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SWINE FLU UPDATE
NEW DOCTORS AT BUNGAYWe are pleased to welcome two new GPs to the practice in February - Dr Himan Amarawickrama and Dr Elenor Cramer. LIPREADING - 6 WEEK TASTER COURSEFor adults with an acquired hearing loss who may have difficulty understanding speech in certain situations. NosebleedsA common problem! The bleeding comes from the central septum of the nose, which divides the two nostrils. MumpsMumps is infectious from two or three days before the swelling appears until eight or ten days after that date. Sprains Sprains and strains often a occur during everyday tasks or whilst playing sport. Firstly apply a cold compress, containing ice if possible. Constipation This is a common problem as we get older, since we do not eat so much, nor do we take as much exercise. |
MEDICATION REVIEWS - WHO DOES WHAT AND WHEN?
125 MISSED APPOINTMENTS IN FEBRUARYThere were 125 missed appointments in the surgery in the month of February. If you have an appointment with a member of the health care team, and for whatever reason are unable to attend, please let us know as soon as possible. Healthy heart It is well recognised and accepted that there are many 'risk factors' for heart disease, many of which are lifestyle risk factors. 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. 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. 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. |
The National Pandemic Flu Service is being stood down on Thursday 11th February. This means that patients who have flu-like symptoms and believe they have swine flu will need to contact their GP.
If you take regular medication you will need to have a medication review.
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