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If you have flu, there are some things you can do to help get better more quickly.
➡️ Rest
➡️ Take paracetamol
➡️ Drink water
➡️ Speak to a pharmacist if things get worse
nhs.uk/conditions/flu/
ALT Person sitting on a couch covered with a red blanket, blowing their nose, illustrating flu symptoms with NHS branding.
Congratulations to our health visitor-led smoking cessation team on their Nursing Times Awards recognition! While they didn’t win, being shortlisted celebrates their innovative work and the positive difference they’re making across Derbyshire. 💙 #TeamDCHS
You're invited to the DCHS Carers’ Rights Day roadshow! 💙
This event is for everyone. Please share the details with any family or friends who have unpaid caring responsibilities.
📅 Monday 23 November
⏰ 10.30am – 3.30pm
📍 County Hall, Matlock
🔗 ow.ly/EWNQ5103NYV
If you’re expecting a baby, make sure you’re protected with vaccines against RSV, whooping cough and flu to help protect your baby too.
ALT Photo of a pregnant woman holding her stomach which is covered in bubble wrap. The text reads “vaccines can help protect you and your baby. Pregnant women are eligible for the flu, RSV and whooping cough vaccines. Speak to your midwife, GP practice or pharmacist about vaccinations. Visit nhs.uk/pregnancyvaccinations. Stay Strong Get Vaccinated.”
Join our team! We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic community care services administrator to join us in Buxton. 🌟
📅 Closing date: Tuesday 10 November
🔗 Find out more and apply here: ow.ly/YVlm5103HaA
Patients with long-term conditions could save money on their prescriptions.
A Prescription Prepayment Certificate will save people money if they pay for more than 3 items in 3 months, or 11 items in 12 months.
Check your eligibility at nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc.
November is #LungCancerAwarenessMonth.
Swipe to learn the common symptoms of lung cancer.
Knowing what’s normal for you can help you spot when something changes. It could be nothing serious, but it’s always worth getting checked.
Find out more 👉 nhs.uk/conditions/lung-cance…
It's International Stress Awareness Week.
We all have times when we feel low, anxious or overwhelmed and it's not always easy to know what to do to feel better.
Try these simple tips, or visit Every Mind Matters for more advice: ow.ly/bVjI50YgzSq
Are you an occupational therapist looking to develop your clinical and professional skills as part of a well-established MDT? 🌟
We have an exciting opportunity to join our High Peak Integrated Community team in Buxton.
Find out more & apply: ow.ly/r1bs5102mMw
Stoptober is done, and whether you managed to quit for 1 day or 28 days, you can keep moving forward with our help. Have a chat with us to get free support to stay quit.
livelifebetterderbyshire.org…
If you live with a long-term condition, you may be able to save money on your prescriptions. A Prescription Prepayment Certificate will save you money if you pay for more than three items in three months, or 11 items in 12 months.
Check your eligibility: nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc
Ransomware is a form of malicious software that makes data or systems unusable until the victim makes a payment. Reduce the risk by:
•Choosing a strong and varied password
•Being aware of potential phishing scams
•Wearing your staff ID badge on-site.
We have an opportunity to join our bank as a facilities assistant. 🌟
You must be available to attend an assessment centre for an interview on either 5 November in Heanor or 23 November in Chesterfield.
📅Closing: 2 November
🔗Find out more & apply: ow.ly/2X4N5102mGk
Join our admin/receptionist relief & bank team. 🌟
If shortlisted, you must be available to attend an assessment centre for an interview on either 5 November in Heanor or 23 November in Chesterfield.
📅Closing: Monday 2 November
🔗Find out more & apply: ow.ly/bMIu5102my1
One mistake involving a cigarette or other smoking materials, such as a cigar or pipe, can lead to a devastating fire.
Nearly 75% of smoking-related house fires in Derbyshire start with a carelessly discarded cigarette.
For practical advice: bit.ly/4xhZdgx
Today is #WorldStrokeDay.
The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much. Like - not being able to raise your arm. Or struggling to smile. Or slurring when you speak. Any sign of a stroke is always an emergency, at the first sign, call 999.
nhs.uk/actFAST
Due to a technical issue, our GP practice websites are currently unavailable. Patients can still contact their practice by phone, email or in person, and use many NHS services via the NHS App.
For more info, including practice contact details, visit: ow.ly/wf645101LAS
