Crofton and Sharlston Medical Practice

20/08/2026

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Call, go online or use the NHS App.

➡️ nhs.uk/111

17/08/2026

NHS Health Check
🩺 Your Health Matters – Book Your Free NHS Health Check Today! 🌟

Are you aged 40-74 and not already diagnosed with a long-term condition? Then you're eligible for a free NHS Health Check, a simple check-up that could make a big difference.

✅ Check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and risk of diabetes or heart disease
✅ Get tailored advice to help you stay healthy
✅ It’s quick, free, and could help prevent serious health issues

Taking 20 minutes now could add years to your life. 💙
📅 Book your NHS Health Check through your GP today!

🔗 Learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

14/08/2026

☀️ Stay Safe in Hot Weather ☀️
Many people enjoy warm summer days, but very hot weather can make some people feel unwell. It can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
Here are some simple ways to stay safe:
• Stay out of the sun between 11am and 3pm, when it is hottest.
• If you are exercising or walking the dog, try to do it in the morning or evening when it is cooler.
• Keep your home cool by closing curtains and windows in sunny rooms.
• When you go outside, wear a hat and sunglasses, stay in the shade, and use sunscreen.
• Drink plenty of water and avoid drinking too much alcohol.
• Check on family, friends and neighbours who may need extra help in the heat.
• Learn the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke so you know what to do if someone becomes unwell.
For more information, visit:
👉https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/
# HealthySummer

Find out how to keep cool and safe in a heatwave, and who is most at risk of heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

12/08/2026

☀️ Stay Safe in the Sun ☀️
Too much sun can damage your skin and increase the risk of skin cancer. Sunburn in childhood can be especially harmful, so it's important to stay protected.
✅ Cover up with a t-shirt and wide-brimmed hat.
✅ Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
✅ Use SPF 30+ sunscreen and reapply it every 2 hours.
✅ Stay in the shade, especially between 11am and 3pm when the sun is strongest.
✅ Check your skin regularly for any new or changing moles or marks.
Remember: Clothes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and shade are the best ways to stay safe in the sun.
For more information: 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/ 🌞

11/08/2026

This Thursday at Crofton Health Centre

10/08/2026

08/08/2026

☀️ Stay Safe in Hot Weather ☀️
Many people enjoy warm summer days, but very hot weather can make some people feel unwell. It can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
Here are some simple ways to stay safe:
• Stay out of the sun between 11am and 3pm, when it is hottest.
• If you are exercising or walking the dog, try to do it in the morning or evening when it is cooler.
• Keep your home cool by closing curtains and windows in sunny rooms.
• When you go outside, wear a hat and sunglasses, stay in the shade, and use sunscreen.
• Drink plenty of water and avoid drinking too much alcohol.
• Check on family, friends and neighbours who may need extra help in the heat.
• Learn the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke so you know what to do if someone becomes unwell.
For more information, visit:
👉https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/
# HealthySummer

28/07/2026

World Hepatitis Day

Every year, more than a million lives are lost to hepatitis. Visit https://www.worldhepatitisday.org/, to learn more, help spread the message and raise awareness.