Monthly Archives December 2022

Fill Out An eConsult You can fill out an eConsult on our website. The eConsult service is a way to contact your GP practice online by filling out a form, giving our receptionists the information they need to provide you with the best care possible. Your eConsult will be actioned and you may be sign posted to a more appropriate service or clinician. Call The Health Centre We operate a telephone triage appointment system which means you will speak to one of our receptionists and they will determine if you need an appointment or whether you need to speak to
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Feeding can be hard, but you are not alone. Across Devon roughly 74% of mothers start off breastfeeding their baby. This number then declines to an average of 54% by week 6 to 8. Devon County Council are supporting every parent in their choice as to how they choose to feed their baby, however many mothers stop breastfeeding due to problems such as sore or cracked nipples, sore breasts or not enough breastmilk. These issues can be eliminated with the right support. There are resources available for mums, partners and family members. Feeding Helplines and Digital Advice Tools If you
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The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued a Product Safety Alert for baby self-feeding pillows and prop feeders presenting a risk of serious harm or death. Consumers, local authority trading standards and businesses are asked to take specific action to cease use or remove them from the market. Consumers Consumers should immediately stop using these products and dispose of them safely. Risk Description Baby self-feeding pillows are designed to enable babies to bottle feed without the assistance or supervision of a caregiver. This creates a risk of serious harm or death from: Choking on the feed Aspiration pneumonia
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For many people over 65, falling is a common problem. It can negatively impact day to day life, and lead to reduced confidence, loss of independence and social isolation. As well as the personal impact, it also comes at a significant cost to healthcare systems. But with early interventions and increased public awareness, falls don’t have to be an inevitable part of ageing. Steady On Your Feet is a campaign led by the NHS and local authorities to help increase confidence and reduce the risk of falls. The Steady On Your Feet website contains advice, guidance and resources designed for
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Visit A Warm Space This Winter Exeter City Council is supporting twenty community groups/organisations providing ‘warm spaces’ for people this Winter with council grants. Warm spaces are providing people with somewhere warm where you can enjoy company, access support, chat, make new friends and bring the kids. Councillors have declared a cost of living emergency and have been calling on the government to take urgent action to prevent the people of Exeter from further harm. If you are looking for somewhere to warm up and make new friends this winter, then visit the Winter Warmer at St Katherine’s Priory Café
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