Springhead Health

25/12/2025

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas 🎅🎄and a Happy New Year!
From everyone at SHL

24/12/2025

Medical help over the festive season

During the festive season, general practice hours may vary. If your general practice isn’t open, you can find help and advice here: https://111.nhs.uk

If you need help in an emergency, you should attend A&E, or in a life-threatening emergency, call 999.

23/12/2025

Christmas closures

Over the festive season, our opening hours will change, and we’ll be closed on bank holidays. You can find out more about our opening times here https://www.springheadhealth.co.uk/events

22/12/2025

Digestive health

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!
https://www.kingedwardvii.co.uk/health-hub/how-to-have-a-gut-friendly-christmas

18/12/2025

17/12/2025

Digital detox

Feel like you’re spending too much time on your phone? Endlessly scrolling reels and wondering where the hours go? Why not consider a digital detox this festive season? Taking a break from going online can improve your sleep and help to decrease stress levels, and there’s no better time to connect with people around you than at Christmas! Why not give it a try?
https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/article/how-a-digital-detox-can-help-you

16/12/2025

Care for older adults

Christmas can be a difficult time for older people, especially if they live alone. Changes in routine, loneliness and cold can all be challenging. If you have elderly relatives or neighbours, ensure you keep in touch this festive season – it can make a big difference.

No one should feel lonely over Christmas. For older people in our communities who are waiting for the phone to ring, just having someone to talk to can make their day. Age UK offer a telephone friendship service which can bring much-needed comfort to those in need. Age UK advice line: 0800 678 1602. Free to call 8am–7pm, 365 days a year.
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/get-involved/brighter/

12/12/2025

Important: Our IT systems are currently down in Kent, which means we have no access to the clinical software. Please bear with us while we work to resolve the issue.

10/12/2025

Flu

It’s not too late to have your flu vaccination! If you’re eligible, book your appointment as soon as you can.

The flu vaccine helps to protect against flu, which can be a serious or life-threatening illness. Becoming unwell during the cold winter months can leave you even more vulnerable to complications. If you’re eligible for your flu vaccine, contact the surgery today.

08/12/2025

Mental health

The festive season can be fun, but it can also be overwhelming. It’s okay to feel a mix of emotions, and it’s important to make time for yourself.
Set boundaries: It’s okay to say no.
Take breaks: Rest is just as important as celebration.
Talk: Speak to someone if you feel lonely or stressed.
Be kind to yourself: You’re doing your best.
However you plan to spend the Christmas period, put your wellbeing on your own to-do list!
https://www.mind.org.uk/information...nd-mental-health/christmas-and-mental-health/

Andy’s Man Club is a safe space for men to come together and talk. It can be intimidating to attend a group for the first time, especially if you’re feeling low, but knowing how welcoming the group can be will help you feel more comfortable about attending.

Discover more here:
https://www.facebook.com/andysmancl...n-andysmanclub-mensmentalhea/959917289509989/

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05/12/2025

Foodbanks

There is nothing worse than hunger when you’re cold, and if you’re struggling to feed yourself or your children, a food bank can supply an emergency parcel with enough food for at least three days.

To receive support from a food bank, you’ll need a referral for a food voucher. Contact your local Citizens Advice: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/food-bank/using-a-food-bank/

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.
https://www.trussell.org.uk/emergency-food/find-a-foodbank

03/12/2025

International Day of People with Disabilities, 3rd December

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.