NHS Bexhill Primary Care Network

Measles cases are rising in England. Are you and your child protected? It's never too late to have the MMR vaccine. Ask your GP practice if you're not sure if you have had both doses or to get booked in. For more information ➡️ nhs.uk/MMR

Have you had a test or scan at #BexhillCommunityDiagnosticCentre in the last year? How long did you wait? How did you get to the centre? What was your experience? Tell us your experience via our short survey ow.ly/kM6P50Qyb0r #healthwatchengland #healthwatcheastsussex

If you are sent a free NHS bowel cancer screening kit in the post, make sure you do it. The kit tests for early signs of bowel cancer. It is easy to do and you can ask someone you trust like a carer to help. For an easy read guide, visit: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/646dfec3… [PDF]

View your test results, order repeat prescriptions and much more. Manage your health the easy way with the NHS App. Start using the NHS App today ➡️ nhs.uk/app

Pay less for your HRT with the HRT Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC). This could save you money if you pay for more than two HRT prescriptions within 12 months. Before you apply, check that your medicines are covered by the HRT PPC 🔽 nhsbsa.nhs.uk/help-nhs-presc…

FREE NHS Health Check! Have you had your Car MOT? Time to get your heart MOT too😉 40 minutes you will leave with a BMI score, blood pressure, cholesterol and your heart age. Check if you're eligible, book TODAY! Call 01323 404600 #NHSHealthCheck #HeartHealth #HealthMOT

We want to help people get the right healthcare in the right place at the right time, so we'd like to know... You've got a headache, sore throat, and a runny nose but no temperature. What would you do?

View your appointments, order repeat prescriptions and much more. Manage your health the easy way with the NHS App. Start using the NHS App today. ➡️ nhs.uk/app

We'd like to hear from #taxi companies & drivers, & residents who use taxis in #Rother, on proposed rule changes for a taxi licence. Changes include disability & safeguarding training, & passenger safety. The consultation runs until March 8 2024. Visit: ow.ly/nvJw50Qz7pF

Measles can have serious and sometimes fatal consequences, and is still common in many countries worldwide. Before you travel, make sure you & your loved ones are up to date with #MMR vaccinations.

Want more from 2024? Feeling sluggish? Clothes feeling snugger? Want to make a change and would like support? Gloji is an online programme you can access from your own home. You have the option of being supported with a gloji mentor! gloji.co.uk @gloji_health

In clinic observing fab FCP Podiatrist @EmmaDiplock at @BexhillPCN, who helped many active older women today maintain their fitness by diagnosing and treating a range of foot and ankle conditions, currently hampering their daily walks! Every PCN needs a Podiatrist! 👏

There were an average of 688 people in hospital every day last week with norovirus. Norovirus can spread very easily. Washing your hands with soap and water is an easy way to protect yourself and others. ➡️ nhs.uk/norovirus

A new series of webinars to support parents and carers has been announced. The @SPFT_NHS CAMHS Participation team will be delivering sesions on disordered eating, challenging behaviour, cyber safety and more. Book online: ticketlab.co.uk/series/id/1206…

National HIV Testing Week starts Monday 5 February. If you have HIV, finding out means you can start treatment and stay healthy. Once you’re on treatment and your viral load is undetectable, you can’t pass the virus on to anyone else. Find out more: (startswithme.org.uk)

From today, you can now use the NHS App to access prescriptions for the very first time, allowing you to track when your prescriptions are issued and view your prescribed medication. Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/nhs-app/nhs-ap…

#Measles can be a serious infection that can lead to complications, especially in young children & those with weakened immune systems. Measles spreads easily but it is preventable. Make sure you & your loved ones are up to date with your #MMR jabs or catch up on any missed jabs.

View your health records, order repeat prescriptions and much more. Manage your health the easy way with the NHS App. Find out how you can securely view your health records in the NHS App. nhs.uk/nhs-services/g…

"It is absolutely unacceptable to be marketing vapes to children." @CMO_England Professor Chris Whitty explains why vapes should only be used by smokers as a tool to quit. Details: gov.uk/government/new… #SmokefreeGeneration"

Measles cases are rising across England. 2 doses of the MMR vaccine provide the best protection against measles, mumps and rubella. For more information and how to book ➡️ nhs.uk/MMR