Kingsway Surgery

23/02/2026

17/02/2026

National Love Your Pet Day, 20th February

Celebrate a whole day dedicated to your beloved pet! Whether they’re furry, feathered or have scales, pets provide so many health benefits for us, both mentally and physically, as well as offering us companionship. Tell us about your best friend!

National Love Your Pet Day is a special occasion dedicated to celebrating the bond between humans and their beloved pets. It's a day to shower your furry,

16/02/2026

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Struggling to get to the GP because life is busy? We’re holding drop in vaccination clinics throughout February and March to help protect our children 💉

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/imms

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside

15/02/2026

Find your NHS Number

Need to know your NHS number but can’t remember where you wrote it down? Don’t worry! Find it here:

Use this service to get your NHS number sent to you by text, email or letter.

14/02/2026

Random Acts of Kindness Day, 17th February

This day is dedicated to kindness. Show someone, or yourself, some extra love today! Brighten your day by treating yourself or a friend, leave a note for someone, send a letter or just share a hug! Let’s spread the kindness!

Random Acts of Kindness Day inspires simple, selfless gestures that lift spirits and promote connection, empathy, and community.

13/02/2026

NHS App

Did you know that using the NHS App can help you access lots of information about your health?

• Request repeat prescriptions
• Check the status of your prescriptions
• See upcoming appointments
• View your health records
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/nhs-app-help-and-support/

If you’re new to using the NHS App and you’re not sure how to access the information, have a look at this short video. Download the NHS App on your smartphone or tablet via the Google play or App store. You can also access the same services in a web browser by logging in through the NHS website. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0SCcLtw8JA

Help using the NHS App or the NHS website.

11/02/2026

Cold weather

Prolonged cold periods can impact on your health and leave you vulnerable to winter bugs, exacerbating existing conditions. Here is some advice on keeping yourself and your family warm during the winter months.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keep-warm-keep-well-leaflet-gives-advice-on-staying-healthy-in-cold-weather/top-tips-for-keeping-warm-and-well-this-winter

With the withdrawal of the winter fuel allowance, you may be feeling extra financial pressure when it comes to keeping warm this winter. Have a look at these cost-effective tips to warm you up during the cold winter months.
https://www.redcross.org.uk/stories/health-and-social-care/health/tips-on-keeping-warm-this-winter

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09/02/2026

International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month

Prenatal Infection Prevention Month helps to promote awareness of infections transmitted from mother to baby. Protect yourself and your baby with the following tips:

• Book your prenatal appointments
• Keep up to date with immunisations
• Practice good hygiene such as hand washing
• Eat a healthy diet
• Avoid environmental hazards such as cigarette smoke
https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/infections-that-may-affect-your-baby/

When you’re pregnant, it’s important to minimise the risk of becoming ill. In some cases, infections can transfer to your unborn baby, causing serious risks, so it’s a good idea to take some extra precautions to keep you and your baby safe.
https://www.nhsinform.scot/ready-st...our-baby/how-to-prevent-illness-in-pregnancy/

Find out about infections that can affect a baby during pregnancy, such as rubella, cytomegalovirus (CMV), hepatitis, HIV and chickenpox.

08/02/2026

Safer Internet Day, 10th February

Heard the phrase ‘If it’s too good to be true, it probably is’? This applies more than ever on Safer Internet Day this year. Protecting yourself against online scammers is becoming harder, and it’s important to be vigilant. Make sure that if something looks too good to be true, you stay clear!

This Safer Internet Day 2026 Live Lesson and teaching resources is designed to help young people navigate the online world safely.

07/02/2026

International Epilepsy Day, 9th Feb

International Epilepsy Day seeks to raise awareness and educate the general public on the facts about epilepsy and the urgent need for improved treatment. There is still much misunderstanding and stigma surrounding epilepsy. Find out more and support those around you with this debilitating condition. https://epilepsysociety.org.uk/

The theme for International Epilepsy Day 2026 is ‘My Epilepsy Journey’. Despite being one of the world’s oldest-known medical conditions, fear and misunderstanding can make many people reluctant to talk about it. Help others to understand and share you Epilepsy Journey. https://epilepsy-journey.org/

We are the UK’s only charity transforming the lives of people with epilepsy through world-leading research, advocacy and care.