🍷 It's Alcohol Awareness Week! 🍻 Let's reflect on our drinking habits and make healthier choices. Moderation is key to maintaining good health. 🔍 Learn more! ➡️ nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-adv… #alcoholawareness #alcohol #healthcare

Babies, children, and older adults are especially vulnerable to dehydration in hot weather. ☀️ Check the NHS website for signs to watch for and steps to take: nhs.uk/conditions/dehydratio… #dehydration #nhs #summer

☀️ Stay safe during the UK heatwave! 🌞 Use SPF 30+ sunscreen, apply generously, reapply every 2 hours, wear hats & sunglasses, and seek shade from 11 am-3 pm. Protect your skin from harmful UV rays to prevent sunburn and reduce skin cancer risk. #SunSafety #Heatwave #SPFTips

Hay Fever Alert! 🌼 High pollen counts reported across England! To manage symptoms: 🌸 Keep windows/doors closed 🌸 Shower & change after being outside 🌸 Use antihistamines & nasal sprays 🌸 For severe symptoms, contact your GP or pharmacist #HayFever #PollenAlert #Healthcare

📬 Don't Miss Your Cervical Screening! If you've received an invitation for cervical screening but haven't booked your appointment yet, it's not too late. Reach out to your GP surgery or local sexual health clinic to schedule your screening. #CervicalScreening #HealthCheck

Wishing a Joyous Eid al-Adha to Our Muslim Community Members! 🌙 From all of us at Pier Health, we wish you and your family a happy and peaceful Eid al-Adha. May this special occasion bring you and your loved ones joy, health, and prosperity. #EidMubarak #EidAlAdha

🚨 Heart Attack Awareness 🚨 Early symptoms of a heart attack aren’t always severe. It can feel like a squeezing in the chest or a general feeling of unease. Don’t wait—call 999 and describe your symptoms. #HeartHealth #EmergencyAwareness #StaySafe

🚴‍♀️ Happy #CyclingWeek ! 🚴‍♂️ Celebrate by exploring Weston-super-Mare's beautiful bike routes. Cycling boosts health & well-being, so hop on your bike and enjoy the ride! Check out the route map: n-somerset.gov.uk/my-service… Stay safe & have fun!  #WestonSuperMare #CycleSafe

Everyone aged 60 to 74 years who is registered with a GP is automatically sent an NHS bowel cancer screening kit every 2 years. If you’re sent a kit, be sure to remember to complete it. It could save your life. Learn more ➡️ nhs.uk/conditions/bowel-canc… #bowelcancer #nhs #screening

The NHS has reported 4,793 cases of whooping cough this year so far, compared to 858 in the whole of 2023. If you are pregnant, it's important to get the whooping cough vaccine to protect your newborn baby, as they are at greatest risk. Find out more: nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-wel…

Do you suffer from asthma or other lung conditions? Be aware that hot weather and thunderstorms can exacerbate your symptoms. ☀️ If you find the weather is making your symptoms worse and you're using your inhaler more, call NHS 111 for advice. #healthcare #nhs #summer

World No Tobacco Day - The Benefits of Quitting Smoking 🚭🌍 Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. Discover all the benefits of quitting smoking and find helpful resources: nhs.uk/better-health/quit-sm…  #WorldNoTobaccoDay #QuitSmoking #HealthyLiving

Diabetes UK have created an easy-to-use tool for you to discover your risk of Type 2 Diabetes Use it for yourself here ➡️ riskscore.diabetes.org.uk #diabetes #diabetesuk #healthcare

Warmer weather is enjoyable for many, but it can also mean an increased risk of getting insect bites and stings. See our advice on what to do if you've been bitten or stung, and when to get medical advice. ➡️ nhs.uk/conditions/insect-bit… #nhs #stings #healthcare

Epilepsy Week: Raise Awareness and Recognise the Symptoms 📢 This Epilepsy Week, let's come together to raise awareness and support those living with epilepsy.  Learn more:  nhs.uk/conditions/epilepsy/ #epilepsy #awareness #healthcare

Talking helps! 🗣 Did you know that NHS Talking Therapies can help people with a range of conditions such as health anxiety and panic attacks? The service is effective, confidential and free. You can refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk. #mentalhealth #talktherapy #nhs

Mental Health Awareness Week 🧠 Here are three simple tips to help you stay balanced: Practice Mindfulness 🧘‍♀️ Stay Active 🚶‍♂️ Connect with Others 🤝 Find more ways to manage stress: nhs.uk/mental-health/feeling… #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #StressManagement #Mindfulness

🎉 Happy #InternationalNursesDay! 🩺 Today, we're celebrating our incredible nursing team here at Milton Surgery. To show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication, we're treating them to some refreshing ice lollies to beat the heat! ❄️🍦 #NursesDay #HealthcareHeroes

Happy International Nurses Day to our amazing nursing team! 🌟 Did you know that International Nurses Day is celebrated on May 12th to honor the birth of Florence Nightingale? Here's to the superheroes in scrubs at our practices! #IND2024