London Road Doctors Surgery Bedford

27/08/2025

BLMK ICB is currently reviewing how adult community and all-age mental health services are delivered. In the last ten years, we have made real progress in how services are delivered locally, but a surge in demand, an increase in population and the publication of the Government’s 10-Year Plan for Health means we want to think about the services we deliver to make sure they’re fit for the future, and we want to hear your views. Over recent months, we’ve been gathering insight and listening to feedback and we want to make sure we’ve heard from as many people as possible.



Share your views:

Complete and promote our survey: https://eu.surveymonkey.com/r/CMHS-2025
Join a focus group:

Find dates and registration details on our website: https://blmkhealthandcarepartnership.org/cmhs/

We are reviewing how we deliver adult community and all age mental health services in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and we want to hear your views. In the last ten years, we have made real progress in how services […]

28/07/2025

Better leisure centres🏋️‍♀️



As part of the joint work, we do with the local communities to improve their overall health, we as a partnership are offering complimentary Badminton sessions at John Bunyan Sports and Fitness in the sports hall on the following dates and times.

Wednesday 7th August from 1:30-2:30pm
Wednesday 21st August from 1:30-2:30pm.
We are hoping to continue to build an active partnership between ourselves and your patients in the local community and we want to support more people in getting active.

If you are interested, please show this message at the front desk at the John Bunyan Centre. Tt will be based on a first come first served basis, please note the max capacity for the Badminton session is 16.

Our contact email is bedford.healthwise@gll.org.

22/07/2025

The surgery will be closed from 14:30-18:00 today for staff training.

15/07/2025

UV Safety Month (1st - 31st July)☀️

While it’s important for our overall health to ensure that we get some Vitamin D, it’s also important to ensure that we protect our skin when the sun is out. It’s best to avoid being out in the sun when it’s at its strongest between 11am and 3pm during the period from March to October. You can read additional sun safety information here:
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/

15/07/2025

Prescriptions

Going away this summer? Please remember to order enough of your medication, at least five days in advance of your holiday. Running out of regular medication where you’re unable to source more could cause serious side effects. Enjoy your holiday; request your medication early!🌴🌺

11/07/2025

London Road Surgery Monthly Notice Board - This month we are focusing on Men's Health🤝

11/07/2025

Central Bedfordshire & Beds Borough Practices - BeActive - Activity Finder

The Be Active Activity Finder is quickly becoming the go-to resource for discovering new physical activity opportunities across Bedfordshire. Whether you're a member of the public or a professional supporting others, finding suitable activities has never been easier.

The platform harnesses the power of open data to identify, collect, and publish details of physical activity sessions in one easy-to-search place. From beginner-friendly walking groups to high-intensity bootcamps, organisation's of all types can share their sessions, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

Users can refine their search by activity type, location, date, time, cost, age suitability, intensity level, accessibility features, and gender preferences. It’s never been easier to find the right activity for yourself or someone you support.

Please click here to search for Activities near you : https://www.beactivebeds.co.uk/activity-finder

30/06/2025

Dehydration🫗

When the weather is very warm, you may be at risk of dehydration if you don’t adequately replace the fluid you lose through sweating and p*eing. Babies, children and older adults are most at risk. You can help to minimise the risk of dehydration by ensuring you drink enough to keep your p*e a pale-yellow colour. You can increase your fluid intake by eating foods that are high in liquids, such as jelly, ice cream, melon, cucumber or soup.

Dehydration is when your body loses more fluid than you take in. Find out what the symptoms of dehydration are, how to prevent it and when to get medical help.

30/06/2025

TOP TIPS -
Hay fever

If you’re sneezing more than talking lately, you’re not alone! Hay fever (AKA allergic rhinitis) can really make the warmer months difficult. It causes itchy eyes, a runny nose, sneezing and coughing, a headache or pain around the sides of your head or forehead, loss of smell and feeling tired.

Here are some tips to help you cope during peak pollen season:
Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes
Keep windows closed during high pollen times
Shower and change your clothes after being outside
Antihistamines can help – talk to your GP or pharmacist if you’re struggling

25/06/2025

CLOSURE THIS AFTERNOON FROM 14:40 DUE TO TRAINING
Please be aware that if an online consultation has been submitted this afternoon, you may hear back tomorrow morning.
Thank you

18/06/2025

Community Coffee Morning dates below! Please come and join us every Thursday of the Month! 😊

17/06/2025

The mobile unit is in Bedford until July 2025, further details can be found on the Beds and Herts Breast Screening Service website:😀