At Lyme Bay Medical Practice, we want to support our male patients in living longer, healthier lives. Whether it’s a physical concern, a mental health struggle, or just a routine check-in, we are here to help.

We are hosting a dedicated Men’s Wellness Evening to help you engage with local health services and take charge of your wellbeing.

When:

• Drop in anytime between 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM on Wednesday, 29th April

Where:

• Lyme Regis Medical Centre, Uplyme Road, DT7 3LS 

What's on offer:

• FREE Walk-in Health Checks: Get your Blood Pressure and Pulse checked.
• Vital Stats: Quick Height and Weight measurements.
• Screenings: Cholesterol and HBA1C/Diabetes tests available on-site.
• Prostate Health: Learn about screening and book a PSA test if you are eligible.
• Expert Talks: Hear from Livewell Dorset at 6:00 PM and join a Prostate Cancer Screening talk at 6:30 PM
• Wellbeing support – meet local support services to help you stay at the top of your game – both physically and mentally.

We’ll also have the kettle on with tea and coffee available while you browse the services.

No appointment needed.  We look forward to seeing you there! 

You don’t always need a GP appointment to make a big change. LiveWell Dorset is a free service for Dorset residents that provides 1-to-1 coaching and advice to help you:

• Get Active: Find local activities that fit your schedule.
• Lose Weight: Access vouchers for weight-loss groups.
• Quit Smoking: Get free nicotine replacement and coaching.
• Drink Less: Rethink your relationship with alcohol.

Register today: LiveWell Dorset website or call 0800 840 1628.

Please book an appointment if you notice:

• Lumps or changes in your testicles.
• New or persistent moles or skin changes.
• Difficulty getting or keeping an erection (this can sometimes be an early sign of heart health issues).
• Low mood or anxiety that isn't going away.

Remember: It’s okay to not be okay. If you’re struggling with your mental health, please reach out to us or text SHOUT to 85258 for 24/7 crisis support.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. If you are aged 50 or over, you can discuss the pros and cons of a PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood test with a GP, even if you don't have symptoms.

• Who is at higher risk? Men over 50, Black men (from age 45), and those with a family history of prostate cancer.
• Symptoms to watch for: Needing to pee more often (especially at night), difficulty starting, or a weak flow.
• Important: A high PSA level does not always mean cancer—it can be caused by an enlarged prostate or recent vigorous exercise.

Find out more: NHS Information on PSA Testing

The Dorset and Wiltshire National Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Programme invites all men registered with a GP for a screening in the year they turn 65. Men over 65 who have not previously been screened or treated for an AAA can request screening.

The Process will:

• Identify aneurysms that need monitoring
• Discover aneurysms that could rupture, enabling treatment to be offered
• Reassure men who don't have an aneurysm.
• An ultrasound scan of the abdomen is used to detect AAAs. The scan is carried out by a screener who is specially trained to work within the NHS AAA Screening Programme. The scan itself is quick, painless and non-invasive and the results are provided straight away.

The result

There are three possible results from the scan:

• Normal:   A normal result means that the aorta is not enlarged (there is no aneurysm). Most men have a normal result. No treatment or monitoring is needed afterwards. We will not invite you for AAA screening again.
• Small aneurysm found:   If we find a small aneurysm this means that the aorta is a little wider than normal. We invite men with a small aneurysm back for regular scans to check whether the aorta is getting bigger.
• Large aneurysm found:   If we find a large aneurysm this means that the aorta is much wider than normal. Only about 1 in 100 men who are screened have a large aneurysm. We give men with a large aneurysm an appointment with a specialist team to have more scans and to talk about possible treatment, usually an operation.

Telephone: 01722 336262 Ext 2640 or 2539

Social Prescribers from the Jurassic Coast Primary Care Network (PCN) work alongside us to provide extra time, a listening ear, and practical support to help you live a healthier, happier life.

The Social Prescribing team have collated a library of trusted local and national services related to men's health and wellbeing.

View the Men's Health Resource Sheet here.