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It’s our weekly check-in time again. We wonder what comments our patients have left this week and what lessons we can learn from this. So, let’s have a look. How likely are you to recommend our GP practice to friends and family if they needed similar care or treatment?Extremely likelyCan you tell us why you […]

Another week and more comments were left on our Patient Satisfaction Survey and the Friends and Family Test. It is once more time to have a look at what our patients think about our services and to learn lessons that could help us improve our services. So, let’s have a look, shall we? For me […]

We have been informed that the issue is now resolved but apologise for the inconvenience this caused. Our phone provider informed us this related to an update to the network over the weekend which has now been sorted. I’m certain our patients are getting as fed up with the practice needing to apologise for phone […]

Another week has passed, and it’s time to check in with the comments left on our Patient Satisfaction Survey and the Friends and Family Test again. We are grateful to all our patients who have commented to help us improve our services further. Our team is currently brainstorming how exactly we can improve our appointment […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 15 November from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Another week has gone by and we are already close to the middle of November. We’re unsure where the time has gone. Let’s check the comments left on our Patient Satisfaction Survey and the Friends and Family Test again. As always, we read all your comments and hope to learn lessons from these and gain […]

Our sincere apologies, also for the late posting of this message. Unfortunately, a doctor is off sick today which significantly reduces our capacity and today’s capacity has been reached. If you require an appointment today, you can: We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

This week at the surgery has seen a lot of unhappiness amongst staff and clinicians. We suspect our patients have been equally dissatisfied. One of our main GPs has spent a week away from the practice on annual leave, leaving the remaining GP partner to cope with all the work. This is not an unusual […]

It’s the weekend again and time to find out what comments our patients have left on the Patient Satisfaction Survey and the Friends and Family Test. Those of you who read these posts will know we read all the comments and aim to use them to allow us to improve our services further. Some suggestions […]

If you’re living in a Berneslai Homes property and are struggling with your bills or food, the Hardship Fund may be for you. Berneslai Homes can offer support with gas and electric bills through pre-payment vouchers or help to buy food and toiletries.  In some cases, help can be given to tenants with energy arrears […]

Another week has gone by while we near the end of October. Once more it is time to have a look at the latest comments left on our survey and draw our conclusions from these. Reason for attendance was to get some pain pain relief as in agony but which has not been provided There […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 18 October from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

You may have missed our Saturday walk-in flu clinics, but you can still receive your NHS flu jab during other appointments and annual reviews. Please ask while booking, or during your appointment. Subject to availability. Saturday 7 October, 413 patients attended and received their flu jab in Cudworth. Saturday 14 October, 433 patients attended and […]

How likely are you to recommend our GP practice to friends and family if they needed similar care or treatment?Extremely likelyCan you tell us why you gave that response?It was easy to get an appointment I rang on Tuesday and got an appointment on Thursday. The Dr was professional and listened to my symptoms. The […]

A quick reminder that we will have our Saturday walk-in Flu clinic at Grimethorpe tomorrow. Date: Saturday 14 October Time: 9 am-3 pm – We close from 1-1.30 pm for lunch Place: The Grimethorpe Centre, Acorn Way, Grimethorpe This is for eligible patients registered with Grimethorpe Surgery only and is subject to availability.

Covid walk-in sessions will be open in Barnsley for anyone eligible for an autumn COVID-19 vaccination booster. It will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Our next flu clinic for eligible patients registered with Grimethorpe Surgery is at the Grimethorpe Centre. Date: Saturday 14 October Time: 9 am-3 pm Type: Walk-in (no appointment needed) We close from 1-1.30 pm for lunch. Don’t miss out, grab your jab while you can! (subject to availability)

Yesterday was our first flu clinic this year. We had a total of 413 people attending to get their flu jab. Don’t forget to grab yours if you’re eligible next week. Our second walk-in flu clinic for patients registered with Grimethorpe Surgery is at the Grimethorpe Centre on Saturday 14 October from 9 am to […]

