Windmill Surgery

💙 Drowning Prevention Week 2026 💙

This week marks **Drowning Prevention Week**, led by the Royal Life Saving Society UK, raising awareness of water safety and helping to prevent accidental drowning.

Whether you're visiting the beach, a river, lake, canal, or swimming pool, it's important to stay safe around water. Drowning can happen quickly and silently, and many incidents are preventable with the right knowledge.

🌊 Remember:
✅ Always supervise children closely around water.
✅ Never swim alone.
✅ Check local conditions before entering the water.
✅ Avoid alcohol when participating in water activities.
✅ If you see someone in difficulty, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard (at the coast) or Fire and Rescue Service (inland waters).

If you unexpectedly find yourself in deep water, remember to **Float to Live**:
🫁 Tilt your head back with your ears submerged.
👐 Relax and try to control your breathing.
🌊 Move your hands and legs gently to stay afloat.
📢 Once calm, call for help or swim to safety.

Together, we can help keep our families and communities safe around water.

💜💚 Learning Disabilities Week | 15th–21st June 💚💜

This week, we're proud to support Learning Disabilities Week, a time to celebrate people with learning disabilities, raise awareness, and promote inclusion in our community. 🌟

A learning disability affects the way a person learns, understands information, and communicates. With the right support, people with learning disabilities can live healthy, fulfilling, and independent lives. 🤝💜

✨ Learning Disabilities Week is about:
💚 Celebrating achievements and strengths
💜 Promoting equality and inclusion
🗣️ Raising awareness and understanding
🤝 Challenging stigma and stereotypes
🌍 Creating communities where everyone belongs

Everyone deserves:
🏥 Equal access to healthcare
📚 Opportunities to learn and develop
💼 Access to employment and meaningful activities
❤️ Respect, dignity, and understanding

As your GP practice, we are committed to providing accessible, person-centred care for all our patients. If you or someone you care for has a learning disability and needs additional support, please let us know—we're here to help. 🤗

Together, we can build a more inclusive community where everyone feels valued and heard. 💜💚🌟

We are now closed and will be back open tomorrow as usual.
During this time if you need medical assistance please call 111

💙 Diabetes Awareness Week | 8th–14th June 💙

This week, we're helping raise awareness of diabetes and the importance of knowing the signs, managing your health, and accessing support. 🩺

Diabetes is a lifelong condition that affects millions of people across the UK. Early diagnosis and good management can help prevent serious complications and improve quality of life. 🌟

🚨 Common symptoms of diabetes include:
💧 Feeling very thirsty
🚽 Needing to urinate more often, especially at night
😴 Feeling tired all the time
⚖️ Unexplained weight loss
👀 Blurred vision
🩹 Cuts or wounds that are slow to heal

🏃‍♂️ Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference:
🥗 Eat a balanced diet
🚶 Stay active
💧 Stay hydrated
🩺 Attend your health checks
💊 Take medications as prescribed

If you're concerned about symptoms or would like advice about managing diabetes, please contact the practice. We're here to help. 🤝💙

💙👨 **Men's Health Week 2026** 👨💙

From **8th–14th June**, we're supporting **Men's Health Week**, a time to raise awareness of men's health and encourage positive steps towards better physical and mental wellbeing. 💪🌟

Looking after your health isn't just about when you're feeling unwell. Small changes can make a big difference:

✅ Stay active 🚶‍♂️
✅ Eat a balanced diet 🥗
✅ Get enough sleep 😴
✅ Look after your mental wellbeing 🧠💚
✅ Attend health checks and screenings 🩺
✅ Reach out for support when you need it 🤝

Many health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers, can be managed more effectively when detected early. Don't ignore symptoms or put off seeking advice.

This Men's Health Week, take a moment to prioritise your health—and encourage the men in your life to do the same. 💙

💙 Carers Week 2026 | 8th–14th June* 💙

This week, we are proud to recognise and celebrate the incredible unpaid carers in our community. 🌟

A carer is anyone who looks after a family member, partner, friend or neighbour who could not manage without their support due to illness, disability, mental health difficulties or frailty.

👏 Thank you for everything you do.
💙 Your care, compassion and dedication make a huge difference every day.
🤝 You are not alone – support is available.

🏥 We are here to support both you and the person you care for.

📍 UHCW Carers Hospital Drop In

Do you look after a relative or friend who can't manage without your support?

Come along and meet our advisors on Tuesdays 3-5pm and Thursdays 10am-12pm to see what support is available to help you in your caring role.

Thank you for your understanding. We will back open as normal on Tuesday 26th May

☀️Family hubs free activities over the school holidays!☀️

They have a broad offer in the May half term across all 4 days that are suitable for children and families of all ages to come together and have some fun.
In all of the family hubs there is a quiet space available if it is needed.