Page Hall Medical Centre

12/11/2025

🥂✨ Not drinking? That’s a valid choice - and one worth celebrating.

is about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable with their own decisions, whether they drink or not.
Some people are cutting back for health, others are taking a break, and some simply don’t enjoy it - and that’s okay 💬🧃

👂 How can we be more supportive?
✔️ Respect someone’s choice without questioning it
✔️ Offer non-alcoholic options
✔️ Keep social events welcoming for everyone

Learn more from:
👉 https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/stopsobershaming
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-doesnt-drink-alcohol
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/is-sobriety-becoming-trendy

Let’s help make every setting inclusive, whatever’s in your glass 💚

10/11/2025

💙 It’s Anti‑Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good! Time to stand up, speak out, and build kinder communities 🌟

Bullying can happen anywhere: in schools, workplaces, online, even in organisations up and down the ladder. It affects everyone.

Here’s how we can make a difference together:
👫 Be an ally, not a bystander - if you see something, say something
🏫 In schools: encourage safe spaces, peer support, and open dialogue
💼 In workplaces & organisations: promote respect, zero tolerance, and clear reporting structures
🗣️ Share stories, challenge harmful behaviour, and support those who feel alone

Learn more and access resources:
👉 https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/
👉 https://www.acas.org.uk/discrimination-and-bullying

Let’s work together for environments where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued 💪

07/11/2025

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, coughs, and family cancer history.

A persistent cough might be dismissed as a cold or heart issue — but sometimes, it’s more than that. If it lingers, gets worse, or you have other symptoms, get it checked.

Key point: family history of cancer doesn’t only mean the same cancer you have. When your doctor asks, they mean any cancer your relatives have had. This information can help assess your risk and guide decisions.

📚 Learn more about cancer risk and genetics:
👉 https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/worried-about-cancer/causes-and-risk-factors/family-history-genetics-and-cancer-risk
👉 https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/inherited-cancer-genes-and-increased-cancer-risk/family-history-and-inherited-cancer-genes

Stay alert to changes, know your family history, and speak up for your lung health 💨

06/11/2025

🥕 Introducing the Food Co-op at The Circle! 🥦

We’re excited to share that a new Food Co-op has been set up at The Circle, Sheffield — thanks to the support of Mikee Whitson and the team at Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS). 💚

The Food Co-op is a fantastic opportunity to:
🛒 Buy healthy food in bulk at reduced prices
🌾 Test out running a community food initiative
🤝 Support sustainability and affordable living

It’s all about making good food accessible, affordable, and community-led — while helping people learn valuable skills and connect with others.

Find out more from the flyer or visit Voluntary Action Sheffield to get involved!
🔗 https://www.vas.org.uk

06/11/2025

05/11/2025

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.

Here’s what you might experience:
✔️ Physical: headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues, chest‑racing heartbeats
✔️ Mental: trouble concentrating, making decisions, constant worrying
✔️ Behavioural: irritability, sleep too much or too little, eating changes, pulling away from others

When stress becomes long‑term, it can lead to burnout — extreme exhaustion, cynicism, reduced performance.

You don’t have to cope with it alone.

👉 Learn more and find help:
https://ow.ly/W2J750XmyyE
https://ow.ly/HAor50XmyxN
https://ow.ly/X8ru50XmyyG

Take a pause. Talk it out. You matter. 💚

04/11/2025

💛 Sheffield Volunteering Fair – Get Involved! 💛

Are you looking to give something back, gain experience, or meet new people? Come along to the Sheffield Volunteering Fair — open to everyone, whatever your skills or experience! 🌟

📅 Date: Wednesday, 5th November
📍 Location: The Circle (VAS), Sheffield

🤝 Meet around 20 charities and organisations offering volunteer roles in areas such as:
🌿 Gardening and conservation
🐾 Animal care
💬 Befriending and community support
🎪 Event management and fundraising

Volunteer Centre Advisors will also be on hand to offer guidance and help you find a role that’s right for you.

Volunteering is a great way to gain skills, boost wellbeing, and make a real difference in your community.

✨ Find out more and see who’s attending:
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voluntaryactionsheffield/
🔗 Twitter: https://twitter.com/VAS_Sheffield

04/11/2025

💙 Diabetes HOPE Gala – Sheffield 💙

Join the Diabetes UK Sheffield Group for an inspiring day of hope, learning and community at this special event! 🌟

📅 Date: Saturday 8th November
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location: The Circle (VAS), Sheffield

🎟️ Booking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/diabetes-hope-gala-tickets-1556548932759

Come along to connect with others, hear from guest speakers, and learn more about living well with diabetes. Whether you live with diabetes yourself or support someone who does, everyone is welcome.

💬 See the flyer for more information!

03/11/2025

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig into all the good food, here’s what to watch out for:

🍗 Food Safety / Food Poisoning
• Don’t let food sit out too long - especially meats or salads
• Keep raw and cooked foods separate
• Store leftovers promptly at safe temperatures

🔥 Fire & Fireworks Safety
• Always follow firework instructions carefully
• Keep a safe distance
• Never relight a dud firework
• Always supervise children
• Have a bucket of water or hose nearby in case of fire
👉 Safety info:
https://ow.ly/b3YI50XjLhX
https://bonfire-night-safety.co.uk
https://www.firstaid.co.uk/fireworks-safety--first-aid/

🚑 First Aid for Firework Injuries
• Minor burns: cool under running water for 10+ minutes
• Seek medical help for deeper burns, wounds, or if you see smoke inhalation symptoms
• Use sterile dressings, don’t apply creams or adhesives until checked

Have a safe and happy Bonfire Night! 🎆

31/10/2025

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your sugar intake in check 👻🍬

How to carve a pumpkin safely:
🛠️ Use a clean, dry, well-lit area with a sturdy surface.
🧼 Wash and thoroughly dry your hands and tools to avoid slips.
🛡️ Use a proper pumpkin carving kit (small serrated saws) instead of large kitchen knives.
🔄 Always cut away from your body and use small, controlled motions.
👨‍👩‍👧 Leave the carving to adults; kids can draw the design or scoop out pulp.
⚠️ If you get cut and heavy bleeding continues for more than 15 minutes, seek medical care.

Too many sweets can impact your health in more ways than one.
Read how sugar affects your body and tips for moderating consumption:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-types/how-does-sugar-in-our-diet-affect-our-health/

Balance is everything - carve safely, enjoy treats mindfully, and take care.

29/10/2025

Movember is coming up - and we’re calling on everyone who cares about men’s mental health.

Globally, 3 out of 4 suicides are men. That’s 1 man every 60 seconds.
This isn’t just a statistic - it’s someone’s brother, father, partner, or friend 💔🕯️

It’s time to stop the silence. It’s time to unite.

Together, we can:
🧪 Fund life-saving mental health research
📚 Support training and education
🫂 Provide real help for those in crisis

💥 Ready to take action?
👉 Register, grow a Mo, fundraise or simply spread the word:
https://movember.com/register

✊🏽 Let’s change the face of men’s health together.

28/10/2025

🚭 Amazing work – no matter where you’re at!

If you’ve completed 28 days smoke-free, fantastic – you’re now 5 times more likely to quit for good! 🎉
If you’ve completed just one day or one week, keep going – every day counts! 💪

You’ve done the best thing for your health by quitting smoking.

To stay on track as a non-smoker, check out some helpful tips here:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/