Emergency Contraception You can now get the emergency contraceptive pill for free from pharmacies across England – no GP or sexual health clinic appointment needed. Pharmacists are on hand to offer confidential advice and support. Find your nearest participating pharmacy here: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health-services/find-emergency-contraception/ Page created: 30th October 2025 Page updated: 30th October 2025
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About FCP Physiotherapists Patients registered at our practice have access to our experienced First Contact Practitioner (FCP) Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy team. FCP Physiotherapists are highly skilled clinicians who are the most appropriate first point of contact for patients experiencing muscle, joint, ligament, osteoarthritis or back pain. They are able to: Assess and diagnose musculoskeletal conditions Provide expert advice on management and rehabilitation Recommend exercises and self-care strategies Request investigations such as X-rays or MRIs if clinically appropriate Refer on to specialist services where necessary The Physiotherapy service helps ensure that patients receive the most appropriate care as early as possible – supporting
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Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that follows a seasonal cycle. SAD is also known as “winter depression” because the symptoms are often more severe during the darker winter months. What causes it? The exact cause of SAD is not fully understood, but it’s often linked to reduced exposure to sunlight during the shorter autumn and winter days. The main theory is that a lack of sunlight might stop a part of the brain called the hypothalamus working properly, which may affect the: production of melatonin production of serotonin the body’s internal clock (circadian rhythm) What are
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Join us and participate in Hello Yellow! We’re excited to announce that we are participating in Hello Yellow today, an event that raises awareness for young people’s mental health and highlights the support available for those who may be struggling. Whether you’re in the classroom, at work, or at home, this is a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness and spark conversations about young people’s mental health. Hello Yellow is traditionally a vibrant event that encourages people all over the country to wear yellow and share their stories and experiences related to mental health. Today is dedicated to promoting understanding, empathy,
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Today is World Meningitis Day! Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges). It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults. Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly, and may cause life-threatening sepsis and result in permanent damage to the brain or nerves. A number of vaccinations are available that offer some protection against meningitis. Symptoms of meningitis Symptoms of meningitis develop suddenly and can include: a high temperature (fever) being sick a headache a rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it (but a rash will
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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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October marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time used to raise awareness of the impact of breast cancer and highlight the importance of early detection, support and research. In the UK, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer, affecting thousands of people and families every year. Spotting the signs early and seeking advice promptly can make a real difference to outcomes. Throughout this month, we join others across the country in showing support for everyone affected by breast cancer. We encourage everyone to: Be breast cancer aware: Regularly check and know the signs and symptoms.
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We take the protection of your information seriously, and we are required by NHS England to provide pseudonymised health data (data with names and other details removed) to the OpenSAFELY platform. What is OpenSAFELY? OpenSAFELY is a secure NHS research and planning service that helps the NHS to understand: which treatments work best how to improve services how to keep patients safe Is my data safe? Your GP record will stay safe within our clinical system (SystmOne), and names, addresses, dates of birth and other identifiers will not be shared. Researchers can only see anonymous, combined results, they cannot see
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Everyone eligible aged between 16 years and 25 years are being invited into the surgery to catch up on their missed HPV vaccine from when they were in school. The HPV vaccination is given to boys and girls in year 8 at school, but some people may have missed it at the time. If you were offered the vaccine in school and missed it, you can catch up anytime until your 25th birthday. The HPV vaccine helps protects against a common infection called HPV, that in some cases can lead to some types of cancer, such as cervical, head and
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The Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) confirms taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children. Paracetamol should be taken as directed in the patient information leaflet. For more information, please vist the GOV.UK website. NHS Website For further details about paracetamol and pregnancy, please visit the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/paracetamol-for-adults/pregnancy-breastfeeding-and-fertility-while-taking-paracetamol-for-adults/ Page Created: 23rd September 2025 Page Updated: 23rd September 2025
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