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During Self Care Week we’re encouraging patients to improve their sleep through these healthy habits:
🛏️ Go to bed around 10pm
📱 Remove electronic devices from the bedroom
☕ Avoid caffeinated drinks from 4pm
Another way to improve your self care routine is to include quiet time for your mind to reset. This could be:
🏞️ A nice walk in nature
💠 Guided meditation
🛁 A relaxing bath
These can help you to leave the stress of work and other commitments behind and put your wellbeing to the forefront
Haddenham Medical Centre Unity Health Cross Keys GP Practice
This is Self Care Week!
It’s time to think about what you’ve been doing to protect and improve your health and wellbeing ❤️
Simple things like regular walks outside, taking a hobby or getting involved in your community can make a significant difference to your life
Increasing your knowledge and skills to manage a long-term condition, such as diabetes, is another example of taking care of yourself
View our directory ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/category/sleep/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_k1jwy6sp8c
Haddenham Medical Centre Unity Health Cross Keys GP Practice
is Mens time to unite!
To take on , ***de, and , start Movember clean-shaven and then start growing 🥸
The moustache is a powerful symbol that stands for healthier men and a healthier world. Let it mesmerise and be spellbound, so you can start life-saving conversations about men’s health
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https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/directory/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_6ruxnq6b7h
Grow a moustache this Movember to support men’s health ⬇️
https://uk.movember.com/support-us/grow?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_crw7xznutw
Haddenham Medical Centre Unity Health Cross Keys GP Practice
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Stress is your body’s reaction to help you deal with pressure or threats. This is sometimes called a "fight or flight" response
A small amount of stress can be useful. It can motivate you to take action and get tasks completed. It can also make you feel alive and excited. But too much stress can cause negative effects such as a change in your mood, your body and relationship issues
View our directory ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/?s=stress&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_d2i4fa272r
Click the link below to see how you can manage your stress before it becomes a problem ⬇️
https://www.rethink.org/get-involved/awareness-days-and-events/stress-awareness-day?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_5mptmo9vub
Haddenham Medical Centre Unity Health Cross Keys GP Practice
The cost of foods has increased significantly, and many will worry that eating healthily is too expensive
Improve your diet by:
🥝 Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables (aim for more than 5 a day)
🥚 Eat a variety of healthy sources of protein: eggs, chicken, lentils, beans, fish, nuts, and lean red meats
🥤 Cut down on sugary drinks and foods
🍞 Choose wholegrain versions of bread, pasta and rice
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Follow Heart UK on social media or sign up for their news to get some tips to eat for heart health and keep cholesterol in a controlled level ⬇️
https://www.heartuk.org.uk/low-cholesterol-foods/snacking?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_2awzlg6oao
Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
October is National Cholesterol Month, time to raise awareness about what cholesterol is and what we must do to keep it within a healthy range
Anyone could develop high cholesterol. Too much cholesterol in your blood could cause deposit of plaques in blood vessels, leading to narrowing of arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes
A lifestyle with exercise, healthy diet, cutting down alcohol and avoiding smoking is the best prevention for high cholesterol
View our directory ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/directory/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_b6fj2vwkas
See the resources from Heart UK ⬇️
https://www.heartuk.org.uk/national-cholesterol-month/national-cholesterol-month-october-2022?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_ksafudwrhs
Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
Brain fog is common during menopause and can affect the quality of your life. Low levels of oestrogen can disrupt sleep, affecting women’s memory and mood 😴
You can speak to your doctor or specialist nurse about the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to minimise some menopause symptoms 🧑⚕
With or without HRT, a healthy lifestyle, healthy weight and healthy blood pressure are the most important decisions you can make towards your health pre and post-menopause 🩸
View our directory ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/directory/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_bso6wilr0u
Find out more ⬇️
https://www.menopauseinfo.org/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_e53zrihv1v
Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
It’s World Menopause Day! The theme is cardiovascular disease 💝
Oestrogen offers some protection against heart attack and helps to control cholesterol. With menopause, the levels of oestrogen reduce and the risks for arteries narrowing and strokes increase. Keeping active and having a balanced diet can help to reduce the impact
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Take a look at the support from The British Menopause Society ⬇️
https://thebms.org.uk/education/principles-practice-of-menopause-care/bms-ppmc-resources-toolkit/what-are-the-considerations-with-regard-to-menopause-and-long-term-health/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_k0ev61jf9f
Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK
Things that can increase your risk:
💠being overweight or obese
🍷alcohol
💠inactivity
👨👩👧family history and inherited genes
Finding breast cancer early means that you have the best chance of being successfully treated. Being breast aware means getting to know your breasts and chest. If you notice a change that isn't normal for you, make an appointment at your GP surgery
View our directory ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/directory/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_wfdk86zdgs
Find out more ⬇️
https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_co6vt0b501
Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
It's World Mental Health Day!
