Gillingham Medical Practice

14/11/2025

13/11/2025

Mouth and Throat cancer Awareness Month

Do you smoke ?
Smoking is one of the biggest causes of mouth and throat cancer. If you would
like help to stop smoking and reduce your risk, please speak to your local stop
smoking service at LiveWell Dorset.

https://www.livewelldorset.co.uk/stop-smoking/

https://cancermatterswessex.nhs.uk/mouth-and-throat-cancers/

You can check your mouth for any changes and possible signs of mouth cancer. It is easy and can be done in less than two minutes.

https://www.mouthcancerfoundation.org/self-examination/

Call the Macmillan Support Line for free on 0808 808 00 00.

12/11/2025

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can cause lung infections like bronchiolitis, making it difficult for newborn babies to breathe and causing 20,000 infants to need hospital treatment each year.

Talk to your GP or maternity service to schedule yours from 28 weeks of pregnancy.

12/11/2025

RiversMeet Active

A NEW CLASS IS HERE FOR YOUR MENTAL WELLBEING - EVERY SATURDAY 10:15AM -11AM.

This is a FREE class 🌟 but you will need to book .

Call RiversMeet reception 01747 834013

This class will improve mood and reduce anxiety through physical activity .
Enhance focus and mindfulness.
Build resilience and self-awareness.

11/11/2025

Op COURAGE is a mental health and wellbeing service developed by veterans, for veterans. It doesn’t matter how long you served for or when you left.

If you find life difficult after leaving the UK Armed Forces, face struggles with mental health, and live in England, Op COURAGE is here to help.

Find out more information, visit www.nhs.uk/opcourage

11/11/2025

Honouring Our Veterans

We will pause to honour and remember the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of our veterans and current service members this morning. Their dedication to protecting our freedoms and serving our country deserves our deepest gratitude, not just today but every day.

As we wear our poppies and reflect on those who have served, let us also reach out to the veterans in our community. A simple thank you, a moment of silence, or an act of kindness can make a real difference. We stand together in support, appreciation, and remembrance.

To all veterans and their families: thank you for your service, your resilience, and your immense contribution to our nation. We will never forget.

11/11/2025

Parkinson's Circuit Class

RiversMeet Leisure Centre Gillingham

Free Circuit Class Taster Session 20th November 2-2.45pm

for more information contact Lynsey :
lynsey.pledger@riversmeetgillingham.org
or call 01747 834013

08/11/2025

You are not a burden. This is a message every young person needs to hear. 💜

Our HOPELINE247 advisers want to know what's going on for you, and how you can work together to stay safe for now. They are here to help you find the glimmers of HOPE.

If you're struggling with thoughts of su***de, call 0800 068 4141, text HOPE to 88247, email pat@papyrus-uk.org or visit our website for our webchat.

You are worthy of support. 💜

08/11/2025

November is Gastric Cancer Awareness Month

Common symptoms of stomach (gastric) cancer include:

heartburn or indigestion that does not go away
pain or discomfort in tummy (abdomen)
loss of appetite
feeling full after only eating a small amount
unexplained weight loss.

Other possible symptoms can include:

feeling or being sick
difficulty swallowing
burping a lot
black poo (stools)
feeling tired, weak or breathless.

It's important to talk to your GP or practice nurse and get any symptoms checked, particularly if you are experiencing symptoms which are unusual for you.

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/stomach-cancer/diagnosing-stomach-cancer

If you're worried about cancer, or have questions about what support you're entitled to, you can call the Macmillan support line for free on 0808 808 00 00.

07/11/2025

Healthy Choices Quiz
Are you ready to improve your overall health and wellbeing, but not sure where to start?

Our free quiz gives you guidance, based on your answers, to help you live a healthier life.

This quiz is for adults aged 18 and over.

Do not use this quiz if you:
Are aged 17 and under
Have an existing health condition, like diabetes or heart disease
If you're worried about your health, speak to a GP.

If you're pregnant, speak to a midwife or GP about this quiz. You can also visit the NHS Best Start in Life website for advice and support during pregnancy and for when your little one

START HERE:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/healthy-choices-quiz/application/

What you'll get
Your result will include an overall score out of 10. This score indicates how your lifestyle could be affecting your health and wellbeing.

We also explain how you're doing in each lifestyle area, and what to do if you should make any changes. We suggest NHS apps, advice and resources to help you get going with confidence.

07/11/2025

Checking your blood pressure could save your life! Lots of people are unaware that they have high blood pressure, & if untreated, it increases your risk of serious problems like heart attacks & strokes. Check your blood pressure today.

https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/conditions/pressure/