Health News & Top Tips

Welcome to The Walcote Practice news page where we bring you the latest Practice Updates and Health News. Dr Nic Hillier offers you guidance and reassurance about the latest research, health trends, treatments and concerns.

We also give you regular Top Tips for managing different aspects of your health to keep you feeling at your best.

Supporting your health during COVID-19 outbreak

As you will no doubt be aware, a novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is currently in circulation globally and the UK is experiencing increasing numbers of new …

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Osteoarthritis – what do you need to know?

Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common type of arthritis, is a condition which causes gradual damage to joints and causes them to become painful and stiff.  …

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Are you drinking too much sugar?

Yes, you read that right…its Sugar Awareness Week this week and the theme this year is ‘What’s in your drink?’.  Many of us are aware …

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HOW TO STAY WELL THIS FESTIVE SEASON

The festive period is a time for family and festivities but the late nights, overeating and extra drinking can have an impact on your health, …

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PANCREATIC CANCER – ARE YOU AT RISK?

The pancreas is a gland in the abdomen which lies behind your stomach and in front of your spine.  Its two main functions are digestion …

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ALCOHOL AWARENESS WEEK – ARE YOU DRINKING TOO MUCH?

Alcohol Awareness Week is running from 11th – 17th November 2019, led by Alcohol Change UK. It is important for us all to be aware …

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HPV VACCINES FOR BOYS

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the name given to a common group of viruses.  Some of these viruses can cause conditions like warts and verrucas, but …

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POSITIVE RESULTS AT THE WALCOTE PRACTICE

The Walcote Practice is strongly committed to listening to patients and acting on their feedback. We also focus on attaining the highest standards practice-wide and …

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PROUD TO BE SPONSORS OF HAT FAIR 2019

The Walcote Practice is proud to be an established part of the community in Winchester and the surrounding areas. We are delighted to support the …

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that can affect anyone over the age of 16 years. June 17th to 23rd 2019 is Rheumatoid Arthritis …

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