Pendyffryn Medical Group

CLINICS
HEALTH PROMOTION AND DISEASE PREVENTION

What You Can Do With A Little Of Our Help!

1 Stop Smoking

It has been proven beyond any doubt that smoking can cause severe illness and death. The single most important thing any smoker can do for their own health (and those around them) is to kick the habit. If you need advice on how to stop, make an appointment with either your doctor or one of our nurses for some helpful advice and encouragement.

Stop Smoking (Wales) 0800 085 2219

2 Lose Weight

Many people are heavier than their 'ideal weight' and know they would feel better if they weighed less. But trying to shed those extra pounds is not so easy in practice.

To assist and encourage you in this endeavour, we can arrange for you to be seen by a dietician.

Remember, 'you are what you eat' and that how much you eat is as important if not more so than what you eat.

3 Take Exercise

Regular exercise is of benefit to you; whilst for most of us the London Marathon is an unrealistic aim, a brisk walk at least once a day, or a swim two or three times a week will pay great dividends.

'Winners Team' is an exercise programme which promotes a more active and healthier lifestyle. A free health and information service for Denbighshire residents.

Tel: (07917) 040647

4 Limit Alcohol

Some alcohol consumption does no harm, but you should aim to keep your alcohol consumption at no more than 21 units in a week for a man, or 14 units for a woman. (One unit = half a pint of beer, one glass of wine, one measure of spirit.)

MOST IMPORTANTLY - NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.

What We Can Do With A Little Of Your Help!

1 Cervical Cytology - Never Fear To Have A Smear

We recommend that all women between the ages of 20 and 65 should have a simple test called a cervical smear at least every three years. An appointment for this can be made with either one of our doctors or nurses, as part of a well woman check. Our computer will send a letter to you every three years to remind you to make an appointment.

2 Blood Pressure

Every patient over the age of 25 years should have their blood pressure checked every three years. If you come to a well person clinic, please bring a urine specimen so that we can check this. We will also check your weight.

3 Cholesterol (Lipid) Testing

Those patients under 65 years who suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, or who have a strong family history of premature heart disease, should consider this simple blood test, which can be arranged either by the doctor or practice nurse. If your cholesterol is raised, simple dietary advice could be sufficient to reduce your risk of a heart disease.

4 Immunisation

All adults should have a tetanus immunisation booster every 10 years - any of our doctors or practice nurses will
perform this for you.

Each autumn we hold our influenza immunisation campaign. We hold regular clinics and invite all patients over 65 years and those with diabetes, coronary heart or respiratory disease or certain other chronic illnesses to have this immunisation.

Patients over 65 or those younger who are at risk should have a pneumonia vaccination. Please discuss this with your doctor.

CHILD AND MATERNITY SERVICES
Antenatal Clinics

All doctors hold weekly antenatal clinics with a midwife. Please ask for an appointment for your own doctor's clinic.

Contraception

All doctors offer a full range of contraceptive services including oral contraception and coil fitting.

Postnatal And Childhood Immunisation

We request that you and your baby attend your doctor eight weeks after the birth so that a full postnatal examination can be performed on you and your child's first injection given. All subsequent injections can then be given by either the doctor or health visitor.

The following is the schedule for child immunisations which we give in the practice:

2 Months	Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough), Polio, HIB, Men C, Pneumococcal
3 Months	Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough), Polio, HIB, Men C
4 Months	Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough), Polio, HIB, Men C, Pneumococcal
12 Months	HIB, Men C
13 Months	MMR, Pneumococcal
3 Years 4 Months	Diphtheria, Tetanus, Acellular Pertussis, Polio, MMR

You should receive a postcard prior to your child's immunisation, but if you don't, please contact the surgery when your child is the appropriate age. We strongly recommend that your child is immunised against all these diseases. If you have any concerns regarding vaccination, do not hesitate to discuss them either with your doctor or health visitor.

Child Health Surveillance

We hold a child health clinic run by Dr Wares, Dr Campbell and Dr Morrison. Health visitors are also present to offer advice on any matters of baby care that might concern you. A periodical examination is carried out at between six and eight weeks of age. You will receive a written invitation prior to this.

DISEASE PREVENTION

Well Person Clinics/Appointments

If you are in good health, but feel in need of a 'general check up', you should make an appointment for this with a practice nurse. This appointment will include a cervical smear for women if necessary. You should bring a urine specimen with you.

Travel Immunisation Clinic

This clinic takes place each week. If you need advice on immunisation prior to travelling, please make an appointment for this clinic at least two months in advance of your likely travel date.

It is an individual's responsibility to ensure that they have adequate travel insurance. You must ensure that you have notified your travel insurance company of all your current medical illnesses, otherwise your insurance will not be valid.

DISEASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMMES

We run specific disease management programmes for the following problems:

Asthma
Diabetes
Hypertension
COPD
Heart Disease

The times for these are shown in the health promotion activities timetable. If you wish to have an appointment for any of these problems our receptionist will only be too pleased to arrange this with a doctor or nurse.

MINOR SURGERY

On Thursday mornings, Dr Jessup/Dr Scriven carry out minor surgery sessions for a variety of minor ailments.  You should see your own doctor for advice on whether any ‘lump or bump’ is suitable for dealing with in this session.

Dr Phillips and Dr Popat also perform some procedures during ordinary appointment times.

CLINICS IN GENERAL

With so many doctors, nurses and other attached staff, health promotion clinics are liable to change from time to time. If this happens we will attach an addition to our practice booklet giving updated times, but information provided is correct as of September 2008.

HEALTH PROMOTION ACTIVITIES TIMETABLE -

By appointment only - Run by practice nurses.

Diabetes
Mon	9.00am - 12 noon	12.30 - 2.00pm
Tues	9.00am - 12 noon	12.30 - 5.00pm
Wed	9.30 - 11.30am	12.30 - 2.00pm
Thurs	9.00am - 12 noon
Fri	9.00am -12 noon	12.30 - 2.00pm
One clinic per week in Meliden One clinic per week in Ffynnongroew
Asthma/COPD
Mon	3.15 - 5.30pm
Tues	2.15 - 5.00pm
Wed	9.00am - 12 noon	2.15pm - 5.00pm
Thurs	9.00am - 12 noon
Fri	9.00am - 12 noon	1.30 - 4.30pm
Hypertension Clinic
Thurs	2.00pm - 5.00pm
Child Immunisation Clinic
Tues	9.30 - 11.45am
Thurs	9.30 - 11.45am
Well Woman
Mon	9.00am - 12 noon	1.45 - 4.00pm
Wed	9.00am - 12 noon
Thurs	1.00 - 5.00pm
The prime purpose of this clinic is to conduct cervical cytology screening.
Travel Advice
Fri	1.45 - 3.15pm
CHD
Tues	9.00am - 12 noon
Thurs	9.00am - 12 noon
Open Clinic
Mon	9.00am - 12 noon	2.00 - 5.00pm
Tues	9.00am - 12 noon	1.30 - 4.00pm
Wed	9.00 - 10.00am	1.30 - 5.30pm
Thurs	3.00 - 5.00pm
Fri	8.50am - 12 noon	2.00 - 4.00pm

Antiocoagulation Monitoring
Anticoagulation blood clinics, for patients who take Warfarin medication, are also held regularly throughout the week on an appointment only basis, to checkINR levels.

INSURANCE MEDICALS

Please inform the receptionist when this type of examination is required as a longer appointment time may be necessary. Please bring a urine sample with you.
There may be a charge for some medical examinations.