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Diabetes and You course in Somali and Urdu

Do you have type 2 diabetes?

Diabetes and You is a course for anyone who has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. It’s available in English and Somali, aswell as English and Urdu. It is run by NHS dietitians, diabetes specialists and health links workers.
English and Urdu course dates
  • Course one: Tues 1st October 2024 AND Tues 8th October 2024, 9.30am-12.30pm
  • Course two: Wed 5th March 2025 AND Wed 12th March 2025 9.30am-12.30pm
English and Somali course date
  • Tues 5th Nov 2024 AND Tues 12th Nov 9.30am-12.30pm.
Venue: Wellbeing Settlement Site, 43 Cucie Road, Barton Hill

Flu and RSV vaccinations

We will soon be inviting eligible patients to book for their flu and RSV vaccinations. Once we have confirmed our clinics, we will send out links so you can book directly. Similar to previous years, we plan to have weekly clinics at different times of the day. Hopefully this will mean that everyone will find a suitable time for them. We really enjoy doing these clinics, as it is so nice to see so many familiar faces.

If you are over aged 75-79 years,  then we will also offer you the RSV vaccine. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major respiratory virus that is common over the winter period, typically November to February. For more information see https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2024/07/17/what-is-rsv-and-is-there-a-vaccine/

Green Impact for Health

This practice is delighted to be signed up to the Green Impact for Health Toolkit and is actively taking steps to reduce our carbon footprint.

The climate emergency is also a health emergency, and health care in the UK contributes 4-5% of the UK’s carbon emissions. We need to enhance the health of today’s population without compromising the health of future generations, and this means operating within the sustainable boundaries of the planet. Fortunately, most of the solutions for the planet also make our health better – for example eating a mainly plant-based diet, engaging in active travel and exercise in nature, avoiding smoking, reducing pollution etc. These all enhance our health and reduce our need for medications, with further benefits to the NHS, your health and the carbon footprint of healthcare. Take a look at www.greenerpractice.co.uk to learn more about this.

Nature in Newtown sessions

Join our Nature in Newtown sessions, led by Subitha.
Weekly on Wednesdays 10-11am.
Free to participate, meet at Lawrence Hill Health Centre.
Runs until Wednesday 14 Aug (no session Wednesday 3rd July).
Enjoy local surroundings, gentle exercise and time with community residents. Refreshments provided.
Phone Trinity Community Arts on 0117 935 1200 for more information, or just turn up!

Healthwatch Bristol

Healthwatch Bristol is your health and social care champion. If you use GPs and hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, care homes or other support services, we want to hear about your experiences. We have the power to make sure NHS leaders and other decision makers listen to your feedback and improve standards of care. We also help people find reliable and trustworthy information and advice.

Website: www.healthwatchbristol.co.uk/share-your-views

Call: 0117 2033594

Email: contact@healthwatchbristol.co.uk

Mindful Movement Class

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Mindful Movement Class!

Starting on Tuesday 14th May, from 10:00am-11:30am, we will be hosting weekly gentle yoga-based sessions in our Health Promotion Room. Led by yoga instructor Anna Raven, these sessions are tailored to be ultra-gentle, centred around deep breathing techniques while weaving in postures and movement throughout.

The sessions can be done either seated or mat-based, making it suitable for all levels of fitness and mobility. After each session,  we invite members to join us for tea and coffee in the garden to socialise and connect as a group.

We are initially offering these sessions as drop-in to gauge numbers and interest. This is ideal class for anyone who might want to improve their fitness, manage stress or simply connect with others.