South & East Leeds General Practice Group

South & East Leeds General Practice Group We are a GP federation formed by 30 GP practices in South and East Leeds, with over 220,000 patients.

Ever wondered how many calories your body uses just to keep you alive? 💙Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of...
07/08/2026

Ever wondered how many calories your body uses just to keep you alive? 💙

Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body needs each day to carry out basic functions such as breathing, circulating blood, regulating temperature and supporting your organs 🫀🫁

Knowing your BMR can help you better understand your energy needs and can be useful if you're looking to manage your weight, improve your fitness or make healthier lifestyle choices 👍

Your BMR is influenced by factors such as:
• age
• s*x
• height and weight
• muscle mass
• overall health 🏃

While BMR is only one part of the picture, understanding it can help you make more informed decisions about your nutrition and activity levels 💪🥗

Use the Patient Info BMR Calculator to find out more about your body's energy needs 💫

Find out your BMR here:
https://patient.info/healthy-living/basal-metabolic-rate-calculator

August is National Immunisation Awareness Month, a great opportunity to learn more about the vaccines that help protect ...
05/08/2026

August is National Immunisation Awareness Month, a great opportunity to learn more about the vaccines that help protect children from serious illnesses 💉💙

Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to protect against infectious diseases and help keep our communities healthy 👍

The MMRV vaccine protects children against four illnesses:
• Measles
• Mumps
• Rubella
• Varicella (chickenpox) 👶

These illnesses can sometimes lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, meningitis and other health problems ⚠️

The MMRV vaccine is offered as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme and helps provide important protection during early childhood 💙

Making sure your child receives their vaccinations on time helps protect them and those around them 🛡️

If you're unsure whether your child is up to date with their vaccinations, speak to your GP practice for advice 👍

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/

Living with Crohn’s or Colitis can affect much more than just your gut 💜These lifelong conditions can impact work, educa...
04/08/2026

Living with Crohn’s or Colitis can affect much more than just your gut 💜

These lifelong conditions can impact work, education, relationships, and mental wellbeing – even when symptoms aren’t visible 💬

Around 1 in 120 people in the UK are living with Crohn’s or Colitis, yet many people still don’t fully understand the reality of these conditions 🤝

By raising awareness, we can help reduce stigma and support those living with invisible illnesses

Find trusted information and support here:
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk

03/08/2026

Think you might have a urinary tract infection (UTI)? Your local pharmacy may be able to help 💊💙

UTIs are common infections that can affect the bladder, urethra or kidneys. Symptoms can include:
• pain or a burning sensation when p*eing
• needing to p*e more often or urgently
• cloudy or strong-smelling urine
• pain in your lower tummy ⚠️

Through the NHS Pharmacy First service, eligible women aged 16 to 64 with uncomplicated UTI symptoms may be able to receive advice and treatment directly from a pharmacist without needing a GP appointment 👍

Getting treatment quickly can help relieve symptoms and prevent the infection from becoming more serious 💙

If symptoms are severe, you have a high temperature, back pain, are pregnant, or symptoms do not improve, you should seek further medical advice 🩺

Your pharmacist is highly trained and can advise on the most appropriate treatment for you 🤝

Find out more:
https://www.england.nhs.uk/primary-care/pharmacy/pharmacy-services/pharmacy-first/
https://patient.info/kidney-urinary-tract/urinary-tract-infections

Do you know your heart age? ❤️Your heart age may be older than your actual age depending on factors such as blood pressu...
31/07/2026

Do you know your heart age? ❤️

Your heart age may be older than your actual age depending on factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, smoking, weight and lifestyle ⚠️

The NHS Heart Age Tool is a quick way to learn more about your heart health and understand your future risk of conditions like heart disease and stroke 💙

Small healthy changes can make a big difference over time 🚶‍♀️🥗💧

Take a few minutes to check your heart age today 👍

Search: NHS Heart Age Calculator 🔍

29/07/2026

Pregnancy screening tests are offered during pregnancy to help check the health of you and your baby 💙👶

