The Rycote Practice

07/09/2026

For more information please visit:
https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/news/news/know-your-numbers-week-2026-7-13-september-date-for-the-diary.html

06/09/2026

Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month
September is gynaecological (gynae) cancer awareness month. If you've been diagnosed with womb, ovarian, vaginal or vulval cancer, or just want to be aware of symptoms, Macmillan can help.

For Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month this September, we share FAQs and advice about the different gynaecological cancer types, including womb and ovarian cancer.

05/09/2026

September is World Alzheimer's Month, with World Alzheimer's Day taking place on 21 September each year.

📌 Dementia is the UK's biggest killer, it affects us all and it devastates lives.
📌 Every 3 minutes someone in the UK develops dementia.
📌 1 in 3 people born in the UK today will go on to develop dementia in their lifetime.

For further information please visit:

World Alzheimer's Month takes place every September and World Alzheimer's Day is on 21 September each year. It's a global opportunity to raise dementia awareness and support people affected by the disease.

04/09/2026

Every September, Urology Awareness Month shines a spotlight on urology diseases.

There are many urology diseases. From the urology cancers, including – bladder, kidney, prostate, pe**le and testicular cancers to the benign conditions including incontinence, urinary tract infections (UTIs), erectile dysfunction and kidney stones.

This awareness Month is an opportunity to bring together the urology community – from researchers, urologists, nurses and allied healthcare professionals, influencers and decision makers, to patients and their families – and all those with an interest in urological diseases.

Throughout the Month we highlight stats and facts on urology health and share new videos and resources, deliver webinars, hold roadshows and health and wellbeing sessions, organise events and fundraising activities. There are lots of ways you can get involved and support the Month.

Urology Awareness Month is an annual campaign taking place in September to raise awareness of urology diseases. It is run by The Urology Foundation.

01/09/2026

Blood Cancer Awareness Month is held every September to raise the profile of blood cancer, which doesn't get the attention of other cancers. Every year, our blood cancer community comes together to raise awareness.

For further information please visit:

Say Blood Cancer

17/08/2026

ChatHealth, launched by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, provides confidential mental health support via text message, offering immediate access to advice and support for individuals experiencing a range of mental health challenges.

How the service works:

📌 Text 07312 263 127 to start a conversation
📌 A confirmation message is sent immediately
📌 The team aims to respond within one hour
📌 The service operates 24 hours a day, including weekends and bank holidays

17/08/2026

01/08/2026

World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) 1 - 7 August 2026

World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is a global campaign to raise awareness and galvanise action on themes related to breastfeeding.

For more information please visit: https://waba.org.my/wbw/

31/07/2026

The Patient Support Team work with GP's to address people's needs in a holistic way, aiming to connect people with non-medical community resources to address practical, social, and emotional needs affecting their health.

If you feel you would benefit from a referral, please contact the Reception Team, your GP or your Practice Nurse.

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24/07/2026

During the summer, many of us enjoy the longer days, warmer evenings, and time outdoors. But warmer weather also brings real risks to health, especially when temperatures climb higher than usual. The Met Office forecast for this summer suggests an increased chance of heatwaves, so now is the time to be prepared.

For more information on how to keep cool & stay well during hot weather please visit:

https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/23/how-to-keep-cool-and-stay-well-during-hot-weather/