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National Patient SurveyThe Department Of Health has published the result from the GP patient survey. To find out more Practice ClosuresFrom the Wednesday 3rd September -Friday 5th September the surgery will be operating an emergency service only. Getting the most appropiate medical treatmentLeicestershire County and Rutland Primary Care Trust has issued information regarding where to get the most appropiate medical treatment. Saturday Morning SurgeriesFrom 5th July 2008 we will be providing a Saturday morning surgery.
Bed SoresBed sores are red marks which appear at the pressure points such as heels, elbows, buttocks and hips. They are far easier to prevent than cure. BurnsBurns and scalds require immediate attention. CoughsCoughing is the body's way of removing mucus and dust from the lungs. |
Prescription CostsThe cost of a prescription is increasing from 01st April 2008. Long Clawson Medical Practice Annual SurveyWe have now completed our annual patient survey for more infromation press here: Bowel Cancer Screening Programme
The National Health Service will be commencing the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme in December 2007. Osteoporosis and diet Bone is a complicated structure consisting of minerals, vitamins and protein. The main mineral is calcium. There is over 1Kg of calcium present in the body, but 99% of this is found in the bones. Healthy bowels Today, cancer of the bowel is responsible for thousands of premature deaths a year. The role of diet in maintaining healthy bowels is indisputable and every year, it appears that more and more is understood about the development of disease in the lower end of the gut. Weight loss The risks of being overweight are many, ranging from painful feet and knees to coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. The vast majority of people who are overweight would like to weigh less, but we know that instead of the incidence of overweight and obesity decreasing, it is in fact increasing. Healthy eating Healthy Eating is all about getting the balance right. That is, the balance between all the different nutrients that exist in food and drinks. |
Introduction of the bowel cancer screening programme
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