Fordingbridge Surgery

Fordingbridge Surgery is an NHS General Practice in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. We care for over 12,000 patients and have 60+ staff including 5 GP Partners.

[Fordingbridge Surgery @FordingbridgeS6]

When the surgery is closed, please use 111 for advice - online https://t.co/JKyQQewZZJ or on the phone.

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

Use 111 online to get assessed and directed to the right place for you, like an urgent treatment centre. ➡️ https://t.co/M4QxHP2GqM

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

It’s #OvarianCancer Awareness Month.

Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be caused by lots of things, which can make it hard to diagnose.

It’s important to be checked by a GP if things don’t feel normal for you or if any symptoms continue or get worse.

More: https://t.co/mqhTOXQUzE

[NHS @NHSuk]

Alan Titchmarsh and Tommy Walsh have got together to have a chat about how the NHS bowel cancer screening kit works.

Your next poo could save your life. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off.

👉 https://t.co/j1AI4yXIJz

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

#SpringBooster 🧵
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) have confirmed its advice for a #COVID19 spring booster programme.
https://t.co/41DVX6xNeN

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

This week, some services will be affected due to strike action.

You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed, please continue to come forward for the care you need. https://t.co/x5p5WhBDJD

[Salisbury Hospital @SalisburyNHS]

From today to Thursday morning, there is industrial action by Junior Doctors.
Our A&E is fully functional and we have safe staffing levels for all inpatients. Our Maternity Team will continue to safely deliver babies. Many clinics and planned surgery may be unable to go ahead.

[NHS @NHSuk]

It's #WorldKidneyDay.

Symptoms of kidney cancer are often like those of less serious conditions, such as urinary tract infection (UTI) or kidney stones. Although it’s unlikely you have cancer, it’s important to get your symptoms checked.

More info ➡️ https://t.co/gn8LOR4ysY

[Fordingbridge Surgery @FordingbridgeS6]

#worldkidneyday

[Healthier Together @Health_2gether]

Today is World Kidney day. It is an amazing organ that does much more that you would expect...and we have two! Visit https://t.co/KhTqp5PrXd for more details on kidneys. #worldkidneyday #kidneytransplant #kidneyhealthforall #what018 #kidneys

[NHS Organ Donation 💗🫀🫁 @NHSOrganDonor]

Today is #WorldKidneyDay, make some time to talk about organ donation with your loved ones and register your decision online.

Registering only takes 2 minutes but could save a life of someone in need of a kidney transplant ➡️ https://t.co/c077bZvCtm

[NHS @NHSuk]

Your next poo could save your life. Just a tiny sample detects signs of cancer before you notice anything wrong.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off.

➡️ https://t.co/j1AI4yXIJz

[NHS @NHSuk]

Today is #WorldHearingDay. Here are the common signs of hearing loss and when to contact your GP practice.

Find out more: https://t.co/0lG4njv3yg

[NHS @NHSuk]

Pharmacists are trained healthcare professionals who can easily help anyone with minor illnesses such as coughs and colds, itchy eyes and earache.

If you’re experiencing a minor health concern, speak to your local pharmacist to get expert advice straight away. #HelpUsHelpYou

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

Your next poo could save your life. Just a tiny sample detects signs of cancer before you notice anything wrong.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off. https://t.co/sTOR3h30Lr.

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

Remember F.A.S.T. for the signs of a stroke.

➡️ Face – has their face fallen on one side?
➡️ Arms – can they raise both arms & keep them there?
➡️ Speech – is it slurred?
➡️ Time – it’s time to call 999.

When stroke strikes, remember to Act F.A.S.T. 👇
https://t.co/VGj3lH3YAP

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

Sophie shares the story of her first ever cervical screening, also known as a ‘smear test’.

Two women die every day from cervical cancer, but cervical screening can help catch cancer before it starts. Protect yourself — attend your cervical screening when invited.

[NHS @NHSuk]

Your next poo could save your life. Detecting bowel cancer at the earliest stage makes you up to nine times more likely to survive.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.

➡️ https://t.co/j1AI4yXIJz

[NHS @NHSuk]

Use 111 online to get assessed and directed to the right place for you, like a consultation with a pharmacist.

➡️ https://t.co/8VfK81f9u3

[NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight @HIOW_ICS]

“In South East England, we estimate over 300,000 people have got an elevated blood pressure, but are completely unaware of it. Check your blood pressure - it can be done at home, in a pharmacy or at a GP surgery.” - Dr Mohit Sharma

#livingwithhypertension #healthyhearts

[We are Primary Care @PrimaryCareNHS]

Pharmacy Technicians are part of the #GeneralPracticeTeam. They can help by:

👉 showing you how to use your medicines
👉 supporting Clinical Pharmacists to review your existing medication
👉 advising you on your lifestyle choices

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

The NHS has published national guidance to help make more workplaces menopause friendly.

Find out how you can understand more about the menopause and how to support colleagues experiencing menopause symptoms at work. ➡️ https://t.co/9tdOCcKJfi

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

Your next poo could save your life. Detecting bowel cancer at the earliest stage makes you up to nine times more likely to survive.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.

Visit https://t.co/H8Sk79XG8n for more information.