The theme is Mental Health is a universal human right. It’s an opportunity to talk about mental health and to normalise seeking help as well as supporting others
We all have feelings and it’s important to give them attention without judging them. You could try to say something positive about yourself a few times a day 😊
For more information and resources about how to look after your mental health click below ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/directory/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_gtv6pk9liq
Perhaps you could purchase a green ribbon badge to raise awareness and support mental health for all ⬇️
https://shop.mentalhealth.org.uk/products/mhf-green-ribbon-pin-badge?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_dnhmecc1ld
Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Sadly, we all know someone touched by breast cancer. Play your part and help raise money to prevent future generations from hearing the words ‘you have breast cancer' 💰
This October we want you to get active to raise money and reduce your risk of breast cancer. Studies show that by increasing your physical activity, you can significantly reduce your risk by as much as 20%!
So, get active, reduce your risk, and have fun raising money ⬇️
https://www.breastcanceruk.org.uk/breast-cancer-awareness-month/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_jd9h2jc0av
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Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
This week is Back Care Awareness Week!
Take a moment, and make a habit each day to be nice to your back! Get up and move around - avoid sitting for more than an hour at a time
Keep as active as you can, doing something you enjoy. Find a set of comfortable stretches that you can do at work or at home, to keep your back moving well – perhaps from your local Health Coach 👩⚕️
Just keep moving, that’s what will help the most! View our directory ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/directory/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_3cvz8rn23v
Find out more ⬇️
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/back-pain/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_5sjjm0gvj1
Cross Keys GP Practice Unity Health Haddenham Medical Centre
September 29th is the official day for MacMillan Biggest Coffee Morning!
An opportunity to get together over a cuppa and delicious treats to raise awareness and resources for cancer support 🍵
It doesn’t have to be held on the 29th, so any day is a good day to support an important cause 📅
We are having our coffee morning tomorrow!
It’s about sharing stories, having open conversations about prevention and treatment, reducing stigma, and creating a strong sense of community. Sign up for your coffee morning ⬇️
https://coffee.macmillan.org.uk/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_1op59et3pg
It's Organ Donation Week and we at Phoenix Health are getting involved in raising awareness about the importance of the ongoing need for organ donors 😃
When someone dies, their organs can save many lives, if they were registered as organ donors. Whatever is your decision, talk to your loved ones and let them know what your wishes would be
The organ donor card is pink, so we’re joining the awareness campaign this week by wearing pink and baking pink cupcakes 🧁
It's National Fitness Day! An opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of physical activity to healthier lives 🎾
Several places across the country are joining the campaign and offering free events: Risborough Springs Swim and Fitness Centre is one of them!
They are encouraging people to see the National Fitness Day as a one step in a much bigger journey, as health is for life
Our health coaches at Phoenix Health can support you to move more with a simple plan that is personalised to you. Ask your practice reception team for a referral 👩💼
Find out more ⬇️
https://www.nationalfitnessday.com/finder/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_4b4kd9o3wo
September 17th was Patient Safety Day, a campaign organised by the World Health Organisation to empower patients and families to be actively engaged in their health care and decision making 🧑⚕️
Our team at Phoenix Health works with the NHS Personalised Care Plan in mind, which considers what matters to each patient and encourages and supports each patient to manage their own physical and mental health conditions themselves 🏃
We aim to provide our expertise while supporting patients to make informed decisions according to their values, beliefs, circumstances, and preferences ⬇️
https://www.england.nhs.uk/personalisedcare/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_fm9p86z228
We can all play a role in supporting those struggling with suicidal thoughts or those who lost someone for su***de!
By raising awareness and reducing the stigma around su***de more well-informed actions can be encouraged to reduce the number of su***des
World Su***de Prevention Day on September 10th aims to open conversations about:
💠The complexity of suicidal thoughts
💠Showing care and compassion, no matter how small
💠Encouraging people to seek help
💠Sharing experiences
Looking for support with bereavement? Click the link below ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/category/bereavement/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_lz006lcoz0
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It’s shocking to know that 1 in 5 deaths worldwide are caused by sepsis, a condition that happens when the body’s response to an infection causes harm to its own organs 🧠
These signs can be a sign of S.E.P.S.I.S.:
S: slurred speech
E: extreme shivering or muscle pain
P: passing no urine all day
S: severe breathlessness
I: it feels like you’re going to die
S: skin mottled or discoloured
Watch this video for more information ⬇️
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsPDjOX8QHA&ab_channel=WorldSepsisDay&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_we78xxo8lm
Blood Pressure UK is reinforcing the importance of measuring blood pressure at home so you can take steps to lower your numbers, if needed 🔢
At Phoenix Health we take high blood pressure seriously!
