Winter Health Update

Stay Well This Season

The practice will be closed Thursday 25th December 2025 and Friday 26th December 2025.

Protect yourself and loved ones against FLU

You can get your vaccination from your local pharmacy

Your eligible for a free flu vaccine if you have a long-term condition, currently pregnant or a carer

Children can also get the nasal vaccine at designated pharamcies

Don't delay book today!

Covid vaccinations continue to be offered to pateints at risk

Have you received notifation from the NHS to book in for your COVID19 vaccine?

Book online or speak to your pharmacist about getting protected.

Book your COVID19 vaccine online 

 

Enjoying Christmas When You’re Living With Diabetes

The festive season is full of celebration, rich foods and changes to your normal routine—but you can still enjoy it while staying in control.

Christmas doesn’t have to mean perfect blood sugars; it’s about balance and confidence. Planning ahead helps you enjoy the foods you love without feeling restricted. Think about what matters most to you during the holidays—whether it’s a favourite dessert, a big family meal or simply relaxing—and build small adjustments around that.

Practical tips:

  • Have regular meals and avoid going long stretches without eating.
  • Enjoy treats mindfully—smaller portions still hit the spot.
  • Include protein or fibre with snacks to help steady blood sugar levels.
  • Stay hydrated and pace alcoholic drinks.
  • A gentle walk after meals can help stabilise glucose.
  • Keep up with your usual monitoring so you know how your body is responding.

Most importantly, be kind to yourself. One meal won’t undo your hard work. Focus on enjoyment, balance, and making the season work for you.

Your Sexual Health Matters

Looking after your sexual health is quick, discreet, and important—especially if you have new or multiple partners.

STI Testing Free, confidential home testing kits are available through alleast. Tests arrive in plain packaging and results are provided securely. Regular screening helps detect infections early, even when you don’t have symptoms.

Contraception Whether you’re planning ahead or need support choosing the right method, contraception is available through your GP practice and local sexual health services. Options include pills, implants, injections, IUDs, condoms, and emergency contraception.

If you're unsure what’s right for you, speak with a clinician for personalised advice.

WALTHAM FOREST COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Help available over the Christmas period:

  • Warm spaces

  • Community meals & food support

  • Social groups & activities

  • Housing, money & wellbeing support

Visit the Waltham Forest Council website for details.

Published: Nov 11, 2025