Homestead Medical Centre

01/09/2026

💙 Urology Awareness Month 💙

This Urology Awareness Month, we're helping to raise awareness of urological health and encouraging people to learn more about conditions that affect the urinary system and male reproductive organs.

Urological conditions can affect people of all ages and may include issues with the kidneys, bladder, prostate and urinary tract. Many people experience symptoms but may delay seeking help due to embarrassment or not recognising the signs.
Common symptoms that shouldn't be ignored include:
🔹 Blood in your urine
🔹 Changes in urinary habits
🔹 Pain or burning when passing urine
🔹 Frequent urinary tract infections
🔹 Difficulty emptying your bladder
🔹 Lower back, pelvic or abdominal pain

Early diagnosis and treatment can make a real difference. If you're experiencing symptoms or have concerns about your urological health, speak to a healthcare professional.

Find out more about urological conditions, research and support from The Urology Foundation:
👉 https://www.theurologyfoundation.org/
Let's help break the stigma around urological health and encourage open conversations.

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01/09/2026

🩸 Blood Cancer Awareness Month🩸

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of blood cancer and support the thousands of people affected by it. Blood cancer often receives less attention than other cancers, so every year the blood cancer community comes together to increase understanding of the disease and its symptoms.

Blood cancer includes conditions such as leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS and MPN, and symptoms can vary depending on the type. Common symptoms can include:
🔹 Unexplained weight loss
🔹 Unexplained bruising or bleeding
🔹 Lumps or swellings
🔹 Shortness of breath
🔹 Drenching night sweats
🔹 Persistent, recurrent or severe infections
🔹 Unexplained fever (38°C or above)
🔹 Unexplained rash or itchy skin
🔹 Pain in bones, joints or the abdomen
🔹 Extreme tiredness that doesn't improve with rest
🔹 Paleness

It's important to remember that some symptoms can look different on different skin tones.

Knowing the signs could make a difference. If you have any symptoms that concern you, speak to a healthcare professional.

Find out more at: https://bloodcancer.org.uk/

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31/08/2026

🔊⛔The surgery is closed today for bank holiday.
We will reopen tomorrow at 8am.

🤮🤧If you need help while we’re closed: Call our usual practice number Your call will go straight through to GP Care Wakefield.
GP Care Wakefield is open: Bank Holidays: 9am–3pm
They can give advice, prescriptions and arrange a face-to-face appointment if you need one.

💊Need a pharmacy, visit: https://www.nhs.uk/

28/08/2026

📅Just a reminder of the upcoming bank holiday.

We will be closed on Monday.
We will reopen again on Tuesday 1st September at 8am.

If you need help while we’re closed:
📱☎️Call our usual practice number Your call will go straight through to GP Care Wakefield.
GP Care Wakefield is open:
Saturdays: 9am–5pm
Sundays: 9am–1pm
Bank Holidays: 9am–3pm

🤧💊🤮They can give advice, prescriptions and arrange a face-to-face appointment if you need one.

28/08/2026

Today is......................

⭐️Breast Screening Open Day at Trinity Walk ⭐️
Have you received an invitation for breast screening but want to find out more about what will happen at your appointment? Or are you under 50 and want to know what to expect once you reach screening age?

Join us at our Breast Screening Open Day at Trinity Walk, Wakefield on Friday 28 August, from 10am to 4pm.

✅ Find out more about breast screening
✅ Meet our friendly team
✅ Ask questions and get advice
✅ Learn why screening is so important for early detection

No appointment needed, just drop by and have a chat.
📍 Trinity Walk, Wakefield
📅 Friday 28 August
⏰ 10am - 4pm

Breast screening saves lives. Come and find out more. 💗

26/08/2026

New baby? We’ve got you. 🤱🏻🍼

Get trusted health advice, feeding support, baby milestones, supporting Dads, events/activities and more!

📲Download our free app and visit our webpage Growing Healthy 0-19 Wakefield | HDFT Childrens Health Service

24/08/2026

🔊👋🏻This Friday

⭐️Breast Screening Open Day at Trinity Walk ⭐️
Have you received an invitation for breast screening but want to find out more about what will happen at your appointment? Or are you under 50 and want to know what to expect once you reach screening age?

Join us at our Breast Screening Open Day at Trinity Walk, Wakefield on Friday 28 August, from 10am to 4pm.

✅ Find out more about breast screening
✅ Meet our friendly team
✅ Ask questions and get advice
✅ Learn why screening is so important for early detection

No appointment needed, just drop by and have a chat.
📍 Trinity Walk, Wakefield
📅 Friday 28 August
⏰ 10am - 4pm

Breast screening saves lives. Come and find out more. 💗

21/08/2026

⭐️Breast Screening Open Day at Trinity Walk ⭐️

Have you received an invitation for breast screening but want to find out more about what will happen at your appointment? Or are you under 50 and want to know what to expect once you reach screening age?

Join us at our Breast Screening Open Day at Trinity Walk, Wakefield on Friday 28 August, from 10am to 4pm.

✅ Find out more about breast screening
✅ Meet our friendly team
✅ Ask questions and get advice
✅ Learn why screening is so important for early detection

No appointment needed, just drop by and have a chat.

📍 Trinity Walk, Wakefield
📅 Friday 28 August
⏰ 10am - 4pm

Breast screening saves lives. Come and find out more. 💗

21/08/2026

20/08/2026

NHS Health Check

🩺 Your Health Matters – Book Your Free NHS Health Check Today! 🌟

Are you aged 40-74 and not already diagnosed with a long-term condition? Then you're eligible for a free NHS Health Check, a simple check-up that could make a big difference.

✅ Check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and risk of diabetes or heart disease
✅ Get tailored advice to help you stay healthy
✅ It’s quick, free, and could help prevent serious health issues

Taking 20 minutes now could add years to your life. 💙
📅 Book your NHS Health Check through your GP today!

🔗 Learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/