Buckfastleigh Medical Centre

11/12/2025

🌟 Help the UK Health Security Agency Track Winter Bugs From Home 🌟

Ever wondered how the UK keeps an eye on flu and COVID-19 in real time? FluSurvey is a simple online tool that allows people to voluntarily share how they’re feeling each week — whether they’re well or under the weather.

By taking part, you’d be helping UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) understand how respiratory illnesses are spreading in the community, including among people who don’t usually visit their GP when they’re sick. Your weekly update only takes a few minutes and helps build a clearer picture of what’s happening across the country.

🧡 Taking part is completely up to you — there’s no obligation, and you can stop at any time. Every single person who chooses to join helps make the data more accurate and useful.

👩‍💻 FluSurvey was first created during the 2009 swine flu pandemic and is now part of InfluenzaNet, a Europe-wide project monitoring flu-like illnesses through standardised community surveys.

If you’re interested in contributing — in your own time and on your own terms — you can learn more or sign up by clicking below.

Thank you to everyone who chooses to get involved. Your contribution, big or small, truly makes a difference. 💙

Help us monitor the flu and other respiratory infections in the UK today.

09/12/2025

💙 Get the right care, faster 💙

Lots of people still head straight to A&E or call the GP for minor issues — but there are quicker options this winter:

✔️ Pharmacy First – help and treatment for common illnesses
✔️ NHS 111 – online or by phone for urgent advice
✔️ NHS App / GP online – request help without the 8am rush
✔️ Urgent Treatment Centres – for non-life-threatening injuries & illnesses

🛑 A&E and 999 are for life-threatening emergencies only

Choosing the right service means you’re seen faster — and helps keep A&E and GP phone lines free for those who need it most. 💙

Follow four people with four different health concerns as they get the NHS care they need – quickly and easily, without A&E. Get the right care, in the righ...

02/12/2025

What happened in Buckfastleigh in November!

01/12/2025

Please be aware we are currently experiencing a power outage.

We are hopeful to be back online shortly.

24/11/2025

11/11/2025

💉 Flu season is here – protect yourself and your loved ones! 💙

Experts are warning that this could be a bad flu season, with cases already rising across the UK. Flu can cause serious illness, especially for older adults, pregnant women, children, and those with long-term health conditions.

💬 Let’s make this simple: Getting your flu jab is one of the best things you can do this season — for you, your family, and your community. It only takes a few minutes, and it can prevent weeks of illness. The flu vaccine saves lives and it helps reduce pressure on our NHS this winter.

If you're eligible, please watch out for your invitation or contact your GP surgery to get booked in for your flu vaccination today. Help keep us all healthier this winter. 💙

Leading flu experts say they will not be surprised if this year's is the worst flu season for a decade.

04/11/2025

With Bonfire night approaching and with the potential of fireworks being set off around the town from tomorrow and over the coming weekend, please remember that fireworks can be difficult for veterans.

Please do take a read of our advice sheet to see how you can help the veterans in our community.

28/10/2025

🌟 New Support for Children’s Mental Health in Devon! 🌟

We’re excited to share that a pioneering new intervention has launched in Devon to help children and families manage childhood anxiety. 💛

The NICE-recommended app, Lumi Nova, is an immersive mobile game that uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – a proven, effective approach – to help children build confidence and manage worries through fun, interactive challenges. 🎮✨

Families can now access on-demand, evidence-based support in a safe and engaging way, right from their mobile devices.

🧠💬 Learn more about Lumi Nova and how it can support your child here:

Get instant access to a fun digital therapy app to help your child self manage their worries.Free for families in Devon Get access now Lumi Nova is for 7-12 year olds experiencing mild to moderate anxiety. It is not recommended for use with children who have severe anxiety, are in crisis, have suici...

20/10/2025

URGENT NOTICE :

There appears to be I.T issues with in the Torbay area which may be affecting our ability to help you this evening.

This issue is affecting several aspects of our service.

The issue is being resolved and we thank you for your patience at this time.

02/10/2025

Our Flu Clinics start on Thursday 9th October and eligible patients can also have their Covid vaccination during their appointment.

Covid vaccinations are available for:
Over 75s and patients with a suppressed immune systems.

If you are unsure if you are eligible please ask your Clinician at your appointment