Bramblehaies Surgery

22/04/2026

08/04/2026

Tired of waiting in long phone queues? 📞⏳

At Bramblehaies Surgery, you can use our online triage service to get the help you need - quickly and easily.

✅ No waiting on hold
✅ Simple and confidential
✅ No registration required

Just complete our quick online form and our team will review your request and get back to you.

💻 Visit: www.bramblehaiessurgery.co.uk

Skip the queue and get the care you need—when you need it.

29/03/2026

Don't forget to order your prescriptions early this Easter bank holiday. Most GP practices ask that patients order their prescriptions at least three working days in advance.

19/03/2026

Meningitis outbreak in Kent

We understand that recent news reports about the meningitis outbreak in Kent may be concerning for parents and staff working with children and young people. Advice from UK Health Security Agency is that there is no baseline increased risk outside of the specific outbreak in Kent at this time and currently there is no need for any additional actions beyond routine vaccinations.

We remind patients of the importance of keeping routine vaccinations up to date, including the MenACWY vaccine which is given in year 9 or 10 at school, but patients are eligible up to the age of 25 years.

Some of the cases in this specific outbreak have been identified as Meningitis B.
Meningitis B vaccine is offered to babies at 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 1 year of age since 2015. Current routine UK immunisations guidance does not advise giving Meningitis B vaccine after 2 years of age.

Meningococcal disease (meningitis and septicaemia) is an uncommon but serious disease caused by meningococcal bacteria. Very occasionally, the meningococcal bacteria can cause serious illness, (inflammation of the lining of the brain) and septicaemia (blood poisoning), which can rapidly lead to sepsis.

The onset of illness is often sudden and early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics are vital.

Early symptoms, which may not always be present, include:
· a rash that doesn’t fade when pressed with a glass
· sudden onset of high fever
· severe and worsening headache
· stiff neck
· vomiting and diarrhoea
· joint and muscle pain
· dislike of bright lights
· very cold hands and feet
· seizures
· confusion/delirium
· extreme sleepiness/difficulty waking

Young people going on to university or college for the first time are particularly at risk of meningitis because they newly mix with so many other students, some of whom are unknowingly carrying the bacteria at the back of their nose and throat.

There are numerous strains of the meningococcal infection. The MenACWY vaccination gives good protection against MenA, MenC, MenW, and MenY and is routinely offered to teenagers in school Years 9 and 10. However, this vaccine does not protect against all forms of meningococcal infection. Other strains such as MenB can circulate in young adults, which is why it’s important to know how to spot the symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia as early detection and treatment can save lives.

Further information on meningococcal disease · Meningitis - NHS · The Meningitis Research Foundation Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm UK: 080 8800 3344 Republic of Ireland: 1800 41 33 44 · Meningitis Now 0808 80 10 388 (9am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 1pm Friday)

18/3/26 From -Cases of invasive meningococcal disease notified in Kent - GOV.UK

06/03/2026

Today, on Employee Appreciation Day, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to our amazing NHS practice team. 💙

Your compassion, professionalism and commitment to our patients and community never go unnoticed. Every appointment, every phone call, every follow-up and every small act of kindness makes a real difference.

We are incredibly proud of the care you give and the way you support one another — especially on the busiest and most challenging days.

Thank you for everything you do, today and every day. 🌟

30/01/2026

Last week we said thank you and goodbye to our incredible practice nurse Heidi, as she retired after 20 years at our surgery, and an amazing 46 years in the NHS.

Her dedication, compassion and calm presence have meant so much to colleagues and patients alike. She has been a constant source of care, wisdom and kindness, and our surgery is better for having had her.

We wish her a very happy and well-earned retirement, with our deepest thanks and best wishes for the future.

29/01/2026

In December we said goodbye to Dr Eloho Akata, our GP Registrar, who completed his placement with us.🤩
Dr Akata has been an important part of our team providing excellent care and support to our patients and contributing to the practice.
We would like to wish Dr Akata every success in the next stage of his career.⭐️

15/01/2026

This winter, our MIUs, WICs and UTCs can help assess, diagnose and provide treatment for medical problems that are not critical or life-threatening.

Waiting times are usually shorter and you’ll be seen by highly-qualified practitioners.

Get the care you need – royaldevon.nhs.uk/get-the-care-you-need

15/01/2026

Pharmacies are a one stop shop for your healthcare needs, helping you to get care quickly while reducing pressure on GP surgeries and emergency departments.
To find your nearest pharmacy visit: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

15/01/2026

Please do come along and chat to me at my listening event later this month. I'm ready to listen to your ideas about what you'd like to see in Cullompton.
Do you have a hobby that you'd like to do but there are no groups for it in the area?
Are you looking for a certain type of support group but you're needing to travel to attend and would like one closer to home?
Do you have an idea for a community event or group and want help getting your idea off the ground?

I can also chat about any of my current projects including community cookery, cancer support group and more, volunteering opportunities or you just want to find out about my role or how we might be able to work together.

13/01/2026

The surgery will be closed TODAY from 12.30pm for staff training and development.

Telephone calls will be redirected to Practice Plus Group (PPG), patients requiring urgent medical attention that cannot wait until the practice reopens will be assisted by PPG.

Should you require medical advice, please contact NHS 111.
Please remember, NHS 111 cannot help with routine repeat medication requests.

The surgery will be open as normal on Wednesday 14 January 2026.

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02/01/2026

MMRV is now part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme, replacing the MMR vaccine.

It protects against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox.

Chickenpox is very common and can sometimes lead to serious complications, so vaccination helps reduce the risk of serious illness as children grow.

You don’t need to do anything — your GP will be in touch when your child is due.

More advice ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/