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🤧 Flu cases are currently high in our area. If you’re eligible, please book a flu vaccination: www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...

Most cases can be managed at home. Here are some tips:
• Rest and sleep
• Keep warm
• Take ibuprofen or paracetamol for fever
• Drink plenty of fluids
Stuffed teddy bear lying in bed with a blue cold compress on its forehead and covered by a grey blanket.
December 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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❓ Did you know that GP Practices in Nottingham & Notts provided over 850,000 appointments in October? That's more than in any month for the last four years.

Thank you to everyone in our local GP Practices, working hard this winter.

#THANKSDOC 🩺

👉 notts.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/...
December 11, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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You can get NHS treatment for some conditions at your pharmacy. You don't need an appointment or to see a GP.

Most pharmacies can supply prescription medicine for conditions such as sore throat, sinusitis, UTI, earache and shingles.

#PharmacyFirst

👉 pharmacyfirstnottinghamshire.com/
Promotional graphic for NHS Pharmacy First scheme. On the left, three members of the Sherwood Rise Medical Centre reception team stand in front of a sign reading ‘Sherwood Rise Health Centre’. Below them is a QR code with the words ‘Think Pharmacy First’. On the right, text explains that Pharmacy First helps patients get same-day treatment for seven common conditions, reduces pressure on GPs, and has become popular with patients. Quote attributed to the reception team at Sherwood Rise Medical Centre.
December 11, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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📢 Need to see a dentist urgently? 🦷

Visit NHS111 or phone 111 if you need urgent dental care. You do not need to be registered with an NHS dentist.
Need urgent dental treatment? Extra urgent dental appointments are now available. Contact NHS111 if you need urgent dental care. Illustration of a man holding his face in pain. Logo: NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
December 10, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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Kevin from Clipstone got treatment for an infected insect bite at a local pharmacy without needing to see a GP.

See your #PharmacyFirst for conditions like sore throat, earache, sinusitis, UTI, shingles and impetigo. Age restrictions apply.

Details 👇
pharmacyfirstnottinghamshire.com/
Graphic for NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire “Pharmacy First” campaign. On the left, two people stand in front of Orchard Pharmacy signage with a QR code displayed. Text on the right features a testimonial from Kevin Walker of Clipstone, Notts, describing how a pharmacist named Imran quickly treated an infected insect bite without needing a doctor’s appointment. The quote praises the service as helpful, reassuring, and a game-changer. NHS branding is visible at the top.
December 10, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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Feeling under the weather? Think #PharmacyFirst.

Over 200 pharmacies in Nottingham and Notts can provide NHS medicine for seven common illnesses without seeing a GP. Conditions include sinusitis, sore throat, earache and UTI (age restrictions apply).

➡️ pharmacyfirstnottinghamshire.com/
December 10, 2025 at 8:55 AM
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New data shows GP Practices in Nottingham & Notts provided over 850,000 appointments in October this year, as staff at your practices continue to work hard to meet demand.

Thank you to everyone working in our local GP practice teams #THANKSDOC

👉 notts.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/...
December 9, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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More than 308,000 patients have failed to attend appointments at their GP practice in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire in the last year, at an estimated cost of over £9.25m to the NHS.

More information 👇
notts.icb.nhs.uk/2025/11/26/9...
December 9, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Money Worries?

If you’re struggling to keep up with bills and debt payments, try not to worry – you’re not alone.

Money Helper have lots of great advice at:
www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/money-tro...

#beststartnotts
Cartoon Santa character looking worried, surrounded by flying banknotes with wings, text reads “Money worries?” and Nottinghamshire County Council branding.
December 8, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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❓ Did you know that GP Practices in Nottingham & Notts provided over 850,000 appointments in October? That's more than in any month for the last four years.

Thank you to everyone in our local GP Practices, working hard this winter.

#THANKSDOC 🩺

👉 notts.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/...
December 8, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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🤧 Flu cases are currently high in our area. If you’re eligible, please book a flu vaccination: www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...

Most cases can be managed at home. Here are some tips:
• Rest and sleep
• Keep warm
• Take ibuprofen or paracetamol for fever
• Drink plenty of fluids
Stuffed teddy bear lying in bed with a blue cold compress on its forehead and covered by a grey blanket.
December 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Jacki got NHS treatment for sinusitis direct from a local pharmacy, without needing to see her GP.

Most pharmacists can supply NHS medicine for conditions, including sore throat, earache, UTI, shingles and impetigo.

Think #PharmacyFirst 👇
pharmacyfirstnottinghamshire.com/
A promotional graphic for NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire’s Pharmacy First service. On the left, a dark blue panel features a yellow quotation mark and testimonial text from Jacki in Nottinghamshire, praising Pharmacy First for providing same-day appointments, antibiotics, and blood pressure checks. The NHS logo appears at the top. At the bottom left, a label reads “Jacki Nottinghamshire.” On the right, two people stand in front of a pharmacy storefront with NHS branding. A QR code and the slogan “Think Pharmacy First” are displayed prominently in a blue box.
December 8, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Jessica was able to get NHS treatment for her daughter's ear infection from a local pharmacy, without seeing a GP.

