Allen Street Clinic

11/05/2026

🧠 Mental Health Awareness Week

This Mental Health Awareness Week, our GP practice is joining the national conversation to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage open, honest discussions about mental health.

Mental health is something we all have – and just like physical health, it changes throughout our lives. Reaching out early can make a real difference, whether you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, or just feeling overwhelmed.

💬 A simple check-in can mean a lot. Please take a moment to ask yourself and others: “How are you really doing?”

If you need support, help is available:

🔹 NHS Every Mind Matters – practical advice and support
https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/

🔹 Mind – information and mental health support
https://www.mind.org.uk/

🔹 Samaritans (24/7 support)
📞 116 123 (free)
https://www.samaritans.org/

🔹 Shout Crisis Text Service
📱 Text SHOUT to 85258
https://giveusashout.org/

If you feel you need help, please don’t hesitate to contact your GP practice. We are here to support you and can help guide you to the right care.

💚 You are not alone, and support is always available.

If you are feeling stressed, anxious, low or can't sleep, Every Mind Matters can help with expert advice, practical tips and personalised actions to help you.

08/05/2026

07/05/2026

To clarify….🧐
The triage system is for GP appts only. Both the nurse and phlebotomist appts are bookable like before!!👍🏻

05/05/2026

UPDATE!!!
Total triage is now up and running again! Thankyou for your patience!!

05/05/2026

Attention‼️
We have been made aware of a regional problem with the total triage system online. This is being investigated and we will update as soon as possible.
Sorry for any inconvenience❗️

05/05/2026

International Day of the Midwife – 5th May

Today our GP practice proudly celebrates International Day of the Midwife and recognises the vital role midwives play in caring for women and families throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.

Midwives provide expert clinical care alongside emotional support, reassurance, and guidance at one of the most important times in people’s lives. Their dedication helps ensure safe, positive experiences for parents and babies every day.

We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all midwives for your compassion, professionalism, and commitment. 💙

🔗 Learn more about maternity care in the NHS:
https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/finding-out/your-midwife-care-team/

🔗 Information and support from the Royal College of Midwives:
https://www.rcm.org.uk/

🔗 Global midwifery support and advocacy from the International Confederation of Midwives:
https://internationalmidwives.org/

💙 Thank you midwives for everything you do.

04/05/2026

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month

This month our GP practice is supporting Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness of the emotional wellbeing of women during pregnancy and after birth.

Becoming a parent can be a huge life change, and it’s completely normal to experience a range of emotions. However, if you are feeling persistently low, anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling to cope, support is available — and you are not alone.

Perinatal mental health conditions are common and treatable. Reaching out early can make a big difference for both parents and babies.

💙 If you are struggling, please speak to your GP or health visitor. We are here to help without judgement.

🔗 NHS information on perinatal mental health:
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/perinatal-mental-health-conditions/

🔗 Support and resources from the Maternal Mental Health Alliance:
https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/

🔗 Mental health support from the Mind:
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/

💙 You don’t have to struggle alone. Help is available, and recovery is possible.

02/05/2026

📢 Stroke Awareness Month

This month our GP practice is supporting Stroke Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness of the signs of stroke and the importance of acting quickly.

A stroke is a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted. Quick action can save lives and significantly reduce long-term disability.

Remember FAST:
🧠 Face – has their face dropped on one side?
🧠 Arms – can they lift both arms?
🧠 Speech – is their speech slurred or unusual?
🧠 Time – call 999 immediately if you notice any of these signs

Preventing stroke is just as important. Keeping blood pressure under control, stopping smoking, staying active, and attending regular health checks all make a difference.

🔗 NHS information on stroke:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stroke/

🔗 Support and guidance from the Stroke Association:
https://www.stroke.org.uk/

🔗 More health information from the National Health Service:
https://www.nhs.uk/

💙 Act FAST. Think FAST. Save lives FAST.

A stroke is a serious, life-threatening medical condition that can happen when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off.

01/05/2026

📢 May Measurement Month 2026 – Know Your Numbers! 💙

This May, we’re supporting May Measurement Month, a global campaign raising awareness of high blood pressure (hypertension) – often called the “silent killer” because it usually has no symptoms.

🩺 Why it matters:
High blood pressure can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. The good news? It’s quick and easy to check!

✅ What you can do:
• Pop into the practice for a free blood pressure check
• Use a home monitor or local pharmacy service
• Speak to our team if you have concerns

👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️ Our team is here all month to help you understand your numbers and stay healthy.

🔗 Learn more about the campaign:
https://maymeasure.org

🔗 NHS advice on blood pressure:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-pressure-hypertension/

Let’s work together to keep our community healthy 💙

25/04/2026

So….music is known to be fantastic for our wellbeing..its the feel good factor!
Shameless ‘plug’ for an event in town next weekend! Come along and have fun!!
You may even see a familiar face🎻🎶😉!!

24/04/2026

💉 World Immunisation Week 2026 💉

This week, we’re supporting World Immunisation Week, highlighting the importance of routine vaccinations in protecting individuals and our wider community from serious illness.

Vaccines are one of the most effective public health interventions available. They help protect against diseases such as measles, flu, whooping cough, and COVID-19 — preventing serious complications and saving lives. 🌍

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Staying up to date with vaccinations is especially important for babies and children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with long-term health conditions.

📍 If you’re unsure whether you or your child are up to date with vaccinations, please contact the practice team — we’re here to help.

👉 Trusted information:
🔗 NHS vaccinations: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/
🔗 World Health Organization – Immunization: https://www.who.int/health-topics/vaccines-and-immunization

💙 Prevention is better than cure — protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community.

Find out about NHS vaccinations for babies, children and adults, including why they're important and how to get them.