Barnoldswick Medical Centre

Barnoldswick Medical Centre Patient-focused GP Practice providing exceptional healthcare and diverse services.

Feeling stressed? Smoking might feel like a quick fix, but it's time to break the cycle. Smokefree Lancashire are there ...
09/03/2026

Feeling stressed? Smoking might feel like a quick fix, but it's time to break the cycle. Smokefree Lancashire are there to help you discover healthier ways to cope. Go to: https://www.smokefreelancashire.org.uk/

Do you or someone you know want to stop smoking? Smokefree Lancashire are there to set you on the road to a smokefree fu...
08/03/2026

Do you or someone you know want to stop smoking? Smokefree Lancashire are there to set you on the road to a smokefree future. Why not get in touch and kickstart your quit journey today? Go to https://www.smokefreelancashire.org.uk/

08/03/2026

๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ปโ€™๐˜€ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† is a time to celebrate womenโ€™s strength and resilience, and also a reminder to prioritise your health. Attending cervical screening and breast screening when invited can help detect changes early, often before symptoms appear, improving outcomes and saving lives. ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ’—๐Ÿฉบโœจ

๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด : https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ป ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜ ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด (๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—บ) : https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/

Looking after your mental health is just as important, especially if current media stories feel overwhelming or triggering.

๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—ก๐—›๐—ฆ ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜ : https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/

๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—น๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฎ : https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-to-look-after-your-mental-health-on-social-media

With Motherโ€™s Day approaching, this time of year can also bring up feelings of grief and bereavement for many people, and support is available if you need it. Taking care of your physical and emotional wellbeing matters.

๐—š๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐— ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟโ€™๐˜€ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† : https://www.cruse.org.uk/understanding-grief/managing-grief/grieving-on-mothers-day/

Thinking about quitting smoking? Take that step today! Smokefree Lancashire are there to help you every step of the way....
07/03/2026

Thinking about quitting smoking? Take that step today! Smokefree Lancashire are there to help you every step of the way. They offer:
โ€ข Personalised support and advice
โ€ข Free resources and tools
โ€ข Motivational tips
โ€ข Ni****ne Replacement Therapy

Go to: https://www.smokefreelancashire.org.uk/

Ovarian Cancer Awareness is a reminder to know the symptoms and act early. Symptoms can be vague and may include:- persi...
04/03/2026

Ovarian Cancer Awareness is a reminder to know the symptoms and act early.

Symptoms can be vague and may include:

- persistent bloating
- tummy pain
- feeling full quickly
- needing to wee more often
- unexplained changes in appetite

If you notice ongoing symptoms that are unusual for you, itโ€™s important to speak to your GP. When discussing symptoms, let your doctor know about any family history of cancer, not just ovarian cancer and not only in parents or siblings, as this can help assess your overall risk.

Keeping up to date with cervical screening when invited is also an important part of protecting your gynaecological health. Early action can make a real difference. ๐ŸŽ—๏ธ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿฉบโœจ

Learn more about ovarian cancer: https://ow.ly/mn6R50YlUaC

Read about spotting the signs and acting early: https://ow.ly/R5lU50YlUaF

04/03/2026

Our practice will be closed today from 1pm to 6.30pm to allow our staff to undertake essential training.

This is part of a routine programme of protected learning scheduled throughout the year.

If you have an urgent but non-life-threatening health issue please use the NHS111 service either online at 111.nhs.uk or by calling 111.

Alternatively, your local pharmacy can provide expert advice and sell over-the-counter medication.

For life-threatening medical emergencies please call 999.

๐ŸŒŸ Have your say at Barnoldswick Medical Centre! ๐ŸŒŸYour experiences matter - and our Patient Participation Group (PPG) is ...
03/03/2026

๐ŸŒŸ Have your say at Barnoldswick Medical Centre! ๐ŸŒŸ
Your experiences matter - and our Patient Participation Group (PPG) is where your voice can help shape better care for everyone. ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿ‘ฅ
โœจ Why join?
โ€ข Influence how services are delivered
โ€ข Share ideas for improvements
โ€ข Represent your community
โ€ข Work together with staff ๐ŸŒฑ
๐Ÿ‘‰ Interested in joining?
Contact the surgery and let them know youโ€™d like to be part of the PPG. Your voice can make a difference! ๐Ÿ“žโค๏ธ

Zero Discrimination Day is a reminder that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, fairness and respect. The NHS i...
01/03/2026

Zero Discrimination Day is a reminder that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

The NHS is committed to being an inclusive employer and service provider, welcoming people from all backgrounds and communities. We recognise the importance of multi-language communication so we can work effectively with everyone and ensure care is accessible to all. We have a zero tolerance approach to bullying, harassment and racism, and we stand firmly against discrimination in any form. Creating safe, supportive environments for staff and patients is everyoneโ€™s responsibility. ๐Ÿค๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’™โœจ
Find support and advice about hate crime: https://www.supportline.org.uk/problems/hate-crime/

Scarlet fever is a contagious infection that mainly affects children and can cause a sore throat, fever and a distinctiv...
27/02/2026

Scarlet fever is a contagious infection that mainly affects children and can cause a sore throat, fever and a distinctive rash.

Early recognition and treatment are important to help reduce the risk of complications and limit spread. Community pharmacies can also offer advice on managing symptoms and when further medical care is needed, making them a helpful first point of contact for many minor illnesses. Knowing the signs and where to get help can support quicker recovery. ๐ŸŒก๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿฉบโœจ

Read NHS guidance on scarlet fever: https://ow.ly/Su8J50YiFPk
Read Patient Info advice on scarlet fever in children: https://ow.ly/bgpo50YiFPb
Learn how pharmacies can help (Pharmacy First): https://ow.ly/VeE650YiFPf

The MMRV vaccine protects against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chickenpox) and is an important part of the chi...
25/02/2026

The MMRV vaccine protects against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chickenpox) and is an important part of the childhood vaccination schedule.

If your child has missed any vaccines, or if you have recently moved to the UK from another country, it is never too late to catch up. The NHS offers free catch-up vaccinations to help ensure children and adults are protected and up to date. Checking your vaccination record and booking missing doses can help protect both your family and the wider community. ๐Ÿ’‰๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆโœจ

Find out about the MMRV vaccine: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/
Check the NHS vaccination schedule: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/

Childrenโ€™s dental health is an important part of overall wellbeing, and simple daily habits can help protect young teeth...
23/02/2026

Childrenโ€™s dental health is an important part of overall wellbeing, and simple daily habits can help protect young teeth for life.

Drinks that are high in sugar and acidity can damage tooth enamel and increase the risk of decay. Encouraging water or milk, brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, and regular dental check-ups can all support healthy smiles. Starting good oral health habits early can make a lasting difference. ๐Ÿฆท๐Ÿชฅ๐Ÿ’™โœจ

Read NHS advice on taking care of childrenโ€™s teeth: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/taking-care-of-childrens-teeth/

Address

1 Park Road
Barnoldswick
BB185BG

Opening Hours

Monday 8:20am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:20am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:20am - 6pm
Thursday 8:20am - 6pm
Friday 8:20am - 6pm

Telephone

+441282811911

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