South Coast Medical Group

08/09/2026

The perimenopause and menopause are different for everyone.

Understanding what to expect and exploring ways to manage your symptoms can help you navigate the transitions with confidence.

▶️ More info: https://ourdorset.org.uk/women/

03/09/2026

Digital health apps designed to support young people when experiencing low mood, anxiety, or stress.

Find the toolkit on the Digital Health App Library: https://ourdorset.orchahealth.com/en-GB

01/09/2026

With children heading back to school this week, it can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child at home if they are feeling unwell.

If you're unsure, see our advice on when a child should be kept at home.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school/

28/08/2026

The August bank holiday is on Monday, and we'll be closed from this evening until Tuesday morning.

Please click this link to read some helpful tips about what to do if you need help over the long weekend.

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24/08/2026

Don't wait for the post, get your test results easily wherever you are.

You can do more with the NHS App than you realise. Discover what else you can do today.

📱Tap the NHS App

21/08/2026

Bookings for this year’s flu vaccine are now open for those who are eligible.

Flu can be very serious for children, pregnant women, older adults, and those with long-term health conditions. Last year, it was estimated that the flu vaccine prevented 104,000 unnecessary hospitalisations.

If you’re eligible, you can now book your flu vaccination online or through the NHS App.

Find out more and book here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/book-flu-vaccination/

18/08/2026

"Protect your lungs this winter" is a campaign to encourage people with lung and breathing problems to reduce their risk of exacerbating their respiratory conditions and avoiding transmittable respiratory infections.

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‘Protect your lungs this winter’ is a campaign to encourage people with lung and breathing problems to reduce their risk of exacerbating their respiratory conditions and avoiding transmittable respiratory infections. We are proud to be featuring patients who attend COPD clinics across the South ...

14/08/2026

11/08/2026

An amber heat-health alert is in place across the South West from 9am today until 9pm on Friday 14 August.

Look out for vulnerable family, friends and neighbours. Make sure they are aware of how they can keep cool and hydrated.

More info: https://staywelldorset.nhs.uk/heat/

11/08/2026

An amber heat-health alert is in place across the South West from today until 14 August.

During an amber alert, hot weather can put more people’s health at risk – not just those who are usually more vulnerable.

Older people, young children and people with existing health conditions may be particularly at risk.

Take extra care and look out for others who may struggle in the heat.

Find tips on how to stay cool: https://www.nhs.uk/.../heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/