If you’re a patient at our practice you can now use the new NHS App, a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone … [continue] NHS App
Month: November 2019
Help us to help you
When we are feeling unwell, our first port of call is often to book an appointment to see our GP. There are many other professionals and services working closely with … [continue] Help us to help you
One You East Sussex
One You East Sussex can help you get back to a healthier you and support you to make simple changes towards a longer and happier life. They provide tools, motivational … [continue] One You East Sussex
Keep warm and well this winter
Living in a cold home can harm your health and can make a range of health conditions worse, such as breathing and heart problems, and asthma in children. It can also … [continue] Keep warm and well this winter
Know the symptoms of sepsis
Sepsis is a rare but serious complication of an infection. If you or your child has any of these symptoms you should take immediate action: Looks mottled, blueish or pale … [continue] Know the symptoms of sepsis
‘We are undefeatable’ health campaign
When you’re managing a long term health condition, being active is about finding what works for you. For the first time ever, may of the UK’s leading charities are coming together … [continue] ‘We are undefeatable’ health campaign
Every mind matters
Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more. There are simple things we can all do to look after our mental health and … [continue] Every mind matters
East Sussex health walks
Free, friendly, regular walk groups led by community volunteers that are not too long and not too difficult. They are mostly for about an hour and they avoid tricky routes, … [continue] East Sussex health walks
Getting your medicines if there’s a ‘no-deal’ Brexit
The government is working closely with the NHS and suppliers to help to ensure medicines and medical products continue to be available for patients if there is a ‘no deal’ … [continue] Getting your medicines if there’s a ‘no-deal’ Brexit
Be tick aware
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can be spread to humans by infected ticks. It’s usually easier to treat if it’s diagnosed early. Symptoms are a circular red rash … [continue] Be tick aware
Parking
In response to feedback from patients, we are working to free up more car parking spaces at Battle Health Centre so you have space to park when you visit for … [continue] Parking
Free Wifi in our waiting areas
Free Wifi is now available in the waiting room at Oldwood Surgery and Battle Health Centre. Simply select ‘NHS WiFi’ in your phone settings. We would be grateful if you would … [continue] Free Wifi in our waiting areas
GP Patient Survey & Friends and Family
The results of our independent GP Patient Survey run by Ipsos MORI on behalf of NHS England have been published. We are delighted with the results and would like to … [continue] GP Patient Survey & Friends and Family
Change to recall system for annual review appointments
We now call patients in for their annual review during the month of their Birthday. We feel this will not only help our staff but also patients will be able to remember … [continue] Change to recall system for annual review appointments
Telephones – our calls shown as withheld
Please be aware that our telephone number is ‘withheld’ as NHS policy and if you are expecting a telephone consultation with one of our GP’s the number will not be … [continue] Telephones – our calls shown as withheld
Check your own blood pressure using our self-service BP machine
It is important to be aware of your blood pressure because the higher your blood pressure is, the higher your risk of potential health problems in the future. You can … [continue] Check your own blood pressure using our self-service BP machine