Bursted Wood Surgery

06/02/2026

TIME TO TALK DAY 👂🗣️

Today reminds us that talking about mental health can change lives. A simple conversation can offer comfort, reduce stigma, and help someone feel less alone. Today, let’s listen, share, and support one another.

04/02/2026

Today is world cancer day! a day to honor those affected, support those fighting, and commit to progress through awareness, compassion, and action. 💪🎗️

03/02/2026

https://ask.bexley.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/hatecrime

London Borough of bexley ask us to take part in sharing our views, concerns, experiences and priorities for making Bexley safe from Hate Crime. You can scan the below QR code with a mobile device or please copy and paste the links into your google browser to take part.

Thanks!
Bursted Wood Surgery.

02/02/2026

Find Local NHS Weight Loss Services
📌 Many GPs & NHS Trusts offer local weight loss programs (e.g., Slimming World on referral, dietitian support).
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/services-near-you/

For more overall weight loss help please see our recent pages, or visit the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/lose-weight/

Take steps to improve your health. Lose weight and feel better inside and out. Try our free NHS weight loss plan to get you started.

02/02/2026

. Fertility Issues & Pregnancy Risks
📌 Why weight loss helps:
Improves ovulation & egg quality.
Reduces pregnancy risks like gestational diabetes & preeclampsia.
✅ NHS Support:
NHS Fertility Guide – Advice on weight loss & fertility treatments.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/infertility/
NHS Better Health – General weight loss support for pregnancy planning.
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/lose-weight/

02/02/2026

Depression & Mental Health Issues
📌 Why weight loss helps:
Physical activity releases endorphins, improving mood.
Reduces inflammation linked to depression & anxiety.
✅ NHS Support:
NHS Mental Health Support – Resources for mood, self-esteem & well-being.
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/
NHS Live Well – Exercise & weight loss plans for mental health benefits.
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/

02/02/2026

Acid Reflux & GERD
📌 Why weight loss helps:
Reduces stomach pressure, preventing acid reflux.
Lowers the severity of heartburn symptoms.
✅ NHS Support:
NHS Acid Reflux Guide – Tips on diet and weight loss to reduce reflux.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heartburn-and-acid-reflux/

02/02/2026

Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS)
📌 Why weight loss helps:
Improves hormone balance & ovulation.
Reduces insulin resistance & lowers diabetes risk.
✅ NHS Support:
NHS PCOS Guide – Lifestyle & weight loss advice for PCOS management.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos/
NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme – Helps prevent insulin resistance & diabetes in PCOS.
https://www.england.nhs.uk/diabetes/diabetes-prevention/

02/02/2026

Why weight loss helps:
Reduces fat buildup in the liver.
Prevents inflammation, scarring, and liver failure.
✅ NHS Support:
Liver Disease Guide
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/liver-disease/
– Diet and exercise tips for liver health.

02/02/2026

Sleep Apnea
📌 Why weight loss helps:
Reduces fat around the neck, improving airflow.
Can reduce or eliminate the need for a CPAP machine.
✅ NHS Support:
NHS Sleep Apnea Guide https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sleep-apnoea/ – Advice on lifestyle changes.
NHS Live Well
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/ – Weight loss tips for better sleep & breathing.

02/02/2026

Osteoarthritis (Joint Pain)
📌 Why weight loss helps:
Reduces pressure on joints, improving mobility.
Lowers inflammation and pain.
✅ NHS Support:
Move More NHS Guide [https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/]– Exercise & weight loss plans for joint health.
NHS Arthritis Support [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/osteoarthritis/] – Lifestyle tips to manage symptoms.

02/02/2026

Obesity
📌 Why weight loss helps:
Lowers risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
Reduces inflammation and improves mobility.
✅ NHS Support:
NHS Weight Loss Plan – A 12-week plan with diet and exercise advice.
NHS Weight Loss Surgery – For severe obesity (BMI 35+ with health issues).