Yearly Archives 2026

April is Stress Awareness Month We all experience stress, whether it’s work-related pressures, personal challenges, or just the demands of daily life, stress can affect our physical and mental wellbeing more than we realise. This April, we’re joining the national conversation about stress – what causes it, how it impacts us, and what we can do to manage it in healthier ways. Why Stress Awareness Matters Stress can manifest in many ways: difficulty sleeping, low energy, irritability, headaches, or even physical illness. Long-term stress can increase the risk of mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, as well as serious
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Join Our Team Maintenance Assistant Job Summary: This role is responsible for ensuring that Mount Pleasant Health Centre remains safe, functional, and well‑presented through a combination of general maintenance, preventative inspections, cleaning duties, and grounds care. The position supports the smooth running of the premises by carrying out minor repairs, monitoring building condition, coordinating contractors, and contributing to business continuity during emergencies. Salary: £12.94 to £14.60 Working Pattern: Part-time (30 hours a week) Contact: Katiso Mahloane (email: katiso.mahloane@nhs.net) Closing Date: 30th April 2025 PCN Administrator Job Summary: Key responsibilities for the role will include managing waiting lists, booking and coordinating
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Easter Bank Holiday Opening Hours 2026 Our opening hours will be affected during the bank holiday weekend. Unless stated differently, our normal opening hours (Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 6pm) will apply: Thursday 2nd April 2026: 8.30AM – 6PM Friday 3rd April 2026: CLOSED Saturday 4th April 2026: CLOSED Sunday 5th April 2026: CLOSED Monday 6th April 2026: CLOSED Tuesday 7th April 2026: 8.30AM – 6PM Normal opening hours resume from Tuesday 7th April 2026. Emergency Care For all life threatening emergencies call 999. NHS 111 For non-emergency medical treatment or advice call 111 or visit https://111.nhs.uk/ Walk-in Centre NHS
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The government has published new, evidence-informed guidance to help parents and carers of children under 5 navigate screen time. With digital screens now a normal part of family life, this guidance offers practical advice to support informed choices to help little brains develop healthy screen habits. The guidance recommends: For under 2s – avoid screen time, other than shared activities like video calls with family or looking through photos together. For 2–5s: try to keep it to no more than 1 hour a day – less if you can. Choose slow-paced, predictable content with simple stories, fewer scene changes and
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It’s Social Prescribing Day! Today we’re celebrating the many ways health and wellbeing go beyond prescriptions. Social prescribing connect people to support in their local community, from wellbeing groups and activities to practical help and emotional support. Did you know? Our PCN Wellbeing Team includes dedicated Social Prescribers for: Adults Children & young people If you’re feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or just not quite yourself, our wellbeing team is here to listen and help you find the right support. Small steps can make a big difference. What are Social Prescribing Link Workers? Social prescribing link workers help individuals access community-based support,
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At our practice, we want to make sure every patient gets the right care at the right time. To do this, we regularly review and group patient health information so we can better understand who may need more support. This helps us look after patients safely, prevent illness where possible, and make the best use of clinical time and resources. What is Data Segmentation? Data segmentation means grouping patients based on their health needs or level of risk. For example, we may consider: Ongoing health conditions (such as diabetes, or heart disease) Recent test results or hospital admissions How often
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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is continuing to investigate an outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent with 13 cases notified since Friday 13th March 2026. The outbreak has primarily affected teenagers and university students linked to close-contact social settings. Officials have identified the strain as Meningitis B. Meningitis spreads through close or prolonged contact such as: Coughing Sneezing Kissing Sharing items like drinks or vapes What actions are being taken? UKHSA specialists are continuing to interview affected individuals and their families to identify close contacts and arrange antibiotics to limit further spread. Close contacts of cases have already been
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We’re looking for patients who would like to help shape and improve the services we provide. Our Patient Participation Group (PPG) is a friendly group of patients, carers, and practice staff who meet to discuss how we can make our practice even better for everyone. What does the PPG do? Shares feedback and ideas about the care and services we offer Helps the practice understand what matters most to our patients Supports health awareness campaigns and community events Acts as a link between patients and the practice team Why join? Your voice can make a real difference. By joining, you will:
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About Minor Surgery Procedures Minor surgery refers to small medical procedures that are usually done under local anaesthetic. These procedures are typically quick, low-risk, and don’t require a hospital stay. We run regular minor surgery clinics and these appointments can only be arranged following a clinician’s recommendation. Our minor surgery services include the removal of non-sinister cysts, moles, and skin tags—particularly those that are prone to irritation from clothing or at risk of recurring infection. Minor surgery sessions and injections are carried out our qualified clinicians: Dr Hopkins, Dr Collyer, Dr Scammell, Dr Shafafi, Dr Crighton, Dr Sandercombe, Dr Whaley,
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What is Sleepstation? Sleepstation is an online service designed to help people who are struggling with sleep problems, including long-term insomnia. It provides access to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi), a proven, structured treatment that helps you change thoughts and behaviours that affect your sleep. National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends CBTi as the first treatment for chronic insomnia, rather than sleeping tablets. More than 80% of people who complete the full CBTi programme with Sleepstation report significant improvements in their sleep and quality of life. It can also help those who need lower-intensity sleep coaching and support.
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