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The results of our 2007 patient survey are now available. They cover access to the surgery, the quality of care received and how well you rate our receptionists. LOCAL NEWS - Yellow fever vaccinations
New yellow fever Centre. The Practice is now a recognised provider of yellow fever vaccinations. Travelling to a country where immunisation is needed? Talk to one of our nurses. Sunburn Prevention is better than cure! Children are particularly susceptible to sunburn and great care should be taken to avoid over-exposure to the harmful effects of the sun. Cold SoresCold sores or fever blisters are the common names for herpes simplex. Cold sores are viral infection of the skin. MeaslesThe measles virus is highly infectious. However immunisation can prevent it. Constipation This is a common problem as we get older, since we do not eat so much, nor do we take as much exercise. Head Lice Do you remember the nit nurse who came to school regularly and pulled your hair about? |
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Travel vaccinations
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. 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 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. 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 heart It is well recognised and accepted that there are many 'risk factors' for heart disease, many of which are lifestyle risk factors. |
The length of a standard doctors and nurse appointment is 10 minutes. Please advise the receptionist if you require more than 10 minutes with theclinician.
Travelling abroad and you need vaccinations - please make sure you book your appointment in good time.
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