Devonport Health Centre

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

💛 A quick heads up for people in Plymouth

We have recently seen more overdoses than usual linked to substances that slow breathing (such as he**in or pregabalin).

We want People to be aware So they can take extra care.

⚠️ Signs someone may be overdosing
• They will not wake up or respond (unconscious)
• Slow breathing or not breathing
• Loud snoring, choking or gurgling sounds
• Blue lips

🚑 What to do if someone becomes unwell

Please call 999 immediately or attend Derriford A&E — do not wait.
Healthcare staff are there to help, not judge.

If you can:
• Place them in the recovery position if they are breathing
• Use naloxone if you have it — even if you are unsure what they have taken

Naloxone will not harm them, and sometimes drugs contain opioids even when they are not sold as such.

⚠️ Stay with them for 20 minutes or help arrives— people can go back into overdose after naloxone wears off.

🫁 If someone is unconscious and not breathing
• Call 999 immediately

Start CPR:

👉 Give 2 rescue breaths first

👉 Then give 30 chest compressions

Repeat:

➡️ 2 breaths
➡️ 30 compressions

Continue this cycle.

👉 Give naloxone as soon as possible while continuing CPR

Continue until:
• They start breathing, or
• Help arrives

Some overdoses may require more than one dose of naloxone.

🛑 Staying safer

If you are using:
• Try not to use alone
• Start with a small amount first
• Leave time between doses
• If with others, stagger use rather than all at once
• Ideally, ensure someone has naloxone

If you do use alone, consider letting someone know so they can check in on you.

💉 Carry naloxone

Naloxone saves lives and is available locally from:
• Harbour – Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain
📞 01752 434343
• Naloxone Advocates Plymouth CIC
📞 +44 7561 349137
• Hamoaze House
📞 01752 566100

Carry it if you can — it could save someone’s life.

🧪 Checking substances

You can:
• Use legal reagent tests
• Send anonymous samples to WEDINOS for testing

📢 Reporting concerns

If you come across unusually strong or contaminated substances, you can report this here:

Local Drug Information System (LDIS) Notification

Please look out for one another 💛

03/03/2026

It’s the first day of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month! 💜

Share this post today to help spread the word and empower others to recognise the symptoms of ovarian cancer early.

If you’re worried about symptoms or just need someone to talk to, our nurse-led support line is here for you with free, confidential, expert advice.
📞 0808 802 6000
🕒 Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

Let’s raise awareness together. Every share matters this .

04/02/2026

03/02/2026

Tomorrow is World Cancer Day. We’ll be joined by Cancer Champions ‘popping up’ all over the city. Come and say hello and take a lavender cancer awareness ribbon - a day to come together so no one feels alone with cancer.

Here’s where you’ll find us:

Plymouth Market - 10am - 3pm

Devonport - 9am-12.30 - St Aubyn Food Club, The Park Pavillion Cafe - Devonport, Devonport Live, Devonport Guildhall Food Club (Devonport Help a Neighbour), Mount Wise Neighbourhood Centre.

Stonehouse - 10am - 4.30pm Well Pharmacy King Street, Plymouth Play Scrapstore, Café Momus, CM Afro Hair Training Academy, The Plot

Whitleigh - 10am - 12.30 Four Greens Community Trust, Porkies Cafe and Whitleigh Green Shops

North Prospect 11am - 1pm The Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre Wellbeing Hub

Wolseley Trust Age UK Plymouth Citizens Advice Plymouth Mustard Tree Cancer Support Centre Macmillan Cancer Support Plymouth Community Builders Plymouth and Devon Racial Equality Council Timebank South West Improving Lives Plymouth Devonport Health Centre The Primrose Breast Care Centre Central Plymouth 5k Your Way, Move Against Cancer The Chestnut Appeal

03/02/2026

If something in your body doesn’t feel right, and you’re worried it could be cancer, contact your GP practice.

Know what's normal for you. Get to know your body and be aware of any new or concerning changes.

Read more about cancer symptoms ➡️ nhs.uk/cancersymptoms

31/01/2026

Just tap the app to easily request your repeat prescription.

You can do more with the NHS App than you realise. Discover what else you can do today.

📱Tap the NHS App.

31/01/2026

Free Fruit and Veg Voucher! 🥝🍈

This session is all about boosting your confidence in digital skills and making it easier for you to access healthy, local food.

We’ll be discussing how it feels to shop online, tips on staying safe, and giving you the opportunity to try shopping online with a FREE fruit and veg voucher.

📍City Centre Wellbeing Hub, Ernest English House
🗓 Tuesday 3rd February
⏰1pm - 3pm

This project is part of our Farm to Families initiative and has been made possible through partnership working and a shared commitment to digital inclusion, local food, and community wellbeing.

If you’d like to come along or want to know more, get in touch with Claire at claire@tamargrowlocal.org or 01579 208412.

Thank you Open Food Network UK and Tamar Valley Food Hubs 💜

28/01/2026

IT'S WORLD CANCER DAY ON WEDNESDAY 4TH FEBRUARY

26/11/2025

Some useful workshops

23/10/2025

As a practice we are part of Waterside Primary Care Network (PCN), which is involved in supporting this event.

Plymouth Health and Wellbeing Festival
Friday 24 October (10am – 3pm).

A “Health and Wellbeing Festival” is to take place at Plymouth Pavilions on Friday 24 October (10am – 3pm).

Local people are invited to drop in for guidance about community support services, and information about local services and health advice and support.

More than 25 organisations are involved across various areas including blood pressure checks, cancer screening and research engagement.

20/10/2025

From today, Monday 20 October, all routine blood tests at Outpatients, Derriford Hospital are now appointment only.

Patients can book using their NHS login through SwiftQueue, or call the phoneline if they need support.

This change will help us reduce queues, improve patient experience, and make the process smoother for everyone.

Visit https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/phlebotomy/ for booking and more information.