West Walk Surgery, Yate

21/08/2025

✨ We’re so grateful when you take the time to cancel your appointment online if you can’t make it - it really helps us manage our clinicians time effectively 💙

Where possible, we’d be even more grateful if cancellations could be made at least a day in advance. This gives us the best chance to offer that appointment to another patient who may be waiting.

Thank you for helping us 🙏

20/08/2025

💊 Need to order your repeat prescription? 💊

Just a quick reminder – we ask that all repeat prescription requests are submitted in writing and include the following details:
🔹 Patient’s full name
🔹 Patient’s date of birth
🔹 The name and dosage of each medication you need

This helps reduce prescribing errors and gives us a clear paper trail.

You can request your medication in any of these easy ways:
✨ Through the NHS App or website
✨ Using the prescription tab on Klinik
✨ By emailing us at: bnssg.westwalk.scripts@nhs.net
✨ By putting a paper request into the prescriptions box on the ground floor
✨ Some pharmacies can also request on your behalf – please check with them directly if this is available

☎️ Housebound patients identified by the practice who are unable to use these options can call us between 2pm and 4pm, Monday-Friday, and our team will be happy to help.

🗓️ Please submit your request one week before you run out of medication. We aim to process repeat prescription requests within three working days, but please note we cannot guarantee the dispensing time of individual pharmacies.

Thank you for your cooperation 💙

14/08/2025

🩺💙 Free Health Webinar: Empower Your Health! 💙🩺
Blood Pressure & Type 2 Diabetes Prevention
📅 Date: Wednesday, 10 September 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 – 12:40 PM
🔗 Register here: https://blood-pressure-and-diabetes-lwtc.eventbrite.com

Join Living Well Taking Control for a free online webinar during 'Know Your Numbers!' week, helping patients understand how controlling blood pressure can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.

This session is ideal for anyone at risk of type 2 diabetes and not yet enrolled in the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme.

✅ Learn the link between blood pressure and blood glucose
✅ Get tips on healthy eating, physical activity & stress management
✅ Hear real-life stories and ask questions to expert health coaches
✅ Discover how the Diabetes Prevention Programme can support you

📢 Please share this with friends, family, or anyone who might benefit. Let’s empower better health together! 💪

12/08/2025

We are aware that Boots Pharmacy is currently closed. As per the note on their door, if you need your prescription redirecting to another pharmacy today, please phone Boots directly on 01454 312589.

Please note, our team are not able to redirect prescriptions that have already been sent to a specific pharmacy.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope this helps anyone who needs their medication today.

08/08/2025

🏃‍♂️ Junior parkrun coming to Yate & Sodbury! 🏃‍♀️

A free, fun run for kids aged 4–14 is launching soon at Yate Outdoor Sports Complex.

🧡 They need local volunteers to help make it happen – just an hour or two on Sunday mornings (8–10am).

👉 Interested? Email: secretary@yateandsodburystriders.co.uk

Let’s support this great new event for our community! 🙌

28/07/2025

🌿 NHS-Funded Talking Therapies in BNSSG 🌿

Struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, or feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone—and support is available.

Vita Health Group provides NHS-funded Talking Therapies for anyone aged 16+ living in Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG).

What’s available:
💬 One-to-one and group talking therapies
🧠 Guided self-help and CBT
💻 Online therapy options
📝 Self-referral available – no need to see your GP

👉 Take the first step toward better mental health:
https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/nhs-services/nhs-mental-health/bristol-north-somerset-and-south-gloucestershire-mental-health-services

🩺 Extra support for people living with Diabetes
If you're accessing NHS Talking Therapies, you can also join a free online course: Living Well with Diabetes.

📅 Mondays, 5–6:30pm | Starting Monday 8th September 2025
✅ For people with Type 1, Type 2, Gestational, or Pre-Diabetes
📍 Must go through the NHS Talking Therapies service first

👉 Self-refer here:
https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/nhs-services/nhs-mental-health/bristol-north-somerset-and-south-gloucestershire-mental-health-services

Please share - this could make a real difference 💙

Free NHS mental health services for residents of Bristol, Somerset & Gloucestershire | IAPT | Talking therapies | Self refer | Vita Health Group

24/07/2025

🌿💛 Trauma Support for Survivors 💛🌿

If you’ve experienced sexual violence or abuse, The Survivors Trust offers gentle, trauma-informed tools to help make medical appointments feel safer and more supportive.

🌸 Discreet Information Cards
These quiet, non-branded cards let you communicate with healthcare staff without needing to disclose details. They can help you ask for things like further explanations, or the option to pause during treatment.
👉 https://thesurvivorstrust.org/training/healthcare-resources-for-survivors/

📖 Support and Self-Help Resources
Helpful guides for navigating appointments, looking after your wellbeing, and finding the right support services.
👉 https://thesurvivorstrust.org/guides/

🌷 You deserve healthcare that feels respectful, gentle, and in your control. These tools are here to support you, at your pace.

