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About Social Prescribing Link Workers? Social prescribing link workers help individuals access community-based support, including activities and services that address practical, social, and emotional needs impacting their health and wellbeing. This may involve connecting people to statutory services such as housing, financial, or welfare advice. Social prescribing is especially effective for individuals experiencing low-level mental health needs, who feel lonely or isolated, with long-term conditions and complex social needs. Social Prescribing Link Workers collaborate across health and care systems, focusing on populations with the greatest needs and those at higher risk of health inequalities. They also work with partners to
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Spring Bank Holiday Opening Hours 2025 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 23rd May 2025: 8.30AM – 6PM Saturday 24th May 2025: CLOSED Sunday 25th May 2025: CLOSED Monday 26th May 2025: CLOSED Normal opening hours resume from Tuesday 27th May 2025. 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 convenient access to healthcare advice and treatment
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Get Your Spring COVID-19 Vaccination! Unfortunately we will not be offering Spring boosters for Covid-19 this year, but you will be able to book and receive a Covid-19 jab at the Greendale Vaccination Centre in Exeter. Where to get vaccinated Greendale Vaccination Centre will be offering Covid-19 jabs on the following dates: Tuesday 20th May 8.30am – 5.30pm Friday 23rd May 8.30am – 5.30pm Tuesday 27th May 8.30am – 5.30pm Friday 30th May 8.30am – 5.30pm Am I eligible to receive the vaccine? To check your eligibility visit www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/covid-19-vaccine/ or call 119 How to book Appointments are offered via the National
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At Mount Pleasant Health Centre, we believe that informed patients make the best decisions about their health. Our patient education sessions empower both our patients and the local community by providing valuable knowledge on important topics. Each session is designed to give you the information and confidence to manage your condition, understand treatment options, and improve your overall well-being. What we offer Our sessions cover a range of topics, including chronic condition management, mental well-being, nutrition, and self-care techniques. These interactive sessions provide practical guidance and support in a friendly, accessible environment, led by an experienced healthcare professional. Everyone is
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Today we celebrate International Nurses Day 2025 – a moment to recognise the dedication, compassion, and expertise of nurses across the globe. From GP practices to hospitals, nurses play a vital role in caring for patients and supporting communities with unwavering professionalism and heart. To all nurses – thank you. Your commitment, resilience, and kindness inspire us every day. To honour our incredible nursing team, we asked our patients to pass on their feedback about our Nurses & HCA’s. Take a moment with us today to reflect on the impact nurses make. Whether you are a nurse or know one,
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Plant Sale – Saturday 17th May 2025 The Friends of Mount Pleasant Health Centre are excited to invite you to their Plant Sale on Saturday 17th May, taking place from 10am to 1pm. Whether you’re a keen gardener, a bargain hunter, or just looking for a lovely way to spend your morning, there will be something for everyone! Come along and browse a fantastic variety of: Vegetables, seedlings and flowers Homemade produce and cakes Crafts and bric-a-brac Tombola and puzzles While you’re here, take a moment to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a delicious slice of homemade
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Join Our Team We don’t have any vacancies at the moment, but we’re always on the lookout for talented individuals who share our passion. Please check back here for future opportunities, or feel free to get in touch if you’d like to learn more about our work. Page updated: 6th May 2025
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Early May Bank Holiday Opening Hours 2025 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 2nd May 2025: 8.30AM – 6PM Saturday 3rd May 2025: CLOSED Sunday 4th May 2025: CLOSED Monday 5th May 2025: CLOSED Normal opening hours resume from Tuesday 6th May 2025. 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 convenient access to healthcare advice and
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Vaccines don’t just protect us – they protect everyone we know and love. From measles and polio to flu and COVID‑19, routine immunisations keep our families, friends and communities safe. What is a vaccine? Vaccines teach your immune system how to create antibodies that protect you from diseases. It’s much safer for your immune system to learn this through vaccination than by catching the diseases and treating them. Why should I get vaccinated? Stay healthy: Avoid illnesses like measles, flu, COVID‑19 and whooping cough. Protect loved ones: When you’re protected, babies, older relatives and friends with weak immune systems are
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April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month! Is your bowel cancer screening kit sitting at the back of a drawer? If you’re 54 to 74, you should have received your NHS bowel cancer screening (FIT) kit through the post. That’s because the NHS automatically sends a kit every two years to everyone in that age range and is gradually including people aged 50 to 53 too. Out of every 5,000 people who use their test kit, nine turn out to have cancer. But if it’s spotted earlier, the chances of recovering from bowel cancer are higher. The test can be done
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