Houghton Medical Group

17/11/2025

Amber cold weather alert in place until 22.11.25

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To help elderly people stay warm, ensure they dress in layers, eat nutritious and hot meals, and stay active with gentle movement. For the home, seal drafts, use rugs on cold floors, and utilize blankets, hot water bottles, or electric blankets to stay warm in bed. If concerned about utility costs, explore financial assistance or heating options like heated blankets, and remember to encourage regular physical activity and social contact.

17/11/2025

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Practice self care for YOU and your FAMILY

Making small changes such as looking at what you eat and drink, how much exercise and sleep you are getting will improve your overall health and wellbeing and help reduce your risk of serious illness.

Find out more here

Support people to self-care The Self-Care Forum is the national charity which aims to further the reach of self-care and embed it into everyday life. Self-care is the actions that individuals take for themselves, on behalf of and with others in order to develop, protect, maintain and improve their h...

12/11/2025

12/11/2025

The doctor has seen it all before! Fathers, brothers, sons - don’t let embarrassment put you off visiting the GP with any concerning symptoms - early diagnosis of cancer SAVES LIVES!! Don’t wait until it’s too late….

12/11/2025

If you need the emergency contraceptive pill, you can now get it free from pharmacies across England — without needing an appointment with your GP or at a sexual health clinic.

Pharmacists can provide advice and support. Find your nearest participating pharmacy: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health-services/find-emergency-contraception/

11/11/2025

When it occurs: The silence is observed at 11:00 AM on 11 November (Armistice Day)

Why two minutes: It has been a tradition since 1919, commemorating the end of World War I. At that time, a two-minute silence was chosen to acknowledge the sacrifices made during the war.

We all pause and remember.


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10/11/2025

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10/11/2025

This let’s help men to live happier, healthier, longer lives.
It’s important to know the signs and symptoms of prostate cancer. Visit your GP early with any concerns. Find out the important facts about risk

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10/11/2025

It’s

Men’s Health Awareness Month

Regular self checking for any lumps or swelling can catch testicular cancer early. Get to know what’s normal and what’s not for you.

https://bit.ly/47LjCks

05/11/2025

🔥 Remember, Remember, it's bonfire night tonight.

👣 We often see an increase of people visiting the Emergency Department with firework and bonfire related injuries.

👀 We also know that the number of people visiting the burns advice page on the NHS website increases by a quarter (27%) during this period.

💥 We want you to have a ‘blast’ and hope your evening goes with a fizz but please make sure you stay safe whilst celebrating. If you plan to have your own fireworks at home, remember: only buy from reputable retailers, read the instructions, let neighbours know in advance, keep pets indoors, make sure fireworks are out, soak them in water, bag and bin the next day.

😿 Fireworks can be dangerous and distressing for both people and animals if not used safely. You can find out more about firework safety here: https://www.gov.uk/.../news/stay-safe-this-fireworks-season

👀 If you do need it, find more information on how to treat a burn or scald here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/burns-and-scalds/

05/11/2025

04/11/2025

Lung cancer affects people of all ages. An early diagnosis can make all the difference. It is important to know the signs and symptoms, such as a persistent cough and breathlessness. Find out more https://bit.ly/3zofCVx

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