Irwell Medical Practice

Irwell Medical Practice Irwell Medical Practice aims to offer high quality healthcare to it's patients. We strive to be the very best that we can be at all times.

🧤 Do your fingers or toes change colour in the cold? 🦶Raynaud’s is a common condition that causes blood flow to reduce i...
23/01/2026

🧤 Do your fingers or toes change colour in the cold? 🦶

Raynaud’s is a common condition that causes blood flow to reduce in the fingers and toes, often triggered by cold weather or stress. This can make them turn white, blue or red, and feel cold, numb or painful.

Simple steps can help manage symptoms:

✔️ Keep your hands and feet warm
✔️ Avoid sudden temperature changes
✔️ Manage stress where possible
✔️ Stop smoking (if applicable)

If your symptoms are severe, worsening, or affecting your daily life, please contact the practice for advice or an appointment.

📞 We’re here to help keep you well this winter.

🤢🚽 Vomiting and Diarrhoea? 🚽🤢Stomach bugs such as norovirus can be very unpleasant, but the good news is they usually ge...
22/01/2026

🤢🚽 Vomiting and Diarrhoea? 🚽🤢

Stomach bugs such as norovirus can be very unpleasant, but the good news is they usually get better on their own within around 2 days 💙

For most people, self-care at home is the best treatment:

💧 Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration
🍵 Take small, frequent sips if you’re feeling sick
🛌 Rest as much as possible
🧼 Wash hands thoroughly to help stop the spread

You usually do not need antibiotics for stomach bugs, as they are often caused by viruses.

📞 When to seek medical advice:

Please contact us or seek urgent help if symptoms are severe, last longer than a few days, or if you are worried about a baby, older adult, pregnant person, or someone with a weakened immune system.

Staying at home until 48 hours after symptoms stop also helps protect others 🌈

📱 Manage your healthcare with the NHS AppDid you know you can access many of our GP services quickly and securely using ...
22/01/2026

📱 Manage your healthcare with the NHS App

Did you know you can access many of our GP services quickly and securely using the NHS App?

With the app, you can:
✔️ Order repeat prescriptions
✔️ Check test results
✔️ View your GP health record
✔️ Manage appointments
✔️ Access NHS services anytime, anywhere

The NHS App is free, easy to use, and helps you stay in control of your health without needing to phone the practice.

🔍 Search “NHS App” on the App Store or Google Play to download today.

💚 Young People’s Mental Health Support – Online Drop-Ins 💚Are you under 18, or worried about a young person’s mental hea...
21/01/2026

💚 Young People’s Mental Health Support – Online Drop-Ins 💚

Are you under 18, or worried about a young person’s mental health?

Our free online drop-in advice sessions are available throughout January 2026.

🖥️ Delivered by CYPMH East
📍 Online via Attend Anywhere

🕒 A range of afternoon and evening sessions available
You don’t need a referral — just log on and speak to a professional in a safe, supportive space.

🔗 Join here: https://tinyurl.com/ELCAS-LSCFT
When prompted, enter “CYPMH East” as the first name and “drop in” as the second name, followed by your date of birth.

📅 January sessions:
• Wed 21 Jan – 5pm–7pm
• Wed 28 Jan – 1pm–3pm

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📱🤝 Drop-In Support Sessions – Getting Online 🤝📱We’re running drop-in support sessions to help our patients feel more con...
20/01/2026

📱🤝 Drop-In Support Sessions – Getting Online 🤝📱

We’re running drop-in support sessions to help our patients feel more confident contacting us online 💻✨

These sessions are a chance to:
✅ Learn how to contact the practice online
✅ Receive a step-by-step tutorial
✅ Get help accessing and using the NHS App
✅ Ask questions in a relaxed, supportive environment

📅 Session dates and times:
• Thursday 8th January – 10am–11am
• Tuesday 20th January – 11am–12pm
• Thursday 29th January – 10am–11am

📲 Please bring the device you would normally use to contact us online (smartphone, tablet, or laptop). Make sure it’s fully charged 🔋 where possible.

Our nominated staff members will be on hand to support you and answer any questions 🤍

More dates will be added and advertised soon 🌟

We look forward to seeing you there!

🌍 World Religion Day 🌍Today we recognise World Religion Day, a day that promotes understanding, respect, and peace betwe...
19/01/2026

🌍 World Religion Day 🌍

Today we recognise World Religion Day, a day that promotes understanding, respect, and peace between all religions 🤍

It’s an opportunity to learn about different faiths, celebrate diversity, and reflect on the values that bring us together — kindness, compassion, and community.

At Irwell Medical Practice, we are proud to serve a diverse community and remain committed to treating everyone with dignity, respect, and equality.

