Narrowcliff Surgery

03/09/2026

📰Our latest patient newsletter is now available to read online at https://narrowcliffsurgery.co.uk/patient-newsletters

14/08/2026

https://cep.org.uk/information-pages/top-tips-for-keeping-cool-during-hot-weather/

As temperatures rise, here are some easy ways to stay cool and save energy in your home.

05/08/2026

Is your health making it hard to stay in or find work?

Then why not get help from the WorkWell team, they can offer free confidential support if you're struggling with a physical or mental health condition.

Whether you're in work, on sick leave or out of work, if you need advice to manage your health and wellbeing or support to build your confidence, WorkWell can help.

You can refer into the service by completing the short form https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VF2DXQ8 and the team will get in touch to discuss.

Please share to anyone you know who could do with some support

04/08/2026

❤️Would you know the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest?
Know what to do in these emergencies and help spread the word.

03/08/2026

Breast cancer can cause a number of signs and symptoms.

Get used to checking regularly and be aware of anything that’s new or different for you. For more info: http://www.nhs.uk/breast-cancer

31/07/2026

☀️ When the sun shines it’s important to put your sunscreen on to protect your skin!

Everyone of all ages should take care in the sun, especially if you:

❗Have pale, white or light brown skin
❗Have freckles, red or fair hair
❗Tend to burn rather than tan
❗Have many moles
❗Have skin problems relating to a medical condition
❗Are only exposed to intense sun occasionally (for example, while on holiday)
❗Have a family history of skin cancer

People who spend a lot of time in the sun, whether it's for work or play, are at increased risk of skin cancer if they do not take the right precautions.

Read our advice on what to look for when buying and applying sunscreen: https://www.nhs.uk/sun

💻 www.nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

30/07/2026

📲 If you miss a call from your doctor don't worry! Our GPs will always try to contact you again the same day.

If you've only missed one phone call there is no need to call us back - you will still be on the call list and the doctor will try again.

🙏By waiting for a second call, you can help us to keep our telephones queues as short as possible and we thank you for your understanding and cooperation in this.

29/07/2026

🤔Do you know the 4 Ts of type 1 diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes is a condition where your body cannot make a hormone called insulin. This causes your blood sugar to get too high, and needs to be managed every day.

The most common symptoms are the 4 Ts:
➡️Toilet
➡️Thirsty
➡️Tired
➡️Thinner

If you think you or your child has any of these symptoms, ask for an urgent GP appointment or call 111.

💻For more information, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/type-1-diabetes/symptoms/

28/07/2026

🏫Have a child in school or about to start?

💉It’s a good time to check they are up to date with their vaccinations. Illnesses like measles and whooping cough can be serious, so to check for any missed vaccines, look in your child’s red book or speak to your GP practice.

💻Get more information and see the full childhood vaccination schedule here: www.nhs.uk/childhoodvaccinations

27/07/2026

🧑‍⚕️Did you know your pharmacist can help with 7 common conditions, meaning you don’t need to see your GP?

💊There are more than 90 pharmacies in Cornwall that can offer medical advice and help on the following health conditions…
• Earache (age 1 to 17)
• Sinusitis (age 12 and over)
• Sore throat (age 5 and over)
• Infected insect bite (age 1 and over)
• Impetigo, a skin infection (age 1 and over)
• Shingles (age 18 and over)
• Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women (age 16 to 64)

🧑‍⚕️Popping into your pharmacist means the NHS can free up GP appointments, helping to give people more choice on how they can access care.

🤒Don't wait for minor health concerns to get worse, think pharmacy first and get seen by your local pharmacy team.

💻To find local pharmacy locations and opening times visit: https://www.nhs.uk/find-a-pharmacy