Sherburn Group Practice

20/12/2025

19/12/2025

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.
But small things can help:
🔵 try some physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🔵 make the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🔵 plan for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks or building in more rest
There’s also treatment available if you’re finding things really tough – such as light therapy, talking therapies or medication.
Find out more ➡️https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/

18/12/2025

Antibiotics don’t work for colds and flu.
Only taking them for the right things helps to keep them working for when you and your family need them most.

Find out more: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/04/07/what-is-antimicrobial-resistance-amr-and-how-can-you-combat-it/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=stakeholder&utm_campaign=Andibiotic&utm_id=AMR25

Ask for advice at your local pharmacy

18/12/2025

WALK IN FLU CLINIC TODAY
OLD HUNGATE HOSPITAL 3.00-6.00PM
Please attend if you are eligible for the vaccine.

17/12/2025

Sometimes it’s tough to say what you’re really feeling, especially when it feels like everyone else is celebrating at this time of year. Please just know that with our volunteers, you can be completely honest, even if you’re struggling with thoughts about giving up or feeling like things won’t get better. They’re here to listen without judgement and talk through whatever you’re facing. You don’t have to carry it on your own – call 116 123.

17/12/2025

WALK-IN FLU CLINIC
THURSDAY 18.12.25 3.00-6.00pm
at OLD HUNGATE HOSPITAL

If you are eligible for a flu vaccine but have not had it yet- please come and get your vaccination.

16/12/2025

What symptoms could a gas leak cause?
One of the first indicators of a gas leak is often the smell, however there are some physical symptoms that may be experienced.

The most common symptoms include:

Feeling lightheaded
Nausea
Dizziness
Headaches
If you suspect a gas leak and have any of the above symptoms, please go outside into fresh air immediately and call the appropriate gas emergency helpline.

What to do if you smell gas
It’s crucial to act quickly in a gas emergency. These are the steps you need to take to stay safe:

Get fresh air immediately; make sure you open all doors and windows to ventilate the area.
Turn off the gas emergency control valve (also called gas emergency shut off valve) at the meter, unless the meter is located in a basement or cellar or at the LPG bulk tank or storage vessels.
Extinguish all naked flames and don’t smoke.
Don’t operate electrical switches (including turning light switches on or off) because this can ignite escaping gas.
Contact the relevant National Gas Emergency service number for your area. We’ve listed these numbers in the next section.
If the attending emergency operative identifies an issue with any gas appliances, follow their advice concerning the use of the equipment. Where advised, contact a Gas Safe registered engineer to fix the appliance and check it’s safe.
If you’re feeling unwell, visit your GP or hospital immediately and let them know you may have been exposed to carbon monoxide.
Don’t turn the gas supply on again until it’s been checked by a Gas Safe registered engineer.

15/12/2025

Managing winter illness:
In winter, cold weather and spending more time indoors mean illnesses spread more easily. These can impact our health whatever our age, but as we get older, our immune systems find it harder to fight off bugs. The good news is that there are things you can do to protect yourself and stay warm and well during the winter season.
Find out more:
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/health-wellbeing/keep-well-this-winter/cold-weather-illnesses-and-your-health/

12/12/2025

Find out what symptoms can be treated at a Urgent Treatment Centre:
Local UTC's are Selby War Memorial Hospital and Pontefract Hospital

12/12/2025

Driving to the pub tonight?

You don't have to miss out on the fun. Always THINK! 0% when you’re at the bar for good times and safe drives.