Dr Jehangir's Surgery

13/07/2026

"Don't underestimate the risks. Just because you're fit and healthy, you're not safe."

More than 2,700 people may have died from heat-related causes during the exceptionally hot weather in May and June in England and Wales, experts' estimates suggest.

Here's what to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke: https://bbc.in/44mxRtI

12/07/2026

03/07/2026

Know the common symptoms of a heart attack and stroke.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, seek medical care immediately ⬇️

24/06/2026

*** IMPORTANT ***

Due to the predicted weather forecast for tomorrow (Thursday) and Friday, bin collections will start ONE HOUR EARLIER on those days.

In the interest of health and wellbeing for our staff, they will start their rounds at 6.30am (instead of the usual 7.30am).

This applies to properties in Zones 4 (parts of Colne) and 9 (Higham, Fence and parts of Nelson) on Thursday and Zones 5 (parts of Nelson and Colne) and 10 (parts of Nelson) on Friday.

The changes will impact on refuse, recycling and commercial collections.

Please make sure your bins are put out early in the morning - or the evening before - and leave access to streets and properties clear.

Thank you for your cooperation

22/06/2026

A red heat-health alert has been issued across parts of England until 25 June. This is the highest level of alert and indicates a risk to everyone's health, not just vulnerable groups.

Learn more about how to stay safe in hot weather.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

22/06/2026

In the summer months it’s great to open balcony doors and let the fresh air in.

But young children can and, too often, do fall from balconies and suffer serious injuries.

That’s why it’s so important to stay with young children if the balcony door is open and keep the doors locked when not in use.

Plus, don’t forget this applies to holiday homes or places you’re visiting too. Accidents can happen very quickly so please stay safe.

20/06/2026

takes place every year in June. This year it runs from the 8 to 14 June.

Children can develop Type 1 Diabetes at any time – Parents don’t ignore signs of

The 4Ts of Type 1 Diabetes are:
😴1. Tired - feeling more tired than usual
🚰2. Thirsty - child being really thirsty
🚽3. Toilet - going to the loo a lot, bedwetting starts unexpectedly
⚖️4. Thinner - losing weight or looking thinner

If symptoms develop, get your child’s blood sugar checked that day. For further information see http://pha.site/type1

19/06/2026

The HPV vaccine is saving lives.

New research by Queen Mary University of London and Cancer Research UK shows deaths have fallen sharply since school-age girls began being offered it in 2008, and around 200 lives have been saved in England so far thanks to the vaccine.

The vaccine protects against high-risk HPV, a virus that can lead to cervical cancer and some other cancers.

Both girls and boys can get protection from high-risk HPV by having the HPV vaccination in their teenage years. It not only protects against cervical cancer, but other types of cancer too.

You can help protect your child by giving consent for them to have their vaccination when invited.

And remember: cervical screening is still important, even if you’ve had the HPV vaccine.

Learn more: https://news.cancerresearchuk.org/2026/06/18/new-data-shows-the-hpv-vaccine-is-saving-lives-from-cervical-cancer/