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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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We would like to let our patients know that two trees located at the front of the practice will be removed on Saturday 2nd May. The work is being carried out outside of normal opening hours to minimise any disruption to our services and to patient appointments. Why are the trees being removed? The trees have reached the end of their life and are no longer structurally safe. There is a risk that they could fall during high winds, which may case harm to patients or damage to the building. For safety reasons, removal is necessary. The trees have been carefully assessed
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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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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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