Monthly Archives May 2026

Are you at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes? This week is Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week (25-31 May). Check your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, by using the Diabetes UK Know Your Risk tool. You can reduce your risk by: eating a healthy, balanced diet maintaining a healthy weight keeping physically active People living with diabetes face a higher risk of: heart disease stroke nerve damage foot problems vision loss kidney problems. Some groups are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, including people of South Asian or Black ethnicity, people who are overweight or living with
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A new Falls Prevention Workshop is now available locally, offering practical support to help people remain safe, active, and independent. Led by a Nexus PCN Occupational Therapist, these standalone sessions are designed to provide simple, effective guidance on reducing the risk of falls and improving overall wellbeing. Each one-time workshop includes practical advice, gentle exercises, and easy-to-follow strategies that can help improve balance, strength, and confidence in everyday life. Participants will learn: These sessions are welcoming, supporting, and suitable for all ability levels. Workshop Details Stay Safe. Stay Confident. Stay Independent. Page Created: 22nd May 2026 Page Updated: 22nd May
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Spring 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: Friday 22nd May 2026: 8.30AM – 6PM Saturday 23rd May 2026: CLOSED Sunday 24th May  2026: CLOSED Monday 25th May 2026: CLOSED Tuesday 26th May 2026: 8.30AM – 6PM Normal opening hours resume from Tuesday 26th May 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 walk-in centres offer fast and
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Celebrating International Nurses Day 2026 On 12th May, we proudly celebrate International Nurses Day and recognise the incredible contribution nurses make to healthcare every single day. Nurses are at the heart of patient care. Their compassion, expertise, dedication, and resilience have a lasting impact on the lives of patients, families, and colleagues alike. From providing clinical care and emotional support to leading innovation and improving patient outcomes, nurses play a vital role across every area of healthcare. This year’s International Nurses Day is an opportunity to thank our nursing teams for their commitment and professionalism. Whether supporting patients in clinics,
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Exeter’s Biggest Community Mental Health Day Comes to Exeter Corn Exchange CoLab Exeter are hosting Exeter’s biggest ever Community Mental Health Day on Monday 1st June 2026 at the Exeter Corn Exchange. The event aims to showcase the wide range of support, services, and community organisations available to people beyond visiting a hospital or GP surgery. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore local mental health and wellbeing resources, connect with community groups, and discover the support available across Exeter. The day will run across two free sessions, giving people flexibility to attend at a time that suits them. Event
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