Worcester City Primary Care Network

29/12/2025

Flu got you feeling rough? 🤒

You’re definitely not alone – flu cases are high right now. The good news? A few simple things can really help you feel more like yourself again:

🛌 rest up and keep warm
💧 drink plenty of fluids
💊 use paracetamol or ibuprofen to ease a temperature, aches or discomfort

And remember 👉 your local pharmacist can offer advice and recommend flu remedies – no appointment needed.

➡️ Know someone feeling rough? Share this to help them out.

24/12/2025

Ahead of the upcoming bank holidays, here are some things to remember about accessing NHS services:

1️. To avoid delays in getting your medicines, order your prescriptions in good time.

2️. Some pharmacies may have different opening hours – search online for ’find a pharmacy’ to find your nearest one.

3️. For urgent medical help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or calling.

4️. You can contact your GP practice as normal. If they are closed, use NHS 111.

5️. If you need urgent dental treatment, contact your usual dentist. If you don’t have one, use NHS 111.

22/12/2025

Visits to the NHS page on seasonal affective disorder (SAD) are up around 30% this month – so if the darker days are affecting your mood or energy, you’re not alone 💛

Small things can help:

☀️ making the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🏃‍♀️ physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🗂️ planning for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks and building in more rest

There are also treatments like light therapy, talking therapies and medication if you’re finding things really tough.

Feel free to forward this to anyone who might find winter a bit tougher.

ℹ️ https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

19/12/2025

Brr! It’s chilly out there. 🥶

Temperatures are dropping across the country this week - it’s time to dig out those extra layers!

Cold snaps can be particularly tough on our health, especially if you’re older or managing a health condition.

But some simple steps can help:
🦠 get your winter vaccinations, if eligible
🌡️ keep your home warm (at least 18°C if you can)
👨‍👩‍👦 check in on friends, family and neighbours

Check out more advice you can read and share: http://nhs.uk/staywell

18/12/2025

💚 YOUR HEALTH, ALL IN ONE PLACE! 💚
FREE One Stop Health Check Events
We’re bringing health services straight to you! Come along for quick checks, advice, and support — all under one roof. No appointment needed!
🩺 What’s Available:
💓 Blood Pressure, Height, Weight & BMI Checks
💉 NHS Health Checks, COVID & Flu Vaccinations
🌿 Wellbeing Support & Social Prescribing
🚐 Your Health Van – on-site health checks
🎗️ Cancer Care Support & Information
🤗 PLUS: Local partners, resources & more!
📅 Dates & Locations:
📍 Worcester Guildhall:
• 18th December
⏰ Time: 10am–4pm
💬 Everyone welcome — come and check in on your health!

17/12/2025

15/12/2025

With the festive season just around the corner, get your flu vaccine now to make sure you and
your loved ones are protected in time.

12/12/2025

💚 YOUR HEALTH, ALL IN ONE PLACE! 💚
FREE One Stop Health Check Events
We’re bringing health services straight to you! Come along for quick checks, advice, and support — all under one roof. No appointment needed!
🩺 What’s Available:
💓 Blood Pressure, Height, Weight & BMI Checks
💉 NHS Health Checks, COVID & Flu Vaccinations
🌿 Wellbeing Support & Social Prescribing
🚐 Your Health Van – on-site health checks
🎗️ Cancer Care Support & Information
🤗 PLUS: Local partners, resources & more!
📅 Dates & Locations:
📍 Worcester Guildhall:
• 12th December
• 18th December
⏰ Time: 10am–4pm
💬 Everyone welcome — come and check in on your health!

10/12/2025

💚 YOUR HEALTH, ALL IN ONE PLACE! 💚
FREE One Stop Health Check Events
We’re bringing health services straight to you! Come along for quick checks, advice, and support — all under one roof. No appointment needed!
🩺 What’s Available:
💓 Blood Pressure, Height, Weight & BMI Checks
💉 NHS Health Checks, COVID & Flu Vaccinations
🌿 Wellbeing Support & Social Prescribing
🚐 Your Health Van – on-site health checks
🎗️ Cancer Care Support & Information
🤗 PLUS: Local partners, resources & more!
📅 Dates & Locations:
📍 Worcester Guildhall:
• 10th December
• 12th December
• 18th December
⏰ Time: 10am–4pm
💬 Everyone welcome — come and check in on your health!

08/12/2025

We’re excited to invite you to join our upcoming 💚Your Health, All in One Place!💚
We are now at the Guildhall for the remainder of our drop-in days.
A community event designed to make it easy for people to access health checks, advice, and support all in one place.
🩺 What’s On Offer
💓 Blood Pressure, Height, Weight & BMI Checks
💉 NHS Health Checks, Covid and Flu Vaccinations
🌿 Wellbeing Support & Social Prescribing
🚐 Your Health Van – on-site for quick and convenient health checks
🎗️ Cancer Care Support and Information
🤗 And more! — meet local health partners, access resources, and discover ways to stay well.

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05/12/2025

Our social prescribers are at a drop-in at Oasis Community Hub, Warndon.
Our social prescribers are there on Mondays from 9:00am to 10:30am.
💜Feel free to drop in and chat with us.💜

01/12/2025

If you’re living with a lung condition, winter can be an incredibly difficult time.

That’s where Asthma + Lung UK’s Winter Wellbeing Guide comes in. By answering a few short questions about your lung condition and symptoms over winter, you will get a free, personalised guide sent to your inbox.

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