Ribblesdale Medical Practice

19/03/2026

More than 10,000 calls have been made to Martha’s Rule helplines in the first 16 months of the NHS scheme, helping thousands of patients benefit from changes to their care and potentially saving lives.

Martha's Rule helps detect deterioration in hospital patients early. It gives patients and families the right to call for a rapid review if they are worried a loved one’s condition – or their own – is getting worse.

Staff can also ask for a review from a different team if they are concerned any appropriate action is not being taken.

Read more ➡️ https://www.england.nhs.uk/2026/03/over-10000-calls-to-marthas-rule-in-first-16-months-to-trigger-urgent-review-of-care/

19/03/2026

Easter Bank Holiday's 🐥
When We Are Closed & What To Do if You Need Help

💊 Easter Bank Holiday Pharmacy Opening Hours
https://greatermanchester.communitypharmacy.org.uk/our-news/easter-bank-holiday-opening-hours-methadone-collection-form/

18/03/2026

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been confirmed in Kent. Sadly, 2 people are known to have died. It's important to know the signs of symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia. Get more info from NHS.
🔗 nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis

18/03/2026

💧 Nutrition & Hydration Week: 16–22 March 2026 💧
Hydration matters! Staying well hydrated supports concentration, mobility, and overall wellbeing.

Look out for early signs of dehydration:
✔️ Dry mouth
✔️ Fatigue
✔️ Dark urine
✔️ Confusion
✔️ Dizziness

Encourage regular drinks throughout the day and make fluids easily accessible. Small habits can make a big difference. 💙

17/03/2026

16/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

14/03/2026

💜 Menopause Support Sessions – Free Drop‑In

Get advice on HRT, bone health, nutrition, sleep and coping strategies.

📍 Castle Leisure Centre, Bury (Room D)
🗓 Monthly sessions throughout 2026
⏰ Afternoon or evening times available

No need to book — just come along!
📩 livewell@bury.gov.uk

12/03/2026

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Worried about symptoms? Contact the practice on 0161 509 0340 ☎️

11/03/2026

Men of Bury, come and get your AAA screening!

ℹ️ The event is for men who are ages between 64-66 who have not previously been screened.

🗓️ Wednesday 1st April 9am-4pm
🗓️ Wednesday 6th May 9am-4pm
📌 Bury FC, Gigg Lane, Bury, BL9 9HR
📞 Booking essential, please call 0161 291 5716

More information on AAA screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/abdominal-aortic-aneurysm-screening/

11/03/2026

National No Smoking Day 🚭

Today is the day – National No Smoking Day is the perfect launchpad to stop smoking, and according to research, those who quit for 6 weeks or more are happier and experience less anxiety than those who continue smoking.

ℹ️ Quitting smoking doesn’t have to be painful – With the use of stop smoking aids you can successfully beat your addiction without feeling like you need a cigarette 24/7!
ℹ️ Quitting smoking isn’t always easy – Smokers already know this, but by using the right tools and quit smoking aids you too can stub out your last cigarette!

Free NHS stop smoking support in Bury is available through the Bury Live Well Service

☎️ 0161 253 6668
💻 https://www.bury.gov.uk/health-and-wellbeing/bury-live-well-service/quit-smoking

https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

10/03/2026

With the right help, you're up to 3x more likely to quit smoking for good🚭

To help you quit for good, visit one of our free drop-in 'quit smoking sessions' on Wednesday 11 March 2026 (No Smoking Day), or our regular Bury Live Well drop in sessions that run all year round.

👉Radcliffe Market
Radcliffe Market Hall, 11 Blackburn St, M26 1PN
Wednesday 11 March - 10.00am to 2.00pm

👉Bridge Community Church
Bridge Community Church, Milltown Street, Radcliffe, M26 1WD
Wednesday 11 March - 9.30am to 11.30am

Read more in the comments👇

06/03/2026

📣 Friends & Family Test – This Month’s Results Are In!

A big thank you to everyone who took the time to share their feedback with us this month. Your comments really matter and help us understand what we’re doing well and where we can keep improving.

We’re pleased to share our latest Friends & Family Test results with you – take a look at the graphic below to see how we did this month! 👇

Your feedback helps shape the way we deliver care at the practice, so please keep telling us about your experiences. 💙