Usually, I leave this until my Saturday, but tomorrow will be a busy day. It will be our first flu-clinic this year – a walk-in clinic for all our eligible patients from 9 am till 3 pm in Cudworth. We will close from 1-1.30 pm for lunch. This will leave me with very little time […]

How’s Thi Ticker – community blood pressure checks events Please see HTT whereabouts for the upcoming two weeks: 9th October Tony’s Barbers, Central (10am – 2pm) 11th October Age UK Mens Social Club, Wombwell (10:30am – 12pm) 13th October Barnsley Market (10am – 2pm) 19th October Grimethorpe Social Group (10am – 1pm) 20th October Barnsley […]

Adult Social Care aims to help people aged 18 and over stay independent, safe, and well so they can live the lives they want to.Barnsley CVS wants to find out people’s views on Adult Social Care services in Barnsley.We want to hear from as many people as possible, whether or not you receive services funded […]

With apologies for a missing week of sharing the results, time ran away from the practice manager last weekend. Those comments are included below. Far too difficult to get appointments. Doctors/Nurses are great when you actually see them. With our assessment of need system, a clinician assesses the details the patient has shared with the […]

How’s Thi Ticker – community blood pressure checks events Please see HTT whereabouts for upcoming two-weeks below:

 Falls Awareness Day  “From awareness to action”  Venue: Barnsley Market Hall entrance Date and time: Friday 22 September9am – 3pm  Come along to talk about falls for yourself or someone you know.  Get tips and advice from organisations and teams including AgeUK, BOPPA, community NHS services, pop up mobility clinic, physical health prescribers, and social […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 20 September from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

It is time for a look at the comments left on our Patient Satisfaction Survey and the Friends and Family Test again. On arrival to the GP surgery I thought that I was booked in ,I waited nearly an hour and went to see who I was seeing to be told I did not get […]

Our practice manager may be on annual leave this week, but that doesn’t stop her from looking at the results from the Patient Satisfaction Survey and the Friends and Family Test. Here are the comments received during the last week. provides a better service than a lot of other surgeries.Do you think the practice has […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 6 September from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

It’s the weekend which means the practice manager has a look at the Patient Satisfaction surveys again. We believe it is important to stay in-tune with what our patients tell us and adjust things where necessary. We are, of course, limited by our capacity and guidance from above in what we can do. Some things […]

In case you think filling in our Survey is a waste of time, the practice manager checks the results every weekend. We use the results to help us improve our services further. We may not be able to, but we continue to monitor and adapt to provide the best service we possibly can. Here are […]

 Falls Awareness Day  “From awareness to action”  Venue: Barnsley Market Hall entrance Date and time: Friday 22 September9am – 3pm  Come along to talk about falls for yourself or someone you know.  Get tips and advice from organisations and teams including AgeUK, BOPPA, community NHS services, pop up mobility clinic, physical health prescribers, and social […]

The remaining dates for How’s Thi Ticker? Remaining August 2023 Dates and Venues: Thursday 24 August 9am – 2pm Penistone Market Friday 25 August 10am – 2pm Barnsley Market Wednesday 30 August 10am – 2pm Barnsley Market Thursday 31 August 9am – 2pm Penistone Market

WARNING: BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY COMING UP! MONDAY 28 AUGUST is a Bank Holiday. This means the surgery will be closed. For medical help during the Bank Holiday Weekend: contact NHS111. To ensure you have your prescriptions in time: last day to receive them before the weekend from the surgery is WEDNESDAY 23 AUGUST BEFORE MIDDAY! […]

NHS staff receive abuse on a daily basis, often more than once a day. This negatively affects their mental health. We have a zero-tolerance policy to abuse and aggression. Please treat our staff with respect. Although we understand your frustration, please do not take it out on our receptionists. Thank you!

Want to know more about the type of appointments that are available in General Practice? Have a look at this video to get them explained to you. At present, we use AccuRx Triage for online consultations. Currently, we do not offer group consultations.