Our pharmacy team reviews patients’ medications, our paramedics visit housebound patients, our health and wellbeing coaches engage patients in making sustainable changes to their lifestyle as well as working with our social prescribers to support patients to go out and socialise more 😊
Make the time, ease your pressure ⬇️
https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/know-your-numbers/know-your-numbers-week/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_x7oe1lwg9j
Know your Numbers Week! Did you know that 6 million people in the UK have high blood pressure and are not aware of it?
It’s a silent issue, most people don’t experience any symptoms until other problems start to develop and it can lead to other serious problems 🔇
The earlier you tackle the issue, the easiest to treat!
Looking for support within the community? Click the link below ⬇️
https://phoenixhealthpcn.org.uk/directory/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_pblpdtrcnt
31/08/2023
I will be running a new drop-in clinic once a month at Haddenham Medical Centre for patients registered with one of our practices
Come and join me between 10 am to 2 pm on the 1st Thursday of each month. No appointment is needed during these times 🕙
It is a great chance to meet with me and chat about my role, I will be able to provide you with support, information and guidance 👩⚕️
24/08/2023
Phoenix Health was present at the Market Community Fun Day in Thame, an event hosted by the Charter Market!
We exhibited the work we do to support patients from Unity Health Surgeries, Haddenham Medical Centre, and Cross Keys Practice
We had the opportunity to talk about Social Prescribing, Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, and the additional services we provide with paramedics and our pharmacy specialist team 🗣️
Hay fever can make the summer time really miserable for some and also make people really ill. Do you know what you should and shouldn't do?
DO:
✅ put Vaseline around your nostrils to trap pollen
🕶️ wear wraparound sunglasses to stop pollen getting into your eyes
🚿 shower and change your clothes after you have been outside to wash pollen off
🧹vacuum regularly and dust with a damp cloth
🏡 try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people if you have a high temperature or you do not feel well enough to do your normal activities
DON'T:
❎ cut grass or walk on grass
🏞️ do not spend too much time outside
👕 do not dry clothes outside – they can catch pollen
🚬 do not smoke or be around smoke – it makes your symptoms worse
🐾 do not let pets into the house if possible – they can carry pollen indoors
Come along and meet the Phoenix Health PCN team on the 22nd of August 9 am – 2 pm at Thame Markets Community Fun Day!
Our Social Prescriber will be there to have a chat with you to explain the role and the support they can offer. 🗣️
Our Health and wellbeing coaches will be there, they can have a conversation about their role and how they can work with you to improve overall wellbeing in different areas of your life. 🧑⚕️
The pharmacy team will be there, offering a quick and free blood pressure test. 🩸
Please pop to our stall and say Hi and see what is available in your community with the other stallholders 👋
Hello! My name is Carys and I am a Paramedic working within Phoenix Health PCN
I worked on the frontline ambulance service for 7 years before making the leap to primary care.
My role within the PCN is primarily providing an on the day, face to face home visiting service for those patients who cannot leave the house or may be bedbound.
We are working on implementing new facets to the role so watch this space 😁
It's - The theme this year is green skills for youth’s!
Today, the world is embarking on a green transition. The shift towards an environmentally sustainable and climate-friendly world is critical not only for responding to the global climate crisis but also for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
A successful transition towards a greener world will depend on the development of green skills in the population. Green skills are “knowledge, abilities, values and attitudes needed to live in, develop and support a sustainable and resource-efficient society”
Internationally, August is a month dedicated to raise awareness about living with and the impact it has on people 🎗️
Psoriasis is an immune condition where certain immune cells (T cells) are triggered and become overactive
Triggers vary from stress and anxiety to skin injuries, medications, or hormonal changes. Managing stress and improving self-care can contribute to the medical treatment to minimise flare-ups 💊
Learn more ⬇️
https://www.psoriasis-association.org.uk/about-psoriasis?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_yo299bix3v
The UK’s biggest celebration of cycle commuting is back on Thursday 3rd August 2023! And we want you to get involved 🚲
Whether you’ve never cycled before, not ridden in a while or cycle every day, is for you. It’s a day to get in the saddle and experience the brilliant benefits everyday cycling offers
Our event may be called Cycle to Work Day but we know that commuting looks different in 2023. So, we encourage any and all types of bike rides – whether it’s cycling to the shops, to pick the kids up from school or meeting up with friends for a group ride 😃
This year is focusing on paid maternity leave as well as encouraging workplaces to support mothers with protected time and space to breastfeed or express milk 🤱
It allows parents to nurture and provide quality care for their children, having a positive impact on the babies’ early development
Let’s make breastfeeding and work, work! Find out more ⬇️
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-breastfeeding-week/2023?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_e6j3zjekk1
Financially the school holidays are a tough time for families, with the cost of child care, extra food and taking the kids out 🧒
There are so many different options to think of with help with these problems:
🧧Use your vouchers
💠Find a playscheme
🗣️Talk to other parents
🏠Help at home
🌐Use the internet
Click here ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3NInCIs
Although the kids cant wait for that long summer break, for some parents the reality can be quite different!
