Armada Family Practice - Whitchurch Health Centre

01/04/2026

Update @ 4pm - phone lines now back up and running, sorry for any inconvenience caused.

01/04/2026 @ 3:45pm
📢 Notice to our patients.
Our phone lines are currently down. Our telephone provider is investigating the cause and working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

We will keep you posted when the lines are back up and running. Thank you for your understanding.

01/04/2026

🐣 Happy Easter to all of our patients! 🌼

Please note that the practice will be closed on Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April for the Easter Bank Holiday.

We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 7th April.

If you need urgent medical advice, please call NHS 111 or visit https://111.nhs.uk .

We hope you all have a lovely Easter weekend! 🐰🌷

31/03/2026

☕ Monthly Carers Group - You’re Invited!

Are you caring for someone and looking for support, ideas, or simply a chance to connect with others who understand? Join our Monthly Carers Group at The Armada Family Practice.

🗓 Upcoming Dates (Mondays):
• May 11th
• June 15th
• July 13th

⏰ Time: 2:30pm – 4:00pm
📍 Location: Clinic Room, The Armada Family Practice

This friendly group is a great opportunity to:
✨ Share experiences with other carers
🧠 Pick up ideas to help manage your wellbeing
🧘 Try simple relaxation techniques
🤝 Build supportive connections

No need to book - just pop along!
You can also register your interest at reception and we’ll give you a call.

27/03/2026

💉 Spring COVID-19 Booster Campaign 2026

The Spring COVID-19 vaccination programme will run from Monday 13th April to 30th June 2026.

The vaccine will be offered to those most at risk of serious illness from COVID-19. You may be eligible if you are:

✔️ Aged 75 years or over
✔️ A resident in a care home for older adults
✔️ Aged 6 months or over and immunosuppressed (Eligibility for immunosuppressed individuals is defined in COVID-19: The Green Book, Chapter 14a.)

If you are eligible, please make sure you book your appointment when invited.

27/03/2026

📢 Routine Appointment Booking

Please note that our practice will be closed on Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April (Bank Holiday). As a result, no routine appointments will be released for these days.

Patients will be able to book the next available routine appointments from Tuesday 31st March, for appointments taking place on Tuesday 7th April.

Thank you for your understanding

26/03/2026

24/03/2026

🧠 Mental Health Signposting Drop-In

You’re warmly invited to attend our Mental Health Signposting Drop-In, facilitated by Patricia and Polly.

📍 Venue: Community Room at Downton Road Surgery
Knowle West Health Park
2 Downton Rd, Bristol, BS4 1WH
(William Budd Building)

📅 Date: Wednesday 1st April
⏰ Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

This is a welcoming space for anyone aged 18+ to access detailed and up-to-date information about local mental health services, support groups, and community resources available to you.

Whether you're looking for support for yourself or someone else, we’re here to help guide you in the right direction.

💬 No booking required - just drop in. Everyone welcome.

20/03/2026

Meningitis Vaccinations🦠💉

Most young people in the UK should have had the MenACWY vaccine at school in Year 9 or 10. It protects against four types of meningitis - MenA, MenC, MenW and MenY.🛡️

However, you may have missed this vaccine. You can check whether you’ve had it by looking on the NHS App📱. Students who have missed the vaccine remain eligible to receive it up to the age of 25. 🎓

The strain which has caused the current outbreak in Kent is MenB. This vaccine has been offered to babies and infants as part of the childhood immunisation programme since 2015 👶.

Currently, the MenB vaccine is not routinely available to teenagers through the NHS. However, you can still receive the MenB vaccine through travel clinics and some pharmacies💊✈️.

If you’re unsure about your vaccination status, checking the NHS App or speaking with your GP practice or pharmacist is a good first step. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Read about the main symptoms of meningitis, including the meningitis rash, and find out when and where to get medical advice if you have any concerns.

18/03/2026

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week, and we’re sharing the new online Neurodiversity Hub for Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

The Hub brings together support for neurodivergent children, young people and adults, along with practical advice and links to local services. It also aims to help everyone learn more about neurodivergence, to support a more inclusive, neurodiversity‑affirming community.

Please take a moment to explore the Hub and share it with anyone who might find it useful. Visit the site through the link in the comments.

18/03/2026

Regular screening can detect early signs of bowel cancer, even before symptoms appear. 🩺🧪

Make sure that you return your NHS Bowel Screening Kit 📬 when you become eligible. It’s the most important post you’ll receive. ⭐📮

🎗️ https://peninsulacanceralliance.nhs.uk/bowel-cancer-screening/

18/03/2026

17/03/2026

The HPV virus can lead to some cancers, including cervical, head and neck. 🦠⚠️

If you missed your vaccination you can catch up at your GP practice until your 25th birthday 💉🩺🎂

Find out more 🔎
www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine
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