The dates for our Saturday walk-in flu clinics are as follows: Cudworth: Saturday 7 October from 9 am – 3 pm (closed between 1 and 1.30 for lunch) Grimethorpe: Saturday 14 October from 9 am – 3 pm (closed between 1 and 1.30 for lunch) Don’t miss out! Grab your jab while you can! Available […]

You can be offered the shingles vaccine (Zostavax) as soon as they reach the eligible age (70-79 plus 364 days). You can be immunised at any point in the year. If you are 50 or over and have a weakened immune system (severely immunocompromised), you are also eligible for the shingles vaccine (Shingrix, which is […]

Again we are in need to apologise for the inconvenience caused. We just found out that our phone lines again are not allowing patients to phone in, nor can we phone out. We have reported the issue to our suppliers and hope this can be resolved as quickly as possible. Both Cudworth and Grimethorpe are […]

We are experiencing problems with our phone lines in Grimethorpe. This appears to be location based as the other practice in our building is also experiencing problems. If you need to get in touch with us, please contact us on 01226 707110 instead (our Cudworth number). This is not the number to contact Brierley on! […]

 Falls Awareness Day  “From awareness to action”  Venue: Barnsley Market Hall entrance Date and time: Friday 22 September 9am – 3pm  Come along to talk about falls for yourself or someone you know.  Get tips and advice from organisations and teams including AgeUK, BOPPA, community NHS services, pop up mobility clinic, physical health prescribers, and […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 19 July from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 21 June from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Barnsley Carers Service Our Service supports adults who provide unpaid help and support to a loved one due to illness or disability. We know that being a carer can impact your day-to-day life significantly. It can be both rewarding and isolating. Through this you may be unable to work. Your own health and wellbeing can suffer […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 17 May from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Stammering and stuttering mean the same thing Causes? Stammering is neurological. It is not caused by nerves, lack of confidence, or lack of intelligence Impact? We know from adults who stammer that their experiences in childhood can affect mental health, academic success, and employment prospects Therapy? There is no ‘cure’ for stammering – We embrace stammering as a […]

Do you have a chronic disease for which you receive annual reviews at the surgery? In that case, you might wish to know how we deal with those at Grimethorpe Surgery. We aim to do all the reviews for your chronic diseases at the same time where possible, saving you from having to make multiple […]

There will be changes to the Phlebotomy Services at Barnsley NHS Foundation Trust (BHNFT). From Tuesday 2 May 2023, BHNFT policy for patients referred by GP Surgeries for Phlebotomy Services will be to direct patients to the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Barnsley Town Centre.  Additionally, all repeat Outpatient Phlebotomy Requirements should now be conducted at the CDC. […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 19 April from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Introduction Have you had enough of the changes to how things work at the surgery yet? We have, but we don’t have any other choice than to change yet again. Some of you may have heard of the changes to the GP contract. For the second year in a row, the government has imposed changes […]

Still, GP appointments have surged 10% above pre-pandemic levels! GP practices in England delivered 10% more appointments in February this year compared with the same month in 2020 – with 3% fewer GPs, official data show.

If you live with diabetes and are observing Ramadan, you can find more advice on choosing whether to fast, including what risks to be aware of, on the @DiabetesUK website. http://diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/managing-your-diabetes/ramadan

Did we believe Covid was a thing of the past? If we did, we’re wrong. Unfortunately, Covid has caught up with a number of our staff members (clinical and non-clinical), which means we will have a reduced capacity for appointments in the coming week. We apologise for the inconvenience this will cause our patients. Please […]

It’s #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth. Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be caused by lots of things, which can make it hard to diagnose. It’s important to get any symptoms checked as soon as possible. Finding it early can mean it’s more treatable. https://nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-cancer/

Telephone problems at our Cudworth branch. The phones have been re-routed to Grimethorpe while we get this sorted. Please bear with us as this can mean a longer wait. We apologise for the inconvenience and hope our supplier can get this resolved asap. Addendum: apparently the re-routing was unsuccessful. Please ring our Grimethorpe phone line […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 15 March from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Your next poo could save your life. Just a tiny sample detects signs of cancer before you notice anything wrong. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off. For more information, visit nhs.uk/bowel-screening.