🔗 Visit: https://thesurvivorstrust.org/

Please share with anyone who might benefit. A little awareness can make a big difference. 💬💞

23/07/2025

🌟 Support for Young Carers in Bristol & South Gloucestershire 🌟

Are you under 18 and helping to look after someone at home – like a parent, sibling, or relative who is ill, disabled, or struggling with their mental health or substance use?

👉 You could be a young carer – and you are not alone.

The Carers Support Centre offers dedicated support for young carers to help you balance caring with your own wellbeing, education, and social life.

💬 They offer:
✅ One-to-one support
✅ Fun activities and groups
✅ Help at school
✅ Someone to talk to who understands

🔗 Learn more and get in touch here: https://www.carersbsg.org.uk/young-carers/overview

Please share this if you know a young person who might be taking on a caring role. Support can make a big difference 💛

Carers Support Bristol and South Gloucestershire

Specialist support and advice for young carers aged 8-18 in South Gloucestershire and 5-18 in Bristol and their families.

23/07/2025

💙 Support for Carers in Bristol, South Gloucestershire & North Somerset 💙

Are you a carer, or do you know someone who is? Whether you’re looking after a partner, family member, friend, or neighbour – you are not alone.

The team at Carers Support Bristol and South Gloucestershire is here to help. They offer practical advice, emotional support, and vital resources to support carers of all ages.

👉 Visit their website to learn more: https://www.carersbsg.org.uk

If you're a patient who also cares for someone, or if you're struggling to balance caring responsibilities with your own health – please don’t hesitate to reach out. Help is available, and support can make a real difference.

📞 You deserve to be supported too.

A carer is someone who provides support to family or friends who cannot manage without this help. Anybody from any background and of any age can be a carer and each carer’s experience is unique to their own circumstances.

23/07/2025

🚨 FREE PATIENT WEBINAR – Preventing Type 2 Diabetes with Physical Activity 🚨

Living Well Taking Control is hosting a FREE 40-minute webinar on Thursday 1st August 2025, 12:00–12:40 PM, to raise awareness about how physical activity can help prevent Type 2 diabetes.

🧍‍♀️🧍‍♂️ Who is it for?
This session is for anyone at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes or diagnosed with prediabetes - especially if you haven’t yet accessed the free NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NDPP).
We’re particularly keen to reach those from:
✔️ Deprived areas
✔️ Ethnic minority communities
✔️ Younger age groups
✔️ Individuals with a history of gestational diabetes

💡 Why attend?
Early lifestyle changes can significantly reduce your risk of Type 2 diabetes and its long-term complications. This webinar will help you:

✅ Understand how physical activity helps prevent diabetes
✅ Get practical tips for building movement into your day
✅ Learn how to eat well, manage stress, and improve sleep
✅ Access FREE NHS support and resources

📅 Date: 1st August 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 – 12:40 PM
🔗 Register now: https://physical-activity-and-diabetes.eventbrite.com

Let’s take control, live well, and prevent Type 2 diabetes—starting with small steps! 👟✨

21/07/2025

🌿 Free Online Support for People Preparing for Cancer Treatment 🌿

Penny Brohn UK is offering a FREE 2–6 week online programme to help people prepare physically and emotionally before starting cancer treatment.

This supportive programme includes:
🧘‍♀️ Self-guided tools for anxiety, sleep, and strength
🥗 Nutritional guidance to get ready for treatment
💬 Live sessions led by Cancer Nurses and Wellbeing Specialists
💪 Weekly strength & stamina classes – Tuesdays at 5pm
👩‍⚕️ Fortnightly nurse-led group check-ins – Thursdays at 12pm
🤝 1-to-1 support available for more complex needs

Whether you're looking to improve your strength, manage stress, or simply feel more prepared, this programme offers flexible, expert-led support.

📩 To find out more or join, email prehab@pennybrohn.org.uk or call 0303 3000 118
More info: www.pennybrohn.org.uk

Please share with anyone who might benefit 💜

17/07/2025

🧡 Recently out of hospital and need a helping hand at home?

The Welcome Home service from Southern Brooks Community Partnerships offers short-term, friendly support to help you or your loved one regain confidence and independence after a hospital stay.

✅ Who can access this service?
You or your family member may be eligible if the patient/client is:
✔️ Over 50 years old
✔️ A resident of South Gloucestershire
✔️ Discharged from hospital within the past 6 weeks

✅ What support is available?
The service focuses on encouragement, empowerment and helping you feel confident with day-to-day life again, including:
📞 Check-in calls or visits
🛍️ Support with everyday tasks or attending appointments
👥 Accompaniment to community groups or activities
🔗 Signposting to other helpful services
📄 Information to support your independence

This is a free, local service designed to help you feel safe and supported during your recovery at home.

➡️ Learn more or make a referral: https://southernbrooks.org.uk/welcome-home/
💛 Please share with anyone who might benefit!