Fakenham Medical Practice

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Struggling with hay fever? You’re not alone 🌼Hay fever is a common allergic reaction to pollen that can cause sneezing, ...
24/06/2026

Struggling with hay fever? You’re not alone 🌼

Hay fever is a common allergic reaction to pollen that can cause sneezing, a runny or blocked nose, itchy eyes and throat, and coughing 🤧

While there’s no cure, there are lots of ways to manage your symptoms and feel more comfortable 👍

Simple things that can help include:
• Keeping windows and doors closed when pollen levels are high
• Showering and changing clothes after being outdoors
• Wearing sunglasses to protect your eyes from pollen 🌤️

A pharmacist can also help by recommending treatments such as antihistamines, nasal sprays or eye drops to ease your symptoms 💊

If your symptoms are severe or not improving with treatment, it’s important to speak to your GP for further advice 👨‍⚕️

Find out more:
NHS hay fever: https://ow.ly/jKnF50ZeA5V
Hay fever treatments: https://ow.ly/XnTA50ZeA6p

The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings as temperatures are expected to rise significantly across parts of the U...
23/06/2026

The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings as temperatures are expected to rise significantly across parts of the UK, with the potential for record-breaking June temperatures.
Hot weather can affect anyone, but older people, young children, pregnant women and those with long-term health conditions are particularly at risk.

To stay safe:
☀️ Keep out of the sun during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm)
💧 Drink plenty of water and avoid becoming dehydrated
🏠 Keep your home as cool as possible by closing curtains and blinds
👒 Wear loose, light-coloured clothing and a hat when outdoors
👵 Check on older relatives, neighbours and vulnerable friends
🚑 Seek medical advice if you or someone else becomes unwell due to the heat

Please take care of yourself and others during this period of hot weather.

For the latest forecasts and weather warnings, visit the Met Office:
https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/news-and-media/media-centre/weather-and-climate-news/2026/red-extreme-heat-warning-issued-with-june-temperature-records-forecast-to-break

📢 Did you know?Your local library can support you to manage your own health online!From using the NHS App to booking app...
23/06/2026

📢 Did you know?

Your local library can support you to manage your own health online!

From using the NHS App to booking appointments and ordering prescriptions, friendly staff are there to guide you step by step.

👩‍💻 One-to-one support sessions available
📍 In person or online

Find out more: www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries

The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings as temperatures are expected to rise significantly across parts of the U...
22/06/2026

The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings as temperatures are expected to rise significantly across parts of the UK, with the potential for record-breaking June temperatures.

Hot weather can affect anyone, but older people, young children, pregnant women and those with long-term health conditions are particularly at risk.

To stay safe:
☀️ Keep out of the sun during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm)
💧 Drink plenty of water and avoid becoming dehydrated
🏠 Keep your home as cool as possible by closing curtains and blinds
👒 Wear loose, light-coloured clothing and a hat when outdoors
👵 Check on older relatives, neighbours and vulnerable friends
🚑 Seek medical advice if you or someone else becomes unwell due to the heat

Please take care of yourself and others during this period of hot weather.

For the latest forecasts and weather warnings, visit the Met Office:
https://ow.ly/zLvK50Zf7xI

Looking to Grow Your Clinic? We Have Space Inside a Busy GP PracticeWe’re opening up newly refurbished clinical rooms wi...
22/06/2026

Looking to Grow Your Clinic? We Have Space Inside a Busy GP Practice

We’re opening up newly refurbished clinical rooms within our GP surgery and are looking for experienced, patient-focused practitioners to join us.

Why join us?
✔ Busy practice with strong daily footfall
✔ Trusted healthcare environment at the heart of the community
✔ Work alongside a multidisciplinary clinical team
✔ Flexible room options to suit your schedule

We’re especially interested in services such as:
Women’s health, dietetics, podiatry, Beauty therapist, massage therapist and more.

If you’re looking for a professional base to grow your service, we’d love to hear from you.

