Penryn Surgery

28/08/2026

🥚🍳 With an increase in salmonella cases linked to imported eggs, we're sharing some important advice to help you stay safe and know what to do if you become unwell. ⬇️

🥚 Nearly 500 people have become ill with salmonella. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is investigating, with cases linked to imported eggs.

To reduce your risk:
• Look for eggs with the British Lion mark or those produced under the Laid in Britain egg assurance scheme
• Avoid raw or undercooked eggs, particularly when eating out if you’re unsure where the eggs are from

For most fit and healthy people, salmonella infection will get better on its own within a few days. However, it can cause more serious illness in vulnerable people.

Symptoms usually develop 12–72 hours after infection and can include:
🤢 Diarrhoea
🤕 Stomach cramps
🤮 Vomiting
🌡️ Fever

If you develop symptoms, drink plenty of fluids to help prevent dehydration. It is better to avoid anti-diarrhoeal medicines if you can.

If you're concerned about your symptoms, contact your GP, visit 111 online 111.nhs.uk, or call 111 out of hours.

👉 Find out more about food poisoning: nhs.uk/conditions/food-poisoning

27/08/2026

Part of the Armed Forces Community? We're here to help. 💙

At Penryn Surgery, we are proud to be a Veteran Friendly GP Practice. If you have ever served in the UK Armed Forces, please let our reception team know so we can ensure your records reflect your veteran status and help signpost you to any support that may be available.

The Armed Forces Community Social Prescribing Service offers practical support and guidance from people who understand military life. Find out more in the post below and get in touch for an informal chat about how they can support your next steps. 👇

27/08/2026

👂 Living with tinnitus or know someone who is?

The Penryn Tinnitus Support Group starts this Friday and offers a welcoming space to share experiences, learn practical ways to manage tinnitus, and connect with others who understand what you're going through.

Please see the information below for details on how to join. 💙

The Penryn tinnitus support group begins this Friday 28th August.

Support groups offer support around tinnitus management and provide an opportunity to meet and get inspiration from others living with tinnitus.

Click the link in the comments to join the support group today. If you are looking for a support group more local to you, visit our website to find your closest group.

26/08/2026

🐞 Tick Awareness: Stay Safe Outdoors 🌿☀️

Ticks are commonly found in long grass, woodland, heathland and areas where wildlife and livestock may be present. While most tick bites are harmless, some ticks can carry infections such as Lyme disease.

✅ Help reduce your risk:
👣 Keep to paths where possible and avoid walking through long grass.
👖 Wear long sleeves and trousers when outdoors. Light-coloured clothing can make ticks easier to spot.
🧴 Use insect repellent on exposed skin and clothing.
🔎 Check yourself, children and pets for ticks after spending time outdoors, paying particular attention to behind the knees, around the waist, in the groin area and under the arms.

✅ If you find a tick:
• Remove it as soon as possible using a tick removal tool or fine-tipped tweezers.
• Grasp the tick close to the skin and pull upwards slowly and steadily.
• Clean the bite area with soap and water.

⚠️ After a tick bite, watch for symptoms such as a circular or "bullseye" rash, fever, fatigue, muscle aches or flu-like symptoms. If you develop any of these symptoms, contact your GP practice or NHS 111 for advice.

For further information, including how to remove a tick safely, watch the UK Health Security Agency video: 🎥
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzR1eja6Wa8

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26/08/2026

☀️ Visiting Cornwall this summer? 🌊

Whether you're on holiday or visiting friends and family, it's helpful to know where to get the right NHS care if you become unwell. From support from your own GP and Pharmacy First, to Minor Injury Units, NHS 111 and emergency services, our summer guide explains the best place to go for medical help while you're away from home.

👇 Read the full post below and please share with friends and family visiting Cornwall this summer. 💙🏖️🚑

26/08/2026

📢 Roadworks Reminder – Please Allow Extra Time for Your Journey 🚧

We would like to make patients aware that roadworks in the entrance to Saracen Way may cause delays when travelling to and from the surgery.

✅ Please allow extra time for your journey to ensure you arrive in time for your appointment.
✅ If you are running late due to traffic delays, please contact the surgery as soon as possible.
✅ Where possible, check local travel updates before setting off.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/roads-highways-and-pavements/roadworks/

Penryn Surgery Team 💙

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Find out about roadworks in Cornwall

25/08/2026

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25/08/2026

📣Nearly 4 million women will be offered HPV self-testing kits if they have not attended cervical screening appointments following invitations from the NHS in England.

The NHS is starting to roll out the new self-testing kits from today to encourage more women to complete their potentially lifesaving screening to detect human papillomavirus (HPV), which can increase the risk of cervical cancer.

The self-testing kit contains a swab, similar to a long cotton bud, which is used to collect a sample from the va**na. The sample is then posted back to the NHS for free, where it is checked for high-risk HPV.

Millions of women in England are to be offered HPV self-testing kits as the new service rolls out from today.

The kits will be offered to those who haven’t attended cervical screening following previous invitations, providing a discreet and convenient way to test for high-risk HPV at home.

➡️ https://www.england.nhs.uk/2026/08/nhs-rolls-out-discreet-home-testing-kits-against-cervical-cancer-for-millions-of-women/

19/08/2026

Promas are really excited to be working with Active Plus to be delivering a bespoke programme of activities and connection for unpaid carers in Cornwall, designed to help carers to look at things differently, focus on strengths and possibilities rather than limitations. The aim is to support carers to recognise their value, rebuild confidence, and rediscover a sense of purpose and self-worth, while feeling more connected to their community.
You will need to be able to attend all four sessions. YOU WILL GET A £20 M&S voucher - how good is that!
BOOK NOW - [email protected] 👇👍⭐🙂

19/08/2026

Free course for carers.
Is your sleep effected by your caring role, if the answer is yes this course may help.
Feedback from carers who have attended.

🔵Brilliant tutor, learnt so much and hopefully my sleep will improve!
🔵 So knowledgeable + understanding, great tutor really understands carers. I took so much from this course.
🔵I was not sure what I would get from this course, but due to my sleep patterns being awful I decided to go. Really pleased that I did, great tutor with loads of useful information.
🔵Thank you so much Promas. You provide so really great courses for carers and the sleep workshop was no exception. Brilliant, has made me see things differently😴💤🌙😴.
BOOK NOW details on the poster below 👇👇👇