GPs in west Hampshire are supporting a campaign to get people walking more. Physical activity has a positive impact on health and happiness and even small changes can make a big difference. Sitting for long periods of time can cause premature aging and diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, dementia and depression. The only thing that can prevent this damage is … [Read more...] about Get Hampshire Walking
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Smokefree Hampshire
Stopping smoking has several health benefits including reduced blood pressure, easier breathing, better circulation, more energy and an improved sense of smell and taste. To find out about your FREE local Stop Smoking Service contact Smokefree Hampshire by visiting www.smokefreehampshire.co.uk, call 0800 772 3649 or text QUIT to 66777. You can also … [Read more...] about Smokefree Hampshire
Information about Cancer
Nationally, one in two people will be diagnosed with cancer over the course of their lives. Locally, according to the GP and Outcomes Framework (QOF) cancer register in 2014/15 there are 15,244 people diagnosed with cancer living in our area. This means that 2.8% of our population currently have a cancer diagnosis. This is higher than the England average of … [Read more...] about Information about Cancer
Living with Dementia
The importance of an early diagnosis Hearing that you or a loved one has dementia is difficult. If dementia is diagnosed early there is a lot of support available to help people with adjustments, manage their lives and live well with dementia. Many people spend months, if not years, without a proper diagnosis. We’ve asked GPs, carers, support workers and people … [Read more...] about Living with Dementia
Healthier You – Reducing your risk of Type 2 Diabetes
So, what is Healthier You? If you are at risk of becoming Diabetic your GP will invite you to join the Healthier You programmeIt's a way of finding out more about how you can reduce your risk of developing diabetesIt’s an opportunity to meet and share experiences with others So, what’s involved?Your GP may invite you to join a small group of people with … [Read more...] about Healthier You – Reducing your risk of Type 2 Diabetes