Instead of helping bring mum, dad and the kids together the summer school holidays often raise more issues than they resolve.
They naturally put more pressure on the relationships within a family unit 👨👩👧
Who will look after the children? Will I be able to get that time off my boss promised me? Can we afford childcare if they can’t?
Children can get cranky if they are not busy!
Working with our Health Coach on your leg strength and balance can help keep you strong and active for your daily life, well into your older age 🦵
Keeping strong and nimble on your feet helps you stay confident and independent 👣
You can keep doing daily chores and activities with friends and family, and can have as full and enjoyable a life as possible 🏃♀️
Have you noticed your balance isn’t as good as it was? 🤔
You haven’t fallen over, but you are concerned that you might?
Are your legs feeling weaker than they used to? 🦵
Our Health Coach Viv Slater has a background in exercise and activity. She can help you and improve the balance and confidence on your feet, to keep you strong, mobile, and independent.
Ask anyone in your practice if you’d like to be referred 😃
Do you know the role of a ?
A social prescriber can:
👥Introduce you to a community group, activity or local club
💸Help you find legal advice or debt counselling
🏠Provide you with services that can support employment or housing issues
🏞️Assist you with building confidence to get out more
ℹ️ Help you to find information and guidance
Look for the social prescribing leaflets and posters in your GP practice and ask about the service or be referred via your doctor or one of the surgery staff
11/07/2023
Hi, I’m Lisa the newest member of the Social prescribing team in the PCN 😀
In my previous roles I worked in Adult Social Care and have developed a passion for working jointly with people
I enjoy meeting new people and getting to know them, by listening to them and working alongside them to try to improve their current situation. I am bubbly, friendly, love talking and listening 👂
My social prescriber role is an important role within healthcare, it allows me to spend time with a you, listen to you, and put you in touch with the people and activities that might help you to feel better 👩👧
Alcohol is present in celebration as much as in desperation!
Sometimes alcohol is used as a reward, a way to relax, or a way to socialise 👩👩👧👦
Have you thought of other ways to get similar results that don’t involve alcohol? 🤔
We also work alongside organisations like One Recovery Bucks to reduce harm caused by excessive drinking. Find out more ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3qWpfcO
It’s !
This is an opportunity to get people considering their drinking habits and making informed choices 🍻
It’s not about judging or campaigning against alcohol, it’s more about understanding and supporting people to have a positive experience with alcohol as much as providing the support for those that have been suffering the impact of excessive drinking
Alcohol Change UK has some interactive tools to find out more about alcohol and your drinking habits. Check it out here ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3pmMqfJ
We all heard about eating your , but do we actually know why?
Fruits and veggies contain several nutrients that are essential for the body to function well. When our cells work well, we feel more energetic, focused and happier 😀
Would you buy cheap fuel and oil if you were driving an Aston Martin? I bet you answered no. Why care less for the body?
Treat your body with the fuel that makes it go faster and last longer by including more fruits to your breakfast or snacks and fill half of your plate with veggies for lunch and dinner. You’ll soon feel the difference! 🍇🥦
Follow this link for some recipes ideas ⬇️
https://bit.ly/45jUFcO
Achieving a healthy weight doesn’t need to involve radical diets as they are not sustainable in the long run. The best way to lose weight is to get support from someone who can help you during the process 🏋️
At Phoenix Health we support patients to make their plan to eat healthier, to move more, to sleep better and to manage the stresses of daily life 😴
We take a holistic approach that is empowering, and patient centred. You can start taking control of your health and see the benefits of living with a healthy weight 😃
You can find some tips here ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3Wnh6K7
Mencap wants to knock down the myths about living with learning disability, smash stigmas, and fight for a society that is fair and inclusive
People with a usually take longer to learn and might need support to access some services and to understand complicated information 🧑🏫
It’s imperative that we as are mindful of the difficulties they face to make healthier choices to their lifestyle, such as healthy eating and exercising 🏃
By offering easy-to-understand and engaging information as well as accountability, this will empower people with learning disability to live well and free of preventable illnesses
Read more about here ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3IxQJez
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