This is how you REALLY examine your breasts. Let Liz O’Riordan, breast surgeon, show you: What to look for Where to feel How to feel What cancer might feel like SHE NEVER checked her breasts because she didn’t think she would get #breastcancer. She was wrong. Please share this with anyone who needs to learn […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 22 February from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8 am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The role of Social Prescribers is to help people address social problems they are facing that impact their well-being – there are many life problems that make you feel unwell. The Social Prescribers are there to listen and help, using their connections with voluntary organisations, clubs, and specialised services to improve patients’ quality of life. […]

How to check your breasts after a mastectomy #breastcancer Source: Twitter – @Liz_ORiordan You can watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5wRycXgUaTY

Unfortunately, one of our doctors is off sick today and this will mean a reduced appointment capacity today. Please bear with us as we try to help you the best way we can. Remember to give our receptionist a brief description of your problem so she can help direct you to the best clinician or […]

Following World Cancer Day on Friday 3rd February, NHS England is running its ‘Bus-ting Cancer Tour’ next week which sees NHS staff in a specially designed bus travelling across the country to encourage people who are worried about a cancer symptom to contact their GP.  Part of NHS England’s Help Us, Help You campaign, the […]

Tinnitus is the term for hearing sounds that come from inside your body, rather than from an outside source. If you have tinnitus, there are things you can try that may help to make your symptoms less noticeable. Learn more: http://nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus… #TinnitusAwarenessWeek

Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer. Contact your GP practice if you are experiencing any of these signs and symptoms of lung cancer. Early diagnosis and treatment of cancer can save lives http://nhs.uk/lung-cancer#WorldCancerDay

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK. Here are the three main symptoms. Other health problems can cause similar symptoms – but it’s important to get them checked by a GP if you have any symptoms for 3 weeks or more. #WorldCancerDay

Breast cancer can cause a number of signs and symptoms. Get used to checking regularly and be aware of anything that’s new or different for you. For more info ➡️ http://nhs.uk/breast-cancer #WorldCancerDay

We will have reduced appointment capacity today as one of our doctors is off sick. If you need to be seen urgently today you can do one of the following: Contact i-Heart between 4 and 6 pm on 01226 242419 Contact NHS 111 If your problem is non-urgent, you can also try to book a […]

Tomorrow, Tuesday the 31st of January will be Carol’s last working day. After nearly 40 years at the practice, she will be retiring. Although we will all miss her loads, we wish her all the best for a well-deserved retirement. Thank you for all you mean to all of us, Carol. 😍

What happens when you have a mammogram? #breastcancer #breastscreening When you get your letter, don’t miss out, book your appointment!

Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay, when we remember all those murdered during the Holocaust, Nazi persecution of other groups, and in genocides that followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. Visit the @HMD_UK website to find out more: https://www.hmd.org.uk/

#BuildFamilyResilience Parental Mental Health Day 2023: 29 January. This year’s theme is #BuildFamilyResilience, focusing on how parents and carers can successfully adapt to challenging life situations, and deal with their own stress and anxiety. https://stem4.org.uk/parentmentalhealthday/ Want to take part in the webinar? Register via the link below. bit.ly//stem4webinars-PMHD2023

Planning to go abroad on holiday? Somewhere exotic? Here are some sources of advice on the avoidance of mosquito bites: Mosquito bite avoidance: advice for travellers Health advice for travellers to reduce the risk of acquiring mosquito-borne infections such as chikungunya, dengue, Japanese encephalitis, malaria, West Nile virus, yellow fever and Zika. It was developed […]

Want to know what happens at cervical screening? Please watch the video below to find out more. The process is quick and can prevent cancer or pick it up at an early stage. Don’t miss your chance and book as soon as you receive your invitation in the post.

