Hazelvalley Family Practice - Dr Mannan

18/11/2025

**Update** 11.13 All phones are now working again.

Our phone lines are currently down. Thank you for your patience whilst we work with the network provider.
You can still contact us online

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17/11/2025

🦠💊 Antibiotics are powerful medicines - but they aren’t always the answer. Using them when they’re not needed can cause harm and make future infections harder to treat.

Here’s what you should know:
✔️ They only work against bacterial infections, not viruses like colds or flu.
✔️ Overuse is driving antibiotic‑resistance (“superbugs”) - which means common infections can become untreatable.
✔️ Do these things to help protect their effectiveness:
‑ Only take antibiotics when prescribed by a healthcare professional
‑ Complete the full course exactly as directed
‑ Never save antibiotics for later or share them with others

📚 Learn more here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/antibiotics/antibiotic-antimicrobial-resistance/
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/why-antibiotics-should-not-be-overused

14/11/2025

Free desk with drawers. Collection today from Hazelvalley Family Practice.

14/11/2025

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might mean a lot.
Here’s what to keep in mind:

• 👪 Family history matters – If a parent, sibling or relative has diabetes, your own risk goes up.
• 🍔 Lifestyle factors count – Being overweight, inactive or having higher waist size can all raise risk.
• 🚩 Symptoms might be subtle – Increased thirst, tiredness or needing to wee more may be signs.
• 📊 Want to know your risk? Try this tool: https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start
• 📖 More reading on what to expect and why this matters: https://patient.info/diabetes/diabetes-mellitus-leaflet

It doesn’t mean diabetes is inevitable - taking action now could make a real difference. 💪

13/11/2025

Do you struggle with hand, wrist, arm or elbow pain that affects daily life?

The D-MAPP research study is exploring whether a digital app can support people to manage pain more effectively.

✅ For adults aged 18 and over
💻 Designed to help with self-management of symptoms
Interested? Visit ctru.leeds.ac.uk/dmapp or email ctru.d-mapp@leeds.ac.uk

13/11/2025

Dear Patients,
All Practices in East Lancashire will be closed on Thursday 13th November from 1pm-6.30pm for Protected Learning Time.

This enables Practices to provide dedicated training to their staff and to discuss and plan ways that will allow them to improve services, meet demand and support the wellbeing of their staff.
For all life threatening medical emergencies please call 999 as you normally would.

If you feel your request is urgent and cannot wait until the following day please call 111 where a trained member of staff will triage your request.

We will re-open at 8am tomorrow, Friday 14th November 2025.
Thank you for your support and cooperation.

12/11/2025

Had a stroke in the last 3 years?

The ReSTORe research study is exploring whether online rehabilitation can support recovery.

Looking for people experiencing ongoing issues such as:
• Fatigue • Mood changes • Stress • Sleep difficulties
• Low confidence • Pain • Weakness

👉 Find out more at www.warwick.ac.uk/restorestudy/public
or call 02476 575767

12/11/2025

🥂✨ Not drinking? That’s a valid choice - and one worth celebrating.

is about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable with their own decisions, whether they drink or not.
Some people are cutting back for health, others are taking a break, and some simply don’t enjoy it - and that’s okay 💬🧃

👂 How can we be more supportive?
✔️ Respect someone’s choice without questioning it
✔️ Offer non-alcoholic options
✔️ Keep social events welcoming for everyone

Learn more from:
👉 https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/stopsobershaming
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-doesnt-drink-alcohol
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/is-sobriety-becoming-trendy

Let’s help make every setting inclusive, whatever’s in your glass 💚

11/11/2025

Have you attended a gynaecology clinic in the past 5 years?

You’re invited to take part in an anonymous online survey to share your experience and help improve future care.

🕒 Takes around 20–25 minutes
💬 Covers topics like health, wellbeing and sensitive issues such as weight in a supportive and helpful way

Take part here:
🔗 https://ow.ly/WEYP50XoiOs

10/11/2025

Recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (within the last 6 months) and aged 50–84?

You may be eligible to take part in the SAFE-D research study, exploring links between diabetes and early pancreatic cancer detection.

💉 Involves giving small blood samples at 3 study visits
📍 Find out more at: https://www.safe-d.uk
or email safedci@soton.ac.uk

Your participation could help improve early detection and save lives.

10/11/2025

💙 It’s Anti‑Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good! Time to stand up, speak out, and build kinder communities 🌟

Bullying can happen anywhere: in schools, workplaces, online, even in organisations up and down the ladder. It affects everyone.

Here’s how we can make a difference together:
👫 Be an ally, not a bystander - if you see something, say something
🏫 In schools: encourage safe spaces, peer support, and open dialogue
💼 In workplaces & organisations: promote respect, zero tolerance, and clear reporting structures
🗣️ Share stories, challenge harmful behaviour, and support those who feel alone

Learn more and access resources:
👉 https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/
👉 https://www.acas.org.uk/discrimination-and-bullying

Let’s work together for environments where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued 💪

07/11/2025

🌫️ 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 💨