Message us directly or contact: [email protected]

Looking after your baby or toddler’s teeth starts earlier than you might think 💙You should begin brushing your child’s t...
22/06/2026

Looking after your baby or toddler’s teeth starts earlier than you might think 💙

You should begin brushing your child’s teeth as soon as their first milk tooth appears. This helps build a healthy routine and protects their teeth from decay 👍

For babies and toddlers up to age 3:
• Brush twice a day – last thing at night and once more during the day
• Use a smear of toothpaste (about the size of a grain of rice) with at least 1,000ppm fluoride
• Gently brush all teeth and gums, even if it’s just a little at first 🪥

For children aged 3–6:
• Use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste
• Help them brush until they’re confident (usually around age 7)
• Encourage them to spit out toothpaste and not swallow it 👍

It’s also important to limit sugary foods and drinks, as these can lead to tooth decay. Water and milk are the best choices for healthy teeth 🥛

Starting good habits early can make a big difference to your child’s oral health as they grow 💫

Find out more:
Baby & toddler teeth care: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/how-to-take-care-of-your-baby-or-toddlers-teeth/

Cervical screening can save lives 💙Cervical screening (previously called a smear test) is a quick and simple test that c...
19/06/2026

Cervical screening can save lives 💙

Cervical screening (previously called a smear test) is a quick and simple test that checks the health of your cervix and helps prevent cervical cancer 👍

It’s offered to women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64, with invitations sent every 5 years 📅

The test doesn’t check for cancer itself – it looks for a virus called HPV, which can cause changes to the cells in your cervix. These changes can be treated early to stop cancer developing 💉

At your appointment, a small sample of cells is taken from your cervix by a nurse or doctor. It only takes a few minutes, and you’ll be supported throughout to make you as comfortable as possible 🤝

Even if you feel well and have no symptoms, it’s important to attend your screening when invited – it’s one of the best ways to protect your health 💙

Find out more:
Cervical screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

Looking for a simple way to boost your health and support a good cause?Taking part in a walking challenge like “My WALK ...
18/06/2026

Looking for a simple way to boost your health and support a good cause?

Taking part in a walking challenge like “My WALK IT” can help improve your physical and mental wellbeing – while also raising awareness of Crohn’s and Colitis. 🚶

You don’t need to be an athlete – you can pick your distance and choose to do it in a day, a few weeks or the whole month of June. Every step you take is one towards a future free of IBD

Join here:
https://crohns-colitis-uk.sync.giving/mywalkit-2026/?utm_source=Social+Media&utm_medium=Post&utm_campaign=My+WALK+IT&utm_id=Redmoor+Health

Fakenham Medical Practice is proud to be a Veteran friendly practice. Armed Forces Day is an annual opportunity to thank...
17/06/2026

Fakenham Medical Practice is proud to be a Veteran friendly practice.

Armed Forces Day is an annual opportunity to thank the Armed Forces community for their work and to learn more about life in the Armed Forces. This year, Armed Forces Week starts on Monday 22nd June and Armed Forces Day is on Saturday 27th June.

There are so many ways you can support and thank the Armed Forces community for their work. To find out more, please visit The Armed Forces Day website:

https://armedforcesday.org.uk

Know your skin. It could save your life 💙Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, but spotting the signs...
17/06/2026

Know your skin. It could save your life 💙

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, but spotting the signs early can make a big difference to treatment and outcomes 👍

A helpful way to check your moles is the ABCDE checklist:
• A – Asymmetry: one half doesn’t match the other
• B – Border: edges are irregular, ragged or blurred
• C – Colour: uneven or multiple shades
• D – Diameter: larger than 6mm (about the size of a pencil eraser)
• E – Evolving: changing in size, shape, colour or feeling (e.g. itching or bleeding)

You should contact your GP if:
• a mole becomes painful, itchy, inflamed, bleeding or crusty
• you notice a new or unusual mark or lump that doesn’t go away
• a mole changes or looks different from others

Melanoma can appear anywhere on the body, not just sun-exposed areas, so it’s important to check your skin regularly 👀

Find out more:
Melanoma skin cancer: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/melanoma-skin-cancer/
Non-melanoma skin cancer: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/non-melanoma-skin-cancer/what-is-non-melanoma-skin-cancer/

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