Amherst PPG

29/01/2026

This week is . Cervical screening is a free health test on the NHS which checks for high risk HPV, which is the cause of nearly all cervical cancers. If you're nervous about attending your screening, check out our article which explains what support is available and what adjustments you can ask for - https://bit.ly/49yTHh7

28/01/2026

Think you need urgent dental care? Urgent dental appointments are now available.
Find out how to get the help you need. Go to nhs.uk/urgentdentalcare

27/01/2026

27/01/2026

Have you used maternity or neonatal services in England?

Baroness Amos is asking women and families to share their experiences through a public Call for Evidence. These experiences will help shape the future of maternity and neonatal services in England.

The National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation’s Call for Evidence is open until 17th March 2026.

Take part - link below 👇

http://matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-evidence

27/01/2026

Most GP appointments are just 10 minutes long. That doesn't give you much time to explain your symptoms, get a diagnosis, discuss treatment and get your questions answered. Check out our tips for getting the most out of your appointment - https://bit.ly/3NqsR25

24/01/2026

Feeling unwell 😷
✔Choosing the right NHS service can help get you the best advice - and often more quickly too.
If you are unsure, contact NHS111:
🌐 Online - just search NHS 111
📱 By phone, just dial 111

21/01/2026

If you’re looking for a fun & sociable way to keep fit and get out in the fresh air this year, join our ‘Steps to Wellbeing’ walks in , , , & . The walks last at least 45 minutes, mostly explore wooded areas & are usually two or three miles long. Find out more & book on to a walk near you – www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/walking

21/01/2026

Help us to help you this winter ⛄

❄️ Use the right service - it may be more appropriate to visit a pharmacist, or a UTC like the one at Sevenoaks Hospital

❄️ If your relative is in hospital, support them to get home safely and quickly

❄️ Get your flu jab if you're eligible.

21/01/2026