Blofield Surgery

06/11/2026

Growing a mo' this Movember? It's the perfect time to talk about men's health. 💙

Movember focuses on three important areas of men's health: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and su***de prevention.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. Testicular cancer is more common in younger men, so getting to know what's normal for you can help you spot changes early. If you notice anything new or unusual, speak to your GP. 🩺

Mental health matters too. Talking to someone you trust – a friend, family member or healthcare professional – can make a real difference, and you don't have to wait until things feel unmanageable to reach out. 💬

Find out more about Movember and men's health: https://movember.com/

04/11/2026

Flu season is here – simple habits can help stop germs spreading. 🧼

Washing your hands is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and others from illnesses such as viruses. Use soap and water and wash for around 20 seconds, cleaning your palms, the backs of your hands, between your fingers, your fingertips and your thumbs.

Wash your hands after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose, after using the toilet, and before eating or preparing food. If soap and water aren't available, an alcohol-based hand sanitiser is a good alternative.

Catch coughs and sneezes in a tissue, bin it, then wash your hands. 🤧

NHS advice on how to wash your hands:
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/best-way-to-wash-your-hands/

Difference between cold and flu: https://patient.info/features/infections/difference-between-cold-and-flu

03/11/2026

‼️Friends and Family October Results‼️

Thank you to all our lovely patients for completing our Friends and Family questionnaire for October.

Out of 338 reviews completed, 290 were very good, 76 were good, 3 neutral, 4 don’t know, 3 poor and 2 very poor

We really do appreciate your comments.

Many thanks,
Blofield Surgery

02/11/2026

‼️DNA figures for October ‼️

We had approx.3400 available appointments in September and out of that 154 patients did not attend their appointment.

The breakdown is as follows:-

GPs 29

Nurse Practitioners 26

Practice Nurses 43

Healthcare assistants 23

Physio 0

Mental Health/wellbeing 14

Pharmacy team 9

If you wish to cancel an appointment, please cancel through our website, the NHS app or call and leave a message on option 1.

Many thanks

Blofield Surgery

02/11/2026

Need a letter or some information from your GP surgery? You may be able to request it through the NHS App. 📱

From the home screen, go to Appointments, select 'Request a letter or information', answer the questions and send your request. Depending on your GP surgery, this could include things like a fit note or test results.

NHS App help videos show you how to do this step by step, and you can turn on British Sign Language (BSL) and read video transcripts. 🤟

Watch the NHS App help videos, including BSL:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/help/videos/

30/10/2026

Do you know how many calories your body needs each day? 🍎

Calorie needs are different for everyone. Your age, s*x, height, weight and activity levels can all affect how much energy your body needs each day.

The Patient.info Calorie Calculator can give you a personalised estimate of your daily calorie needs based on these factors. It can help you understand approximately how many calories you may need to maintain, lose or gain weight. 🥗

Remember, a calorie calculator provides an estimate rather than an exact target. Your metabolism, body composition, health and individual circumstances can all affect your energy needs. If you have a health condition or need personalised dietary advice, speak to a healthcare professional or dietitian. 🩺

Try the Patient.info Calorie Calculator:
https://patient.info/healthy-living/calorie-calculator?utm_source=chatgpt.com

28/10/2026

How healthy is your heart? An NHS Health Check can help you understand your risk of cardiovascular disease. ❤️

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) includes conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, such as heart disease and stroke. Your risk can be influenced by several factors, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, age and family history. Some factors cannot be changed, but there are important steps you can take to reduce your overall risk.

An NHS Health Check is a free check of your cardiovascular health. It usually includes checking your blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as discussing your family history, physical activity, smoking, alcohol use and other factors that may affect your health. 🩺

High blood pressure and high cholesterol often have no symptoms, so having them checked can help identify potential problems before you know anything is wrong.

NHS Health Checks are generally offered every five years to eligible people aged 40 to 74 who do not already have certain pre-existing conditions. If you're eligible but haven't been invited, you can contact your GP practice. 💙

NHS Health Check information:
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

26/10/2026

Breast screening can help find breast cancer before you notice any signs or symptoms. 🎀

NHS breast screening uses X-rays called mammograms to look for breast cancers that may be too small to see or feel. Finding breast cancer earlier can mean treatment is more likely to be successful.

If you're eligible for NHS breast screening, you'll be invited when it's time for your appointment. When you receive your invitation, please take the time to read the information provided and arrange your screening.

Screening is for people without symptoms. If you notice a new lump, changes to the size or shape of your breast, ni**le or skin changes, or anything else that is unusual for you, do not wait for your next screening invitation – contact your GP. 💗

NHS breast screening information:
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/

23/10/2026

National Health Education Week is a reminder that good health information should be useful and accessible to everyone. 💙

For people with a physical disability or limited mobility, staying active can sometimes require a different approach, but there are many ways to adapt exercise around your individual abilities and needs.

Physical activity can support heart health, strength, joints, maintaining a healthy weight and mental wellbeing. Everyday movements can also form part of staying active, and exercises can often be adapted so they can be completed seated or with mobility aids.

Start with manageable activities, listen to your body and gradually build up what you do. There is no single exercise plan that will suit everyone, so consider speaking to a healthcare professional before starting a new exercise routine if you're unsure what is appropriate for you. 🩺

Focus on what you can do and find activities that work for your body. Every bit of movement counts. 💙

Patient.info guide to exercising with a physical disability:
https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-stay-fit-if-you-have-a-physical-disability

22/10/2026