World Autism Acceptance Week takes place from Tuesday 2 April. It aims to increase autism acceptance and awareness. There are lots of ideas on the National Autistic Society website to … [continue] World Autism Acceptance Week 2 – 8 April 2024
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Website launches to bring Joy to people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
Joy, a free health and wellbeing support website, is set to be launched this Easter (Friday 29 March) to support people living and working in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR). … [continue] Website launches to bring Joy to people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
You Said, We Did
The feedback our surgeries receive from patients, visitors, staff and members of the public is carefully looked at to help us understand what we do well and where we can … [continue] You Said, We Did
How to access the NHS over the Easter bank holiday weekend
There are several ways in which the you can access NHS services during the bank holiday weekend (29 March to 1 April): People can check the Get in the Know … [continue] How to access the NHS over the Easter bank holiday weekend
Welcome to Inside Urgent Care at DHU – Issue 2!
We’re excited to share our latest quarterly magazine filled with news and information from DHU Healthcare. In this edition, you’ll find a plethora of uplifting stories from across all DHU … [continue] Welcome to Inside Urgent Care at DHU – Issue 2!
Our New Appointment Enquiry System
Bowling Green Street Surgery are pleased to announce an update to our Triage service. On Monday 4th march 2024 we introduced ‘Anima’, a new system will replace our Appointment Enquiry … [continue] Our New Appointment Enquiry System
Children’s Mental Health Week: 5 – 11 February 2024 “My Voice Matters.”
As we approach Children’s Mental Health Week, 5 – 11 February 2024, we are pleased to share that this year’s theme is “My Voice Matters.” This theme highlights the importance … [continue] Children’s Mental Health Week: 5 – 11 February 2024 “My Voice Matters.”
‘Help Us, Help You’ NHS Talking Therapies
The NHS is encouraging anyone struggling with feelings of depression, or anxiety such as excessive worry, panic attacks, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress, or obsessions and compulsions, to seek help through … [continue] ‘Help Us, Help You’ NHS Talking Therapies
Share your experiences of your GP practice
All patients aged 16 or over registered at a GP practice in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are invited to share their most recent experiences of accessing and receiving care from … [continue] Share your experiences of your GP practice
Patients can now access their health records through the NHS App
People over the age of 16 can now access their GP health record on the NHS App and nhs.uk. This includes consultation notes, letters and test results. During your next … [continue] Patients can now access their health records through the NHS App
Heron GP Practice Joins “Mind, Body, and Soul Health and Wellness Community Event” to Promote Health and Wellbeing
One of DHU’s GP Practices was involved in a major event in Leicester to highlight its’ commitment to the health and wellbeing of its colleagues and patients. Heron GP Practice, … [continue] Heron GP Practice Joins “Mind, Body, and Soul Health and Wellness Community Event” to Promote Health and Wellbeing
Volunteer Spotlight: Introducing the new Chair of the Patient Participation Group (PPG) at Heron GP Surgery
At Heron GP Surgery in Leicester, a dedicated group of individuals is coming together to make a real difference in healthcare. In this edition of our Volunteer Spotlight, we are … [continue] Volunteer Spotlight: Introducing the new Chair of the Patient Participation Group (PPG) at Heron GP Surgery
Your Voice Matters: Introducing Our New Patient Leaflet
We’re excited to introduce the all-new patient leaflet, made exclusively for YOU! At Heron and St Matthew’s GP Practice, our commitment to compassionate care lies at the heart of our … [continue] Your Voice Matters: Introducing Our New Patient Leaflet
People Urged To Use NHS Services Wisely During Consultants Strike
All NHS services are expected to be under greater pressure than normal during the consultants’ strike from 24-26 August, 2023. Please follow the NHS’ advice during this time, to help … [continue] People Urged To Use NHS Services Wisely During Consultants Strike
People Urged To Use NHS Services Wisely During Junior Doctors’ Strike
NHS leaders in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are urging people to think carefully about which health service they should use ahead of a junior doctors’ strike later this week, when … [continue] People Urged To Use NHS Services Wisely During Junior Doctors’ Strike
Samaritans Awareness Day – 24th July 2023
July is the Samaritan’s annual Talk to Us month, reminding people that they are there to help. Every July, Samaritans branches across the UK and Ireland hold local events to … [continue] Samaritans Awareness Day – 24th July 2023
Changes to your online services
Dear patients, We are undertaking some changes to our online consultation system and are changing provider. In the meantime, we are making use of Accurx online triage system. Please make … [continue] Changes to your online services
Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2023 (19th – 24th June 2023)
This week is important. It’s Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2023 (19th – 24th June 2023). We’re supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust because we want you to have all the facts … [continue] Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2023 (19th – 24th June 2023)
Choosing the right service this Bank Holiday
Please follow the NHS’ advice to help you get the right care, in the right place, as quickly as possible during bank holiday weekends, when services such as GP practices … [continue] Choosing the right service this Bank Holiday
Mental Health Awareness Week – 15 – 21 May 2023
Many people across the UK told @mentalhealth that they feel anxious some or all of the time. We’re proud to support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek to help raise awareness of anxiety and share … [continue] Mental Health Awareness Week – 15 – 21 May 2023
Choosing the right service over the May Bank Holidays
Please follow the NHS’ advice to help you get the right care, in the right place, as quickly as possible during bank holiday weekends, when services such as GP practices … [continue] Choosing the right service over the May Bank Holidays
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 2023
April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and the charity Bowel Cancer UK has launched the #KnowTheHigh5 campaign to raise awareness of the red flag symptoms of the disease. Watch the … [continue] Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 2023
World Oral Health Day – 20 March
World Oral Health Day is back on 20 March. This year’s campaign is “Be Proud of Your Mouth”. You should never delay looking after your #mouth. Good Oral Health is … [continue] World Oral Health Day – 20 March
Eating Disorders Awareness Week 27 February – 5 March 2023
Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) will be back 27 February – 5 March 2023. This year Beat, the eating disorders charity, is focusing on eating disorders in men. Around 1.25 … [continue] Eating Disorders Awareness Week 27 February – 5 March 2023
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2023
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week takes place 23 – 29 January, and we’re supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust to raise awareness of cervical cancer, and how one day we can make … [continue] Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2023
Have you heard of VitaMinds?
Worried about your mental wellbeing? We all experience times when we feel like we can’t cope, sometimes this can start to affect our everyday lives and prevent us from doing … [continue] Have you heard of VitaMinds?
Get in the know about your mental health and wellbeing across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR)
The NHS and, the local authorities and members of the voluntary and community sector across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) are working together to increase and promote the help that … [continue] Get in the know about your mental health and wellbeing across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR)
NHS invites people 50 and over for autumn boosters and flu jab
Millions of people aged 50 and over will be able to book their autumn booster and flu vaccines tomorrow, as the NHS Covid-19 and flu programmes continue to protect the … [continue] NHS invites people 50 and over for autumn boosters and flu jab