Blakeney Surgery

27/07/2026

Please note the change of venue for the below

16/07/2026

Please see below our extended access clinics for the week commencing 20th July

07/07/2026

Please see details below for The Forest of Dean Armed Forces Support Network

26/06/2026

💜 Cervical Screening (Smear) Clinic at GRH this Saturday💜

📍 Gynaecology Outpatients, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
📅 Saturday 27 June 9:30am-1:30pm
⏰ 09:30–12:30

Have you received a letter or text saying your smear test is due?

If you’re due for cervical screening and can’t get an appointment, feel unsure about the process or would prefer to see a female clinician, we’re here to help.

Our friendly, all-female nursing team offers a calm, supportive and non-judgemental environment.

✔ Book in advance or drop in (last Saturday of every month)
📞 To book: 07813 400096

Open to anyone with a cervix, including women, trans men and non-binary people.

Cervical screening is simple and takes around 10 minutes. 💜

23/06/2026

☀️ Hot weather is here! Our maternity team is here to help you keep your newborn cool and safe with these simple but important tips 👶💛

👶🏻 Keep your baby out of direct sunlight — their delicate skin is highly sensitive to UV rays

🌂 Use a clip-on sunshade or parasol on the pram — avoid blankets or muslins as they can trap heat

🌡️ Aim for a room temperature of 16°C to 20°C — a room thermometer can help you keep track

🌀 Use a fan to circulate air, but never leave it running unattended while baby sleeps

🏠 Open windows and keep blinds or curtains closed during the day to help rooms stay cooler

📱 You can view or download our full guide to extreme heat for newborns to keep handy on your phone or tablet: https://ow.ly/b7gM50Wcnao

🔗 More information from NHS UK: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/first-aid-and-safety/safety/safety-in-the-sun

💙 Stay cool, stay safe — and don’t hesitate to contact your midwife or health visitor with any concerns.

23/06/2026

🌡️ Hot weather can make homes uncomfortable and increase health risks, especially for older people, babies, young children and those with health conditions.

🏡 Help keep your home cool by:
✅ Closing blinds and curtains on windows in direct sunlight
✅ Spending time in the coolest part of your home
✅ Opening windows when it is cooler outside than indoors and it is safe to do so

Take care in the hot weather. ☀️

23/06/2026

Infant Feeding in Hot Weather 🌞
For babies under 6 months old

Breastfeeding:
Offer additional breastfeeds.
Baby is likely to want little and often.
NO WATER NEEDED!

Combination Feeding:
Offer additional breastfeeds.
DO NOT water down formula feeds.
Additional water not needed.

Exclusively Expressing:
Express more frequently and to comfort level as required.
Offer additional expressed breastmilk.
Baby will likely want to feed little and often.

Formula Feeding:
Offer usual formula feeds.
DO NOT water down formula feeds.
Baby may want to feed little and often.
Offer sips of cooled boiled water between feeds if required.

For Babies Over 6 months Old
Breast or Combi Feeding:
Offer extra breastfeeds. Baby likely to want little and often.
Offer sips of water from a cup when needed.

Exclusively pumping or Formula Feeding:
Offer formula feeds, alongside solids, as usual.
Offer sips of water, from a cup, between feeds if required.

Thank you to the Maternity Infant Feeding Team for sharing their poster.

https://www.nhs.uk/baby/first-aid-and-safety/safety/safety-in-the-sun/

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23/06/2026

☀️ Heading out in the hot weather?

High temperatures can affect anyone, but some people are more at risk, including older adults, babies, young children and those with long-term health conditions.

Stay well by:
💧 Drinking plenty of fluids
🌳 Staying in the shade when the sun is strongest (11am–3pm)
🏃 Avoiding strenuous physical activity during the hottest part of the day

Take care of yourself and check in on family, friends and neighbours who may need extra support.

23/06/2026

During this heatwave, it’s important to know that some mental health medications can affect how your body responds to heat, increasing the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

This can include some antidepressants, antipsychotics and anti-anxiety medicines.

If you take medication:
💧 Drink plenty of water
🏠 Stay cool and avoid the hottest part of the day
💊 Keep medicines stored according to the instructions and out of direct heat and sunlight
⚠️ Never stop taking prescribed medication without medical advice

If you feel unwell, dizzy, confused, unusually agitated, or think you may be experiencing heat exhaustion, seek medical advice.

For more information, speak to your pharmacist, GP, NHS 111, or visit the NHS and GOV.UK heat health guidance - www.gov.uk/guidance/mental-health-medications-and-extreme-weather

16/06/2026