Going for your cervical screening can help prevent cervical cancer or pick it up at an early stage. Don’t miss out on your chance for this. You will receive a letter in the post to invite you for your cervical screening (smear), when you are due one. Don’t ignore it, book an appointment with the […]

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is 23rd – 29th January 2023 Read more here on how you can get involved: https://www.jostrust.org.uk/get-involved/campaign/cervical-cancer-prevention-week You can download the Easy Read info leaflet about having a smear test here: https://www.jostrust.org.uk/shop/cervical-screening-and-cervical-abnormalities/download-only-easyread-booklet-having-smear-test

Doctorsnet.uk 19 January 2023, 1:00am Staff face daily abuse in many practices across the UK, according to an alarming new survey. The survey of GPs found that 40% reported daily abuse against them or their staff. As many as 74% reported facing weekly abuse in their practice, according to the Pulse survey. 45% said that all their staff […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Risks of #breastcancer for women in their 50s – for alcohol, HRT and obesity Shared from Dr Liz O’Riordan on Twitter.

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 18 January from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8 am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The NHS invites all women between 50 and 71 for a breast screening every three years. If you have got your invitation letter, please don’t hesitate to book your appointment. If you haven’t had a breast screening before this short video explains it: https://bit.ly/3WRIJKI

On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of the coming week we will have a reduced capacity of appointments. We have just been informed one of our doctors will be absent due to unforeseen circumstances. Please bear with us as we try to provide our patients with the best care possible.

National Obesity Awareness Week in the U.K. is observed in January and takes place from January 10 to 16 this year. Obesity affects more and more children, adults, and even pets in the U.k. each year. https://nationaltoday.com/national-obesity-awareness-week/

Advice from NHS.uk: If you have COVID-19, you can pass on the virus to other people for up to 10 days from when your infection starts. Here we share advice on what to do if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or have any symptoms of COVID-19.

We saw this interesting to look at the workforce trends & workload in different sectors of the NHS and thought we would share it with you. TLDR – General Practice is doing 20% more with less workforce https://ifs.org.uk/sites/default/files/2022-12/NHS-funding-resources-and-treatment-volumes-Institute-for-Fiscal-Studies.pdf Despite the feeling, there are fewer appointments available than there used to be before the pandemic, there […]

We have listened to our patients and from today, a queuing system will be in place. When you phone the surgery, you will now get a welcoming message before being passed through to the queue. This message will alert the caller to hang up and dial 999 if faced with a life-threatening problem, like a […]

Want help on any of the following? Just click on the link to find out more: Quitting Smoking New Diabetes Diagnosis Living well with Diabetes New COPD diagnosis (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Living well with COPD Living well Heart Failure Ageing well at home (including falls prevention, loneliness, isolation, alcohol, hydration, etc.) Living well with Dementia (for patients […]

This website provides pregnant women, babies, children, and young people across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw with consistent and high-quality advice from local health professionals.  You’ll find clear information on common childhood illnesses, including advice on what ‘red-flag’ signs to look out for, where to seek help if required and how long your child’s symptoms are […]

Paces is a charity that supports children, adults, and families from all around our region living with cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions. At Paces, it is their belief that every person has huge individual potential and the right to specialised services that allow them to realise that potential. They also believe that learning does […]

Although not all comments were nice to read and several made us look carefully at the services we provide, there were a lot of nice comments, too. We never shy away from constructive criticism. We received one criticism that clearly wasn’t supposed to reach us. This appeared to be directed towards our neighbours in Grimethorpe. […]

Introduction From November 2022 until today, we’ve run a Patient Satisfaction Survey to find out how satisfied our patients are with the services we provide. We expected to find significant dissatisfaction based on the abuse our receptionists encounter on a daily basis. The results, however, left us pleasantly surprised. This is not a reason to […]