Cirencester Health Group

11/10/2025

10/10/2025

Congratulations if you are now one-week smokefree! 💪

Don’t forget, there are many resources available to help you keep up the great work. If you need further support, take a look at the information available on the NHS Better Health website - link in the comments below.

10/10/2025

Do you help look after a friend or family member who struggles to manage their medicines? 💊

The Personalised Medication Support Service offers practical help for people who find it difficult to organise or remember to take their medication. The service can provide a range of digital devices and electronic reminder systems to help manage medicines more confidently.

Visit our website for more information and get in touch to see if this support is right for you and the people you care for - link in the comments below.

30/09/2025

30/09/2025

💊 Your community pharmacy can now help with 7 common conditions – no GP appointment needed.

They can provide treatment and some prescription medicines (if needed). Here’s what they cover:

🤒 Impetigo (age 1+)
👂 Earache (age 1–17)
😩 UTIs (women 16–64)
🤧 Sore Throats (age 5+)
👃 Sinusitis (age 12+)
🤕 Shingles (age 18+)
🐝 Insect bites & stings (age 1+)

👨‍⚕️ Private consultation rooms are available if you’d like to discuss symptoms.
💙 Pharmacists are highly qualified healthcare professionals and will point you in the right direction if you need other NHS services.

✨ Think Pharmacy First

30/09/2025

Our new Gentle Social Walking Group in Cirencester is perfect for those who enjoy a relaxed stroll and good company.

Each walk is a short, gentle route on level terrain, which is accessible and suitable for all abilities. The walk is followed by the opportunity to socialise over refreshments (available at a reduced cost) at The Long Table, which is located in central Cirencester. What a lovely way to connect, chat, and enjoy the outdoors together! 🚶☕🍰

Join us for our next walk this Thursday 25th September. We meet at The Long Table, 29-25 Market Place, Cirencester at 10.30am. There's no need to book, just come along and you'll receive a warm welcome!

Whether you're looking to stay active, meet new people, or simply enjoy a peaceful walk, we’d love to see you there.

Thank you to The Long Table in Cirencester for hosting us ❤️

For information about all our social and walking groups, visit: 👇https://www.ageuk.org.uk/gloucestershire/activities-and-events/socialgroups/

The Long Table Cirencester The Churn Project Cirencester

30/09/2025

The Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has confirmed that paracetamol is safe to take during pregnancy.

There is no evidence that taking paracetamol in pregnancy causes autism in children.

If you’re pregnant and need pain relief, paracetamol remains the recommended option. Always follow the guidance on the packet and speak to your midwife, GP or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Read more in their latest update. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-confirms-taking-paracetamol-during-pregnancy-remains-safe-and-there-is-no-evidence-it-causes-autism-in-children

15/09/2025

With Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General Hospitals – we just made it onto their weekly engagement list by being one of their top engagers! 🙂

13/09/2025

Feeling stressed? Try these tips:
🔸 Keep a daily routine
🔸 Get plenty of sleep
🔸 Connect with others
🔸 Eat healthy
🔸 Exercise regularly

Learn more about managing stress and finding balance: https://bit.ly/3NYDmXq

12/09/2025

Cervical screening is for anyone with a cervix aged 25–64. 🌸

If you’re trans or non-binary and not receiving invites, let us know - we’ll make sure you’re included. Your health matters.

Book your screening with our quick online form:
https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/l84018