Courtside Surgery

28/08/2025

💉Measles

Measles cases are on the rise in the UK. Vaccination is vital to protect both your own children and those around you who are vulnerable. If you’ve missed a dose, or you haven’t started yet, it’s never too late to catch up.

Vaccines are the most effective way to prevent many infectious diseases, and while anti-vaccine stories are often spread on social media, these may not be based on scientific evidence and could put your child at risk of a serious illness.

Facts:
Vaccines do not cause autism – studies have found no evidence of a link between the MMR vaccine and autism
They do not overload or weaken the immune system
Vaccines undergo rigorous safety testing before being introduced – they’re also constantly monitored for side effects

If people are not vaccinated, serious illnesses can spread. Measles can lead to life-threatening complications like meningitis, and may even be fatal. Book your child’s vaccine today.

19/08/2025

Psoriasis Action Month, 1st-31st August

Psoriasis affects people of all genders, races and ages, and can appear on various parts of the body at any time. No one really knows what causes it and that’s why it’s so important to understand how to manage it effectively when symptoms arise.

Every individual is unique and finding the right approach can take time. If you’re struggling, book an appointment with your GP or find more information here: https://www.psoriasis.org/

12/08/2025

❌Surgery Closure - 13/08/2025 ❌

👩‍🏫 The surgery will be closed tomorrow between 1pm - 2pm,
13th of August for staff training. 👩‍🏫

If you require urgent medical assistance during this time please dial 111 or 999.

Thank you!

10/08/2025

Hair Loss Awareness Month, 1st-31st August

Did you know that August is Hair Loss Awareness Month? You may not know this, but it’s normal to lose around 50-110 hairs per day.

Normally losing extra hair is nothing to worry about, but excessive loss can be a sign of an underlying condition so if you’re worried, it’s important to speak to your Doctor.
https://www.nhs.uk/symptoms/hair-loss/

Around 40% of women over the age of 50 experience noticeable hair loss and this can impact on both self-confidence and emotional wellbeing. Here are some tips and ideas on treatment options, and options for support:
https://www.nhs.uk/symptoms/hair-loss/coping-tips-for-women/

Hair loss can have many causes. Alopecia is the general medical term for hair loss. Find out when to see a GP and what treatments are available.

06/08/2025

Playday, 6th August

Playday is the national day for play! Celebrated in August, this year the focus is on “Spaces for Play”, sharing the vital importance of accessible, inclusive spaces for the freedom to play. Play is crucial for developing children’s communication and language skills, as well as supporting their learning and wellbeing.
https://literacytrust.org.uk/resources/10-reasons-why-play-important/

https://beta.southglos.gov.uk/holiday-activities/

Play is crucial for developing children’s communication and language skills, as well as supporting their learning and wellbeing. Explore 10 key benefits of play alongside helpful tools and insights.

05/08/2025

Travel

Remember if you’re going away this year, particularly around the August Bank Holiday, it’s important to ensure you’ve got enough of your medications to last for your entire trip. Please allow 3 days when you order your prescription.

Why not use your time away this summer to have a social media break? Evidence suggests that switching off for a period can have a huge positive impact on your mental health. A digital detox can help you to be more present, to focus more on those around you, and it reduces stress and anxiety. Give it a try!

31/07/2025

🤒 Due to staff illness we are extremely short staffed today 🤒

*Bear with us whilst we deal with Emergency requests only*

To help us please consider:

❗️Speaking with your local pharmacy

❗️Can your enquiry wait until next week

Thank you for your patience

30/07/2025

☀️📰Summer Newsletter ☀️📰

Please leave feedback where you can it can be very helpful for us to see where we can improve.

Thank you!

29/07/2025

Hot weather and transdermal patches

In this hot weather, if you use any form of prescription transdermal patch (e.g., pain relief or contraceptive, or HRT), it’s important to keep the area cool.

Elevated temperatures can cause the patch to release too much medication over a quicker period of time, so it’s important to keep it out of direct heat, and watch for any side effects.

If you’re concerned, please seek medical advice.

28/07/2025

NHS DROP-IN CLINIC

Saturday 2nd August 2025 10:00 until 16:00

Yate West Gate centre

21 West Walk, Yate, Bristol BS37 4AX

We will be offering Hepatitis C screening and liver fibro scans.

This will be run by the Hepatology outreach team from the Bristol and Severn Hepatitis C Network and the Hep C trust in conjunction with the Alright My Liver programme.

· Screening for Hepatitis C, B and HIV will be done with an oral swab or finger prick blood test. Hep C team will ensure the results are fed back to GPs.

· Fibro-scans will be offered to patients at higher risk of liver disease.

24/07/2025

Samaritans Awareness Day (24th July)

Samaritans Awareness Day is on 24th July (24/7), so we’re raising awareness throughout July, to let people know that they can talk to us, day or night, 24/7. https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/samaritans-awareness-day/


On Samaritans Awareness Day, remember you are never alone. Whether you’re struggling or supporting someone who is, help is always just a call away. Let’s break the stigma around mental health and start real conversations.

22/07/2025

Free online support programme available with Penny Brohn UK