These tests can help identify the chance of certain conditions early on, allowing you to access the right care, support and information throughout your pregnancy 👍

Screening tests offered during pregnancy may include checks for:
• Down’s syndrome, Edwards’ syndrome and Patau’s syndrome
• sickle cell disease and thalassaemia
• infectious diseases such as HIV, hepatitis B and syphilis
• physical conditions identified during ultrasound scans 🩺

You’ll also be offered ultrasound scans during pregnancy, including the dating scan and the 20-week screening scan 👶

It’s important to remember that screening tests are your choice. Your midwife or healthcare team will explain each test, what it looks for and what the results may mean so you can decide what feels right for you 💫

If you have any questions or concerns, speak to your midwife or maternity team for advice and support 💙

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/your-pregnancy-care/screening-tests/

Have you changed your phone number, address or email recently? Keeping your contact details up to date with your GP prac...
27/07/2026

Have you changed your phone number, address or email recently? Keeping your contact details up to date with your GP practice is really important 💙

Having the correct contact information helps us:
• contact you about appointments or test results
• send important health updates and reminders
• make sure you receive screening invitations and vaccination information
• avoid delays in your care 👍

Incorrect or outdated details can sometimes mean missed appointments, missed messages or difficulty contacting you when needed ⚠️

If your details have changed recently, please let us know as soon as possible so we can make sure your records stay accurate 📞📧🏡

Thank you for helping us keep your information up to date 💙

What's happening this summer and autumn for Crohns and Colitis?Big Summer Skip Challenge ☀️ Ready to skip your way throu...
25/07/2026

What's happening this summer and autumn for Crohns and Colitis?

Big Summer Skip Challenge ☀️ Ready to skip your way through summer? Take on the Big Summer Skip Challenge and help raise vital funds for people living with Crohn's and Colitis. Whether you're skipping solo, with friends or as part of a team, every skip helps support life-changing research, services and campaigning. Find out more and sign up today:
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/challenges/big-summer-skip-2026

Run 60 Challenge 🏃 Challenge yourself this September! Take on the Run 60 challenge by running 60 miles throughout September while raising money to support everyone affected by Crohn's and Colitis. Whether you're an experienced runner or just getting started, every mile makes a difference. Find out more and register:
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/challenges/run-60-miles-in-september-challenge

Cake & a Cuppa 🧁 Bake. Brew. Make a difference. Gather your friends, family or colleagues for a Cake & a Cuppa fundraiser and help support people living with Crohn's and Colitis. The best part? You can hold your event at any time of the year, making it easy to fit around your schedule. Find out more and download everything you need to get started:
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise/cake-a-cuppa

Are you getting enough sleep? 😴💙Sleep debt builds up when you regularly miss out on the amount of sleep your body needs....
24/07/2026

Are you getting enough sleep? 😴💙

Sleep debt builds up when you regularly miss out on the amount of sleep your body needs. Even losing a small amount of sleep over time can affect your mood, concentration, energy levels and overall health ⚠️

Poor sleep can also increase your risk of health problems including stress, anxiety, high blood pressure and weight gain 🛌

The Patient Info Sleep Debt Calculator can help you understand how much sleep you may be missing and encourage healthier sleep habits 👍

Good sleep habits can include:
• keeping a regular sleep routine
• reducing screen time before bed
• avoiding caffeine late in the day
• creating a calm sleep environment 🌙

Try the sleep debt calculator here:
https://patient.info/healthy-living/sleep-debt-calculator

22/07/2026

A painful rash, tingling or burning sensation could be shingles ⚠️💙

Your local pharmacy may be able to help through Pharmacy First, meaning you may not need to wait for a GP appointment 👍

Shingles symptoms can include:
• pain or tingling on the skin
• a rash on one side of the body
• itchy or fluid-filled blisters

Getting treatment early can help reduce symptoms and complications 💊

Speak to your pharmacist for advice if you think you may have shingles 💙

Search: NHS shingles pharmacy first 🔍

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1st Floor, Park Edge Practice
Leeds
LS141HX

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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