April 2025 Newsletter
Your Monthly Health Update from The New Surgery
Blood Donation: Stocks Critically Low in England
If you’re aged 17–65, generally fit and well, and weigh between 7st 12lbs (50kg) and 25st (158kg), you could help save lives by donating blood. Book an appointment today:
🔗 www.blood.co.uk
🔗 Who Can Give Blood?
Vaccinations: Protect Yourself and Your Family
- Shingles Vaccine: Free for those turning 65, aged 70–79, or 50+ with a weakened immune system.
- Childhood Vaccinations: Protect against serious illnesses like meningitis, mumps, and tetanus.
🔗 Shingles Vaccine Info
🔗 NHS Vaccinations
Stress Awareness Month: #LeadWithLove
Approach others—and yourself—with kindness and compassion to reduce stress. Explore tips and resources:
🔗 Stress Awareness Month
🔗 NHS Stress Tips
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
2,400 men are diagnosed annually in the UK, most commonly aged 25–40. Look out for lumps, swelling, or pain in the testicles.
🔗 Testicular Cancer UK
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month: #PassItOn
Symptoms include blood in poo, changes in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss, or tummy pain. Contact your GP if concerned.
🔗 Bowel Cancer Symptoms
🔗 Awareness Campaign
IBS Awareness Month
Irritable Bowel Syndrome affects many, especially women. Symptoms include bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, and fatigue.
🔗 Guts Charity UK
World Autism Acceptance Month
Support autistic individuals by using clear communication and respecting sensory needs.
🔗 Autism Acceptance
Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Allergies range from mild hay fever to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Stay informed:
🔗 Allergy UK
Key Health Dates in April
- 7 Apr: World Health Day – Focus on maternal and newborn health.
- 11 Apr: World Parkinson’s Day – Light up blue for awareness.
- 17 Apr: Haemophilia Awareness – Spotlight on women with bleeding disorders.
- 22 Apr: Earth Day – Celebrate sustainable energy.
- 24 Apr: On Your Feet Britain – Get moving at work!
- 25 Apr: World Malaria Day – Learn about prevention.
- 28 Apr–4 May: MS Awareness Week – Understand multiple sclerosis.