Most pharmacies can supply NHS medicine for conditions, including sore throat, sinusitis, UTI, shingles and impetigo. Think #PharmacyFirst 👇

pharmacyfirstnottinghamshire.com/
Promotional image for NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire’s Pharmacy First service. On the left, a dark blue panel displays a large yellow quotation mark and a testimonial in white text. The testimonial reads: “I used Pharmacy First when my daughter had an ear infection. Emma (pictured, left) offered a same-day appointment and provided antibiotics. A very thorough and professional service, meaning we did not need to see the GP.” Below the quote is the name “Jessica Nottinghamshire” in a white and navy label. At the top right is the NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire logo. On the right side of the image, two people stand inside a pharmacy with shelves of medicines visible in the background. At the bottom left, a QR code appears next to the slogan “Think Pharmacy First” in bold yellow and white text on a dark blue background.
December 7, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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Karen from Mansfield got treatment for a urinary tract infection at her local pharmacy without needing to see a GP.

See your #PharmacyFirst for conditions like sore throat, earache, sinusitis, shingles and impetigo. Age restrictions apply.

Details 👇
pharmacyfirstnottinghamshire.com/
NHS Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Pharmacy First graphic. Shows two people standing inside Orchard Pharmacy next to a QR code. Text features a testimonial from Karen Ward of Mansfield, praising pharmacist Imran for quick, clear, and helpful treatment for a UTI without needing a doctor’s appointment.
December 7, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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🤧 Flu cases are currently high in our area. If you’re eligible, please book a flu vaccination: www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...

Most cases can be managed at home. Here are some tips:
• Rest and sleep
• Keep warm
• Take ibuprofen or paracetamol for fever
• Drink plenty of fluids
Stuffed teddy bear lying in bed with a blue cold compress on its forehead and covered by a grey blanket.
December 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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🤧 Flu cases are currently high in our area. If you’re eligible, please book a flu vaccination: www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...

Most cases can be managed at home. Here are some tips:
• Rest and sleep
• Keep warm
• Take ibuprofen or paracetamol for fever
• Drink plenty of fluids
Stuffed teddy bear lying in bed with a blue cold compress on its forehead and covered by a grey blanket.
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Kevin from Clipstone got treatment for an infected insect bite at a local pharmacy without needing to see a GP.

See your #PharmacyFirst for conditions like sore throat, earache, sinusitis, UTI, shingles and impetigo. Age restrictions apply.

Details 👇
pharmacyfirstnottinghamshire.com/
Graphic for NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire “Pharmacy First” campaign. On the left, two people stand in front of Orchard Pharmacy signage with a QR code displayed. Text on the right features a testimonial from Kevin Walker of Clipstone, Notts, describing how a pharmacist named Imran quickly treated an infected insect bite without needing a doctor’s appointment. The quote praises the service as helpful, reassuring, and a game-changer. NHS branding is visible at the top.
December 5, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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🤧 Flu cases are currently high in our area. If you’re eligible, please book a flu vaccination: www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...

Most cases can be managed at home. Here are some tips:
• Rest and sleep
• Keep warm
• Take ibuprofen or paracetamol for fever
• Drink plenty of fluids
Stuffed teddy bear lying in bed with a blue cold compress on its forehead and covered by a grey blanket.
December 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Worried about the Cost of Living this Christmas?

Nottinghamshire County Council have brought together lots of advice and support for local residents.

Take a look at:
www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/business-com...

#beststartnotts
Banner with text “Cost of Living Support” and illustrations of people and coins showing lightbulb, food, and clothing icons, Nottinghamshire County Council branding.
December 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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📢 Need to see a dentist urgently? 🦷

Visit NHS111 or phone 111 if you need urgent dental care. You do not need to be registered with an NHS dentist.

See a list of conditions and other info
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notts.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/...
Need urgent dental treatment? Extra urgent dental appointments are now available. Contact NHS111 if you need urgent dental care. Illustration of a man holding his face in pain. Logo: NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
December 4, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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More than 308,000 patients have failed to attend appointments at their GP practice in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire in the last year, at an estimated cost of over £9.25m to the NHS.

More information 👇
notts.icb.nhs.uk/2025/11/26/9...
December 3, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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New data shows GP Practices in Nottingham & Notts provided over 850,000 appointments in October this year, as staff at your practices continue to work hard to meet demand.

Thank you to everyone working in our local GP practice teams #THANKSDOC

👉 notts.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/...
December 3, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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❓ Did you know that GP Practices in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire provided more than 850,000 appointments in October this year, that's more than in any month for the last four years?

#THANKSDOC 🩺

Find out more about GP Practices 👇
notts.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/...
Infographic showing GP practice statistics for Nottingham and Nottinghamshire in October 2025. It highlights 857,793 appointments, 584,958 face-to-face consultations, and 338,193 same-day appointments. Includes NHS branding and the hashtag #ThanksDoc
December 2, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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🤰Getting vaccinated while you’re pregnant helps protect your baby from flu, whooping cough and RSV.

Speak to your maternity service or GP surgery or find out more 👇

www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/ke...
Vaccines can help protect you and your baby. Stay strong. Get vaccinated. Photo of a pregnant woman on a bus with her bump wrapped in bubble wrap.
December 2, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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🤧 You can get a free flu vaccine if you have a long-term condition like asthma, diabetes, kidney or liver disease, a heart problem or a neurological condition, such as multiple sclerosis or cerebral palsy.

More info 👇
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Help your body fight flu. Stay strong. Get vaccinated. Photo of three people wearing suits of armour. They are wearing different badges showing neurological condition, diabetes and a heart condition
December 1, 2025 at 1:10 PM