you manage sinusitis more effectively and understand when to seek help. 🤧💧🩺✨

Read detailed clinical information on sinusitis: https://patient.info/doctor/ear-nose-throat/sinusitis-pro

Get NHS advice on symptoms and treatment: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sinusitis-sinus-infection/

Find out about sinusitis (sinus pain), including the symptoms and treatments and when to get medical help.

16/01/2026

During National Obesity Awareness Week, the NHS Digital Weight Management Programme highlights the support available to help people achieve and maintain a healthier weight. This free, online programme is designed for eligible adults and focuses on practical tools for healthier eating, increasing physical activity and making sustainable behaviour changes that last. 🚶‍♂️💙

Taking part can help improve confidence, boost energy levels and support both physical and mental wellbeing over the long term. Support is flexible, accessible from home and built around real-life routines, making healthier changes more achievable. 🥗✨

Learn more about the NHS Digital Weight Management Programme:

NHS England » The NHS Digital Weight Management Programme

15/01/2026

Your neighbourhood health and wellbeing matters!

We’re inviting patients from our practice to come along to our Health & Wellbeing Event at Lanivet Community Centre on Tuesday 10 February to:
· Hear about local health services
· Share your ideas and views to shape local health and wellbeing plans

You can:
· Drop in anytime during the event anytime between 10am–4pm:
· Book onto a workshop at the event (1pm to 3pm AND 6pm to 7.30pm)

These events are for patients from: Bosvena Health, Fowey River Practice, Lostwithiel Medical Practice and Middleway Surgery that form part of the Three Harbours & Bosvena Neighbourhood Health Area.

These are the first events, with more happening across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly later this year.

We’d love to hear your views – come along and get involved!

Find out more: https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/get-involved/caring-where-it-matters/youre-invited-to-the-neighbourhood-health-and-wellbeing-events-2026/lanivet-community-centre/

Video: https://vimeo.com/1145673785/5bfc716836?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

14/01/2026

You can get oral contraception and emergency contraception directly from participating pharmacies, without needing a prescription or GP appointment. This makes accessing contraception quicker and more convenient, helping you stay in control of your s*xual health. Trained pharmacy teams can offer confidential advice and support to help you choose the right option for you. 💊🩺

Emergency contraception can stop you getting pregnant after unprotected s*x (s*x without contraception or when contraception might have failed). If you need emergency contraception after having unprotected s*x, speak to your local pharmacist as soon as you can. You need to use emergency contraception within 3 to 5 days of having unprotected s*x. ✨

Find a pharmacy offering contraception without a prescription:

Use this service to find a pharmacy that offers the contraceptive pill without a prescription. You do not need to see a doctor or nurse for a prescription.Getting the contraceptive pill is free, with or without a prescription. Who can get the contraceptive pill without a prescription You may be able...

13/01/2026

Today the practice will be closed from 1:30pm for essential staff training & updates.

If you require urgent medical attention during this time that is unable to wait until we reopen, please call 01726 829272 and hold the line, you will be transferred through to a clinical call handling service to triage your query. If your matter is able to wait until we reopen, please get back in touch from 8:00am on Wednesday 14th January.

Please be aware, anything submitted on KLINIK after 1:30pm will not be dealt with until the next day.

Thankyou for your cooperation & understanding.

12/01/2026

Living well is about taking care of your health in ways that fit into everyday life, and trusted NHS advice can support you at every step. 💙✨

Whether you want to eat a more balanced diet, reach or maintain a healthy weight, move your body more, improve your sleep, quit smoking or cut down on alcohol, there is practical guidance to help you make lasting changes.

Support is also available for addiction and s*xual health, helping you look after both your physical and mental wellbeing. Making small, positive changes today can lead to a healthier, happier future. 🌱💪

Explore NHS Live Well advice on healthy eating, exercise, sleep, addiction and s*xual health:

NHS advice about healthy living, including eating a balanced diet, healthy weight, exercise, quitting smoking and drinking less alcohol.

09/01/2026

Starting the new year smoke free can make a huge difference to your health, finances and wellbeing. 🚭

Creating a personal quit smoking plan helps you understand your triggers, set clear goals and prepare for cravings so you can quit with confidence and support. Taking that first step today can lead to lasting change. 💪✨

Create your personal quit smoking plan: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/personal-quit-plan/

If you would like more support, you can contact your GP practice and they will be able to help you get started on your journey to quit smoking 🚭🌱✨

Get your free Personal Quit Plan to help you quit smoking. Quitting is easier with the right support. Stop smoking for 28 days and you're 5 times more likely to quit for good.

07/01/2026

Practice Closure - Tuesday 13th January 1:30pm

Please be aware that the practice will be closed for essential staff training and updates on Tuesday 13th January from 1:30pm.

If you require any medical attention during that time that cannot wait until the following day, please call 01726 829272 and hold the line, you will be transferred through to a call handling service who will triage your call appropriately.

If your matter is able to wait until the following day, please call us on 01726 829272 when we reopen as normal the next day, Wednesday 14th January at 8:00am.

Thank-you for your understanding.