Perranporth Surgery

24/02/2026

23/02/2026

Reposted from: NHS Help with Health Costs

Although most NHS treatment is free, there are still some costs you might need to pay, such as prescription charges.

If you regularly receive NHS prescriptions, you could save money with a Prescription Prepayment Certificate.

Find out more:
➡️ https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/help-nhs-prescription-costs/nhs-prescription-prepayment-certificate-ppc?

22/02/2026

📞Your Community Gateway is a fantastic free service to help you and your loved ones keep healthy and well this winter.
From a chat to practical help to prevent hospital admissions, mental health support, community activities, hot food and warm spaces, this free helpline can connect you to a range of support services in your local community.
📞 Call 01872 266383, 8am - 8pm, 7 days a week

21/02/2026

There is a range of health professionals who can help you at our GP Surgery.
A physiotherapist -can help with things like neck or back pain.
Your general practice team is here to help you.
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/gp-appointments-and-bookings/

20/02/2026

Measles can be serious, 1 in 5 children may need hospital care. Watch for symptoms: fever, cough, runny nose, sore red eyes, followed by a blotchy rash starting on the face.

👉 If your child shows symptoms, keep them home and call your GP or NHS 111.
👉 Check their vaccinations. Two doses give about 99% protection.

If you have any questions regarding your child’s routine school age vaccinations, please call Kernow Health on 01872 221105 or 01392 342678.

Find out more about measles, and why it’s important to keep up-to-date with vaccines 👇

http://tiny.cc/f94z001

19/02/2026

Many minor illnesses and ailments can be treated at home through self care.

This half term, our chief medical officer, Dr Chris Reid, reminds us to:
💊 check that you're not going to run out of medication and
💊 keep simple remedies like paracetamol in the house

Visit our website for more self care at home tips and advice:
https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/help-us/self-care

18/02/2026

Moving more is one of the best things you can do for your heart ❤️
Regular physical activity can help:
• Lower blood pressure
• Reduce cholesterol
• Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
Start small. Build gradually.
Every Move Matters.

17/02/2026

When your relative or friend is ready to leave hospital, home is the best place for them to recover and get moving again. Your help can ensure they’re able to leave hospital and return to a warm home and a hot cup of tea.
Find out more about how you can help: https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/.../helping-get-you-home-for-lunch/

16/02/2026

Reposted from: Cornwall
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16/02/2026

‼️Please be aware that we are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone system‼️

Please bear with us whilst we try and get this sorted.

We thank you for your understanding.

15/02/2026

Norovirus cases (also known as the winter vomiting bug) are 50% higher than average for this time of year.
Whilst people aged 65 and older make up most of the cases, there has also been a sharp increase in infections in children aged under five.
If you or someone in your house catches the bug, remember to help reduce the spread by:
🦠Washing hands regularly with soap and water (alcohol gels do not kill norovirus)
🦠Use bleach-based products to clean surfaces
🦠Do not go to work or school until 48 hours after symptoms have stopped
For more information and advice from the NHS, click here: https://www.nhs.uk/symptoms/diarrhoea-and-vomiting/

14/02/2026

The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much, like not being able to raise your arm. Or struggling to smile. Or slurring when you speak. Any sign of a stroke is always an emergency.
Face or arm or speech, at the first sign, it's time to call 999.
http://nhs.uk/actFAST