Patients help to ease pressure on surgery

Group (PPG).

Angela Hunter, chair of the Waterloo PPG, which allows a two-way working and idea exchange between patients and the practice, said: “Thanks to the generosity of all, the PPG are delighted to have raised enough funds to purchase three additional blood pressure monitors and some extra cuffs, for use by the patients of the practice. enthusiastic approach to all she attempts. I think she is a very brave young lady to undertake the Number 1 cut and a fine example to all young people in Kirklees.

“The death of her brother has obviously had a lasting effect on her and she is determined to do what she can to help those battling

“This will allow more patients to have their blood pressure checked at home. These monitors are essential for people who suffer from ‘white coat syndrome,’ when within a medical environment, a patient’s blood pressure rises as soon as a medical professional takes the patient’s blood pressure. Having a devise at home can alleviate this complication.” cancer.

“I have nothing but admiration for Sammie in what she is doing so please don’t let her down and make a donation to this worthy cause.”

Anyone who would like to donate can see http:// uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ SammieJadeWeavill Pictured (from left) Dr Hubert Nazareth, secretary of the PPG Ann Jones, practice manager Brigid Collinge and chair of the PPG Angela Hunter with some of the blood pressure monitors

She thanked the practice and fellow patients for their generosity.

They supported a book donation, raffles and bought calendars created by patients and produced by the PPG. They also held a Christmas carol event with the children of Dalton Infant and Junior School.

Other activities by the PPG include training patients to use online services.