Head and Neck Cancer There are over 12,000 new cases of head and neck cancers in the UK every year, and around 4,100 deaths. It’s the 8th most common cancer in the UK. The most common areas for cancer to develop are: mouth, lips and tongue voice box throat salivary glands nose and sinuses Since … Continued
Decision Aid: Chronic Pain This NHS decision tool is for people aged 16 and older with chronic pain. Chronic pain means pain that lasts for three months or more. The decision aid can help you with options for living well. The Chronic Pain decision aid can be downloaded, or completed below.
This is an easy-read guide about Quitting Smoking. It was made by the NHS and can be downloaded or printed.
This easy-read guide shows you who can get free NHS prescriptions.
Free blood pressure checks at Pharmacies If you are over 40, you can get a free blood pressure check at a local pharmacy. No appointment is needed. You can find pharmacies offering free blood pressure checks on the NHS website. Why is it important? High blood pressure is the biggest cause of cardiovascular disease, which … Continued
Period Delay How can I delay my period? Under new practice prescribing policy and safety concerns of medication to delay periods, we have made the decision that we will no longer prescribe medication to stop periods for holidays, pilgrimages, or sport, as this is not a clinical need. Pharmacies are able to prescribe medication privately … Continued
Use this tool to enter your blood pressure reading and find out what it means, along with information on how to reduce a high reading.
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Fear of Flying Biddlestone Health Group have taken the decision to no longer prescribe sedatives like Benzodiazepines and Zopiclone for fear of flying. This policy decision has been made by the GP Partners and is adhered to by all prescribers working in the practice. The reasons for this can be found below: Benzodiazepines (like Diazepam) … Continued
