The Abingdon Medical Practice

Hopes raised of cervical cancer eradication27 Jun 2019 08:11The success of the HPV vaccination offers the hope of ending cervical cancer, say scientists.
Give children 'less sugar and more veg in baby food'27 Jun 2019 01:49There should be mandatory limits on sugar and parents should offer more bitter vegetables when weaning, a report says.
E-cigarettes: How safe are they?26 Jun 2019 13:29They are much less harmful than smoking, despite a ban on sales of e-cigarettes in one US city.
Care cuts inevitable in 'fragile and failing' system26 Jun 2019 17:41Councils plan to spend £22.5bn on services but tough decisions will still have to be made.
Prostate cancer: New urine test hope26 Jun 2019 03:32The test sorts early cancers according to risk, so many men might be spared over-treatment, researchers say.
Child obesity drive 'stalled by Brexit'25 Jun 2019 02:10Slow progress is being made on junk food advertising restrictions and calories labelling, it is claimed.

Carers

If you are please let us know at Reception - we may be able to help you

There is a wealth of information on NHS Choices about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.

What's your situation - Whether you need care or are a Carer both permenant or temporary, there is support available.
Care services and advice - How to get care, the types of services and wellbeing advice such as respite care.
Money and your rights - Do you know your tenancy rights as a carer? Are you aware of all the funding available? Do you need help with disability benefits or tax credits?