Whyburn Medical Practice

09/12/2025

With the cost of living soaring, more and more people are struggling to feed themselves and their families. Remember, if you’re in need, your local foodbank is there to help.

Ending hunger together

05/12/2025

Losing someone we love changes us and how we see the world. Pain doesn’t fade, but as time passes, with support, compassion and strength, you can find that your hope returns, shaped by your memories.

This Grief Awareness Week, the focus is on growing with grief and how you can work towards a future where, although you will not forget, you can learn to smile again.

If you’re struggling with grief, please reach out: https://www.thegoodgrieftrust.org/ngaw/

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04/12/2025

Changes in diet over Christmas, including rich food and less movement, and can play havoc with the digestive system, leading to issues such as heartburn, constipation and reflux. However you celebrate, have a gut-friendly season ahead!

Learn tips for maintaining digestive health during the festive season, including dietary choices and lifestyle habits to support your gut microbiome.

03/12/2025

International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPWD) celebrates and promotes the rights of everyone with a disability and this year, the focus is on building an inclusive society.

We’re an accessible, disability-friendly practice – if you require support, please do contact our reception team.

03/12/2025

Crohn’s disease and colitis are often invisible to the outside world but they deeply impact on the daily life of sufferers.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is not just a stomach ache; it’s fatigue, uncertainty, flare-ups, strict diets, hospital visits, and strength that often goes unseen. Sharing awareness and showing compassion can help support Crohn’s and colitis sufferers.


https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/

01/12/2025

This World AIDS Day, it’s the perfect time to review a few tips on keeping ourselves and communities safe in preventing HIV.

Use condoms consistently and correctly

Get tested regularly

Talk openly with partners about sexual health

To learn more, visit this link: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiv-and-aids/

25/11/2025

Every ten minutes, a woman is killed. International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women raises awareness about all forms of violence against women. Wear orange as a bright and optimistic colour; this represents hope and a future free from violence against women and girls.

https://www.redcross.org.uk/stories...asylum-seekers/what-is-violence-against-women

21/11/2025

Not every illness needs antibiotics. Resistance to antibiotics is a growing concern, so help to preserve their efficacy for when they’re really needed!
Always take antibiotics as prescribed
Never miss a dose
Complete a course in full
Vaccinate yourself and your family
Keep antibiotics for when they’re really needed. You could save a life.

20/11/2025

Being a carer is hard. There are no set hours and you’re often caring for someone close to you.
Every day, 12,000 people become unpaid carers for a partner, family member or friend. They may not even view themselves as carers. But who looks after you when you’re looking after someone else? All carers deserve to understand their rights and be supported to use them if they wish. Discover more here: https://www.carersuk.org/news-and-campaigns/our-campaigns/carers-rights-day/

20/11/2025

The practice will be CLOSED for staff training from 12pm today

For any medical concerns:
🟢 Speak to your local Pharmacist 🟢
🟡 Call NHS 111 🟡
🟠 Attend your local Urgent Treatment Centre 🟠
🔺 In a medical emergency call 999 or attend A&E Department 🔺
The surgery will re-open tomorrow at 8am.

19/11/2025

This day shines a light on those forever changed by losing someone to su***de.

In the UK, around 6,000 people die by su***de every year – and research shows that around 147 people are affected by every single loss. The grief is deep, complex and long-lasting.

It’s important to know you’re not alone. https://uksobs.com/

18/11/2025

It’s Self-Care Week, and your annual reminder to set aside some time for you.

We’re living longer lives, but not necessarily healthier, with chronic conditions on the rise. Managing stress, well-being and physical health all contribute to a healthy mind and body.

Try some of these ideas:
https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/training-s...-handbook/self-care-ideas-to-get-you-started/

Demand for health services has risen significantly in recent years, with long-term conditions growing. Preventive health is key to a healthier future for both your mental and physical well-being, and self-care is at the heart of this.

Try these self-care ideas:

• Take a mindful walk
• Try meditation
• Set boundaries – it’s okay to say no
• Speak to someone if you’re struggling
• Do one thing that brings you joy

Self-care looks different for everyone – find what works for you.