Horizon Healthcare

06/09/2026

Community Health Alliance: Have your say

The Community Health Alliance (CHA) wants to hear from Black, African, Caribbean and mixed heritage communities across Derby and Derbyshire about your experiences of the NHS.

Your feedback will help shape a Community Health Alliance Action Plan, working alongside the NHS to create fairer, more inclusive health and care services for everyone.

✅ The survey is anonymous
✅ It only takes a few minutes

Closes 18 October 2026

👉 Fill in the survey here: https://bit.ly/4mIU6kt

Got a question, or need some help completing it? Email [email protected]
Your voice matters, and this is a real chance to help improve care for your community.

04/09/2026

📱 Have you downloaded the NHS App?

With the NHS App, you can:
Order repeat prescriptions
View test results
Read messages from your GP
Access your health records
And more...

It's quick, secure, and available anytime, helping you stay in control of your healthcare.

👉 Download the NHS App today and get started: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

If you need help setting it up, just speak to a member of our team.

01/09/2026

Could you get free prescriptions?

If you live with a long-term condition, you might be eligible for free NHS prescriptions and not even know it.

It only takes a couple of minutes to check.

✅ Use the eligibility checker at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check to find out if you qualify.

If you're eligible, this could save you money on prescriptions you need regularly. It's always worth checking, even if you weren't eligible in the past, as circumstances can change.

If you have any questions about your prescriptions, speak to a member of our team.

22/08/2026

🚽 Getting ready for toilet training?

If your child is preparing to start school, toilet training is often part of getting them ready. Here are 5 simple steps that can help:
1️⃣ Tell your child what's happening before you start
2️⃣ Let them know nappies and pull-ups are being swapped for the toilet
3️⃣ Talk them through the changes so they feel less surprising
4️⃣ Look for calm moments in the day to practise together
5️⃣ Remember, small and consistent steps make a real difference

These tips can also help if you're starting potty training with a younger child too.

👉 Visit Best Start in Life for more trusted advice and support: https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/

19/08/2026

Derbyshire Constabulary's Fraud Team has launched a new newsletter called 'The Big Con', sharing real fraud cases and practical advice on spotting scams before they cause harm.

Fraud tactics are constantly changing, so staying informed is one of the best ways to stay protected, especially for older or more vulnerable family members and friends.

👉 Read the newsletter here:

Our fraud team have put together a regular newsletter to highlight the latest fraud tactics and how to protect against them.

17/08/2026

📧 Would you be happy for us to contact you by email?

We're looking at ways to communicate with our patients more efficiently, including sending appointment reminders, long-term condition invites, and health information by email rather than text or letter.

Could you take a moment to let us know you're happy for us to contact you via email, and verify it with us?

👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfD1HihECSIPoDe792X6gw_Im1sH7IbkZup9UVlCpnaLdDsEQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

It only takes a minute, and it helps us stay in touch with you in the way that works best.

15/08/2026

🤱 Got a breastfeeding question? You're not alone.

The NHS Start for Life website has trusted, expert answers to some of the most common questions.

You'll also find helpful videos, real stories from other parents, and step-by-step guides to positioning and attachment.

👉 Get your breastfeeding questions answered: https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/baby/feeding-your-baby/breastfeeding/

10/08/2026

Have you ever wondered how health research happens in general practice, or how you could get involved as a patient?

Derby City North Primary Care Network is hosting a free evening webinar to explain how research shapes the care you receive and how you can play a part in it.

📅 When: Wednesday 26 August 2026, 7pm to 8pm
💻 Where: Online via Zoom
👥 Open to: Anyone aged 18 and over. No experience or medical knowledge needed.

What we'll cover:
→ What health and care research actually is
→ Why research matters for you and your family
→ How research happens across Derby City North practices
→ How patients and carers can take part

Register free on Zoom: bit.ly/DCNPCNResearch

This event is a partnership between Horizon Healthcare, Brook Medical Centre, Derwent Medical Centre, Osmaston Road Surgery and Wilson Street Surgery, supported by the NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research).