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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.
Cold SoresCold sores or fever blisters are the common names for herpes simplex. Cold sores are viral infection of the skin. Back pain Four out of five people suffer back pain at some time. Most often it's caused by strains, minor injury or simple inactivity. Stomach AcheMost attacks of stomach pains are not serious and are usually caused by indigestion or wind. If the pain increases in intensity you should consult your doctor. |
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. 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. 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. Healthy heart It is well recognised and accepted that there are many 'risk factors' for heart disease, many of which are lifestyle risk factors. 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. |
Introduction of the bowel cancer screening programme
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