Queen's Medical Centre, Barnstaple

05/09/2025

Sexual assault or abuse can happen to anyone at any time. But we are here, and you can turn to us 24/7 for medical, emotional and practical support at your nearest sexual assault referral centre.
Search SARC or visit nhs.uk/SARCs.

05/09/2025

05/09/2025

Have you booked YOUR Carefree Break yet? 🙋

We have teamed up with Carefree to offer 1-2 night breaks for a one-off admin fee of £33 (one break per year allowed)🧳

If you are registered with us as an adult unpaid carer, who is supporting someone 18yrs+, able to provide 30 hours of care a week, apply by contacting us and we can act as your referrer to speed up the application process! 💻

Alternatively, if you are an adult caring for someone under 18yrs, you can apply direct to Carefree. You will need to provide proof of being an unpaid carer, caring for someone 30 hours a week.

For more information visit: 👉 https://devoncarers.org.uk/support/carefree-breaks/

If you have already enjoyed your Carefree break, why not let us know how it helped you to take some time away, by emailing us at: online@devoncarers.org.uk

05/09/2025

This weekend, whether you've had a bite or sting, sunburn, or a non-life-threatening injury, you can contact NHS online at https://ow.ly/4t1y50VLp7Z or 111 by phone.
https://ow.ly/xRtP50VLp82

05/09/2025

September is here and we're saying goodbye to the summer in style! Two great Mindful Monday community drop-in sessions lie ahead for you this month, with some special visitors also joining us to provide guidance and share expertise in an informal setting.

So in addition to mindfulness sessions with Space to Be Wellbeing CIC, craft activities and chatty and quiet rooms, on MONDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER we will be welcoming:

🌿 Tom Humphreys, Biosphere Communities
🍁 Sharon Gale, Hot Flush
⏰ Liam Hurst, The 2 Minute Foundation
🐟 Libby Bowles, Earth Action North Devon
🚶 Wellbeing Team, Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network

Do come along and say hello, have a coffee or snack, bring a friend or just spread the word - and let's make Mondays more meaningful together! Find out more about Mindful Mondays here https://tinyurl.com/mrx6zndz

Mindful Mondays take place on the second & fourth Mondays of every month between 10.00am and 2pm at Castle Chambers Barnstaple Cafe (26 Castle Street), Barnstaple. Entry £5, for 18+ years.

04/09/2025

Every stop starts with a first step — and Stop For Life Devon will be with you all the way 💙
Whether you’re thinking about quitting, just getting started, or need a little extra support, StopForLife Devon is here for you.
Start your stop today:
👉 Call 0800 122 3866
👉 Visit stopforlifedevon.org
👉 Text QUITNOW DEVON to 66777

04/09/2025

Around a third of adults in the UK have high blood pressure, but many will not realise it. The only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have your blood pressure checked. Getting this done is easy and could save your life.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/T5p150VTWtu

03/09/2025

Healthy Living for people with type 2 diabetes is a free, online NHS service that supports people to live well with type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of complications.
Sign up at healthyliving.nhs.uk

03/09/2025

The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much. Like - not being able to raise your arm. But any sign of a stroke is always an emergency.
Face or arm or speech, at the first sign, it's time to call 999.
nhs.uk/actfast

02/09/2025

Parents and carers of children aged two and three are being urged to get their flu vaccine this September. Children aged two and three (on 31 August 2025) are eligible for a free flu vaccination in the form of a nasal spray. To find out more, visit: https://ow.ly/OLlm50WEsvF

02/09/2025

When you find out you are pregnant, you can refer yourself for NHS pregnancy care so you start care with a midwife right away.
Once you sign up online, the maternity team will contact you to book your first appointment with a midwife.
You should do this by the 10th week of pregnancy, if possible, but it’s never too late to start. If you're over 10 weeks, refer yourself as soon as you can.
Start here: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/refer-yourself-for-nhs-pregnancy-care/

02/09/2025

👫 Become Part of The Youth Council!

❓ Are you aged between 11 and 21? Would you like to get involved and make a difference by joining the very first Barnstaple Youth Council meeting on the 22nd September?

📣 The Youth Council is a representive group of young people who are passionate about making a difference in their community. Members will have the chance to contribute to important discussions, plan and lead projects or events, attend regular meetings, and collaborate with others.

⬇ Scan the QR code below to find out more!