Queen's Medical Centre, Barnstaple

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This is the official page for Queen's Medical Centre providing you with information on our services and health advice relevant to our local community. This is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor, and Queen's accepts no liability for any actions taken whatsoever as a result of using this page. Please bear in mind Facebook is a public platform and if you choose to follow this page other people may be able to see this. Opening hours: (phone lines open at 8.15am)
Mon 8.30am - 8.00pm
Tue 7.30am - 8.00pm
Wed 7.30am - 6.00pm
Thu 7.30am - 6.00pm
Fri 7.15am - 6.00pm

Misogyny - prejudice, discrimination, or hostility towards women and girls - remains a significant barrier to safety, eq...
19/12/2025

Misogyny - prejudice, discrimination, or hostility towards women and girls - remains a significant barrier to safety, equality, and wellbeing in our communities. The following facts are designed to challenge common myths, spark honest conversations, and encourage practical action. Each fact is grounded in UK law, research, and guidance, with prompts to help teams, workplaces, and communities reflect on their own culture and practices.
This resource is intended to support the “16 Days of Action” campaign, and can be used at any time to raise awareness, strengthen safeguarding, and promote respectful, inclusive environments. Some of the topics discussed may be sensitive or distressing; please take care of yourself and others, and seek support if needed.
16 Days of Action Devon North Devon Against Domestic Abuse - NDADA

19/12/2025

Step out of the Christmas rush and into a moment of calm. 🫶

Join us this Monday 22nd December 2025, as Castle Chambers Café opens its doors for our final Mindful Monday of the year — and, as you’d expect, this one has a festive flavour✨.

We’ve prepared some Christmassy crafting and a hot cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate and biscuit is waiting for you – along with relaxing chat. Whether this time of year fills you with joy, pressure or mixed emotions, this is your chance to leave the hustle outside, take a breath and make some time for you.

You can spend as little or as long as you need in our welcoming spaces, including:
🎨 Craft Room
💬 Chatty Room
🤫 Quiet Room
🧩 Jigsaw Room
🎲 Board Games

For £5, you’ll have access to all the above activities and resources (plus hot drink/biscuit). And while you’re here, don’t forget that Castle Chambers Barnstaple Café will also be open for you to buy delicious cakes and lunch ☕🍰 — so you can step back into the world feeling that bit more rested and restored!

Whether you’ve come to Mindful Monday before, or this is your first time, you are very welcome. We hope to see you there..

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Mindful Mondays are run by The Woodyard, a community project inspired by author Ann Cleeves and hosted by North Devon Voluntary Services - NDVS

📍 Castle Chambers Barnstaple Café, 26 Castle Street, Barnstaple
🕙10am–2pm | Second & fourth Mondays of each month
🎟 Entry £5 | Adults 18+ only

Caring for loved ones living with dementia can be an incredibly rewarding thing to do.But there are a lot of challenges ...
19/12/2025

Caring for loved ones living with dementia can be an incredibly rewarding thing to do.
But there are a lot of challenges carers can encounter that aren’t always visible, such as stress, overwhelm and burn out, to name but a few.
Sometimes this experience can be likened to an iceberg, as illustrated here, showing that what is visible is often only a small part of someone’s reality.
If you’re a carer, what would your dementia 'iceberg' look like?
Remember to check in on those around you, they may seem fine on the outside but be struggling deep down 💙

Alzheimer's Society

19/12/2025

🤧🦠 Cold or flu - knowing the difference might not seem urgent, but it can help you act right. A cold often develops slowly and stays mostly around your nose and throat, while the flu tends to hit fast, affects your whole body and leaves you feeling really unwell.

👉 Check what to expect and when to seek help:
https://patient.info/features/infections/difference-between-cold-and-flu
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/common-cold/

Rest well, keep hydrated and if things feel worse than “just a cold”, don’t hesitate to seek advice.

Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older. With the right advice and support, you can stay active, confident and...
18/12/2025

Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older. With the right advice and support, you can stay active, confident and independent.
visit: www.steadyonyourfeet.org/devon

If you take regular medication, there are simple steps you can take to help to help reduce waste:✅ Plan ahead – check wh...
17/12/2025

If you take regular medication, there are simple steps you can take to help to help reduce waste:
✅ Plan ahead – check what you already have before reordering
✅ Only order what you need
✅ Check your medicines before leaving the pharmacy – they can’t be reused once you leave

Testing helps you find out if you have HIV – it's free on the NHS and easier than ever.Effective treatment means people ...
17/12/2025

Testing helps you find out if you have HIV – it's free on the NHS and easier than ever.
Effective treatment means people with HIV can live long, healthy lives and can't pass it on.
Find out where to get tested ➡️ https://ow.ly/k80U50XCISf

17/12/2025

💊✨ Did you know your local pharmacy can do far more than just hand out prescriptions? Under the Pharmacy First scheme, pharmacists can now help with a range of common conditions — often without needing a GP appointment! 🙌

💬 They can offer advice, treatments and even prescribe for minor illnesses. So next time you’re under the weather, head to your local pharmacy first.

Find out more here:
👉 https://patient.info/features/general-health/pharmacy-first-getting-the-most-from-your-pharmacist
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

Pharmacists are healthcare experts right on your doorstep. 🌟

If you have flu, there are some things you can do to help get better more quickly.Flu will often get better on its own, ...
16/12/2025

If you have flu, there are some things you can do to help get better more quickly.
Flu will often get better on its own, but it can make some people seriously ill. It's important to get the flu vaccine if you're eligible.
➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu/

An average of 2,660 patients per day were in a hospital bed with flu last week – the highest ever for this time of year....
16/12/2025

An average of 2,660 patients per day were in a hospital bed with flu last week – the highest ever for this time of year.
For older adults, getting flu can increase the risk of stroke, heart attack and pneumonia.
If you're eligible, it's vital that you get protected with the free NHS flu vaccine.
Book via your GP, pharmacy or the NHS App.
➡️ nhs.uk/bookflu

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6 Queen Street
Barnstaple
EX328HY

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Monday 8:30am - 6pm
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:15am - 8am
8:30am - 6pm

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This is the official page for Queen's Medical Centre providing you with information on our services and health advice relevant to our local community. This is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor, and Queen's accepts no liability for any actions taken whatsoever as a result of using this page. Please bear in mind Facebook is a public platform and if you choose to follow this page other people may be able to see this. Opening hours: (phone lines open at 8.15am) Mon 8.30am - 7.30pm Tue 8.30am - 6.00pm Wed 8.30am - 6.00pm Thu 8.30am - 6.00pm Fri 7.15am - 6.00pm