Let’s take a moment today to listen, learn, and support one another 🌿

💊🏥 Pharmacy First – Get Treatment Without a GP Appointment 🏥💊Did you know your local community pharmacy can now assess a...
16/01/2026

💊🏥 Pharmacy First – Get Treatment Without a GP Appointment 🏥💊

Did you know your local community pharmacy can now assess and treat a range of common conditions without needing to see a GP first? 💙

Through the NHS Pharmacy First service, trained pharmacists can provide advice and, where appropriate, treatment for:

✔️ Sore throat (ages 5+)
✔️ Earache (ages 1–17)
✔️ Sinusitis (ages 12+)
✔️ Infected insect bites (ages 1+)
✔️ Impetigo (ages 1+)
✔️ Shingles (ages 18+)
✔️ Uncomplicated urinary tract infections – women aged 16–64

This service helps you get quick, convenient care, while also helping keep GP appointments available for those who need them most 🤝

If your symptoms match one of the conditions listed, consider visiting your local pharmacy — no appointment needed 🌟

If your symptoms are more serious or not improving, please contact the practice for further advice.

🌈📲 Take control of your healthcare with the NHS App 📲🌈The NHS App puts your healthcare in your hands 💪It helps you stay ...
15/01/2026

🌈📲 Take control of your healthcare with the NHS App 📲🌈

The NHS App puts your healthcare in your hands 💪
It helps you stay informed, organised, and connected — all in one place.

Using the app can help:
💊 Reduce waiting times for prescriptions
📄 Give you easy access to important health information
📞 Cut down on unnecessary phone calls

If you’re unsure how to download or use it, our friendly NHS App Ambassadors are on site and ready to help 🤍

Downloading the NHS App is a positive step towards simpler, more accessible healthcare for everyone 🌟

🫀 NO FEAR DEFIB & CPR SESSION – FREE COMMUNITY EVENT 🫀We’re pleased to be hosting a free ‘No Fear’ familiarisation sessi...
14/01/2026

🫀 NO FEAR DEFIB & CPR SESSION – FREE COMMUNITY EVENT 🫀

We’re pleased to be hosting a free ‘No Fear’ familiarisation session at Irwell Medical Practice, delivered by Dr Ealing and Rossendale Community First Responders in partnership with Community Defibs for Rossendale.

This relaxed, practical session will help you:
✔️ Learn how to confidently use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
✔️ Understand what to do in a sudden cardiac arrest
✔️ Practise CPR skills
✔️ Ask questions in a supportive, no-pressure environment

📍 Irwell Medical Practice, OL13 9NR
📅 Wednesday 25th February 2026
⏰ 6.00pm – 8.30pm

👥 Everyone welcome – no experience needed!

⚠️ Booking is essential
📆 Last date to book: 18th February

📞 To book your place:
📧 margaretbtalukdar@hotmail.com

📱 07929 497638

Learning these skills could help save a life — we’d love to see you there 💙

📱🐹 What’s Your Healthy Choices Score? 🐹📱Have you tried the NHS Healthy Choices Quiz yet? It’s a quick and simple way to ...
14/01/2026

📱🐹 What’s Your Healthy Choices Score? 🐹📱

Have you tried the NHS Healthy Choices Quiz yet? It’s a quick and simple way to check how your everyday habits support your health 💙

The quiz looks at things like:
🥗 Eating well
🚶 Staying active
😴 Sleep
🚭 Smoking
🍷 Alcohol

It only takes a few minutes and gives you a personalised score, plus practical tips to help you make small, positive changes that can really add up over time 🌱

Why not give it a go and see how you score?
👉 Just search “NHS Healthy Choices Quiz”

Making informed choices is an important step towards better health — and we’re here to support you every step of the way 🤝

💚 Young People’s Mental Health Support – Online Drop-Ins 💚Are you under 18, or worried about a young person’s mental hea...
13/01/2026

💚 Young People’s Mental Health Support – Online Drop-Ins 💚

Are you under 18, or worried about a young person’s mental health?
Our free online drop-in advice sessions are available throughout January 2026.

🖥️ Delivered by CYPMH East
📍 Online via Attend Anywhere
🕒 A range of afternoon and evening sessions available

You don’t need a referral — just log on and speak to a professional in a safe, supportive space.

🔗 Join here: https://tinyurl.com/ELCAS-LSCFT

When prompted, enter “CYPMH East” as the first name and “drop in” as the second name, followed by your date of birth.

📅 January sessions:

• Wed 7 Jan – 1pm–3pm
• Wed 14 Jan – 3pm–5pm
• Wed 21 Jan – 5pm–7pm
• Wed 28 Jan – 1pm–3pm

Please like, share or tag someone who may find this helpful 💬💚

Address

Irwell Mill, Rochdale Road
Bacup
OL139NR

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6:30pm
8:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
Friday 8am - 6:30pm

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