Cerne Abbas Surgery

15/04/2026

💊 Prescription Ordering Reminder 💊

Please remember to allow at least 3 clear working days when ordering your repeat prescriptions 😊

📅 For example:
• Order on Monday ➡️ Collect on Friday
• Order on Thursday ➡️ Collect on Wednesday (following week)

🕘 Dispensary opening times for enquiries & collections:
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9am–1pm & 2pm–6:30pm
• Thursday: 9am–1pm & 2pm–5:30pm

Thank you for helping us keep things running smoothly! 💙

13/04/2026

Do you know about Autism Central? It’s a free NHS-commissioned service offering support, guidance and connection for anyone supporting an autistic person.

Whether you’re a parent, carer, partner, sibling, friend, colleague or neighbour, Autism Central is here to help 🤝

They offer:
✨ Free group learning sessions
✨ One-to-one coaching
✨ Helpful online resources

All support is delivered by trained peer educators who have lived experience.
Over 30,000 families have already been supported, and 95% of people say they would recommend the service 🌟

If you think this could help you or someone you know, visit 👉

Autism Central offers a wealth of resources for parents, carers and personal assistants of autistic people in England – from articles and learning materials to signposting you to services and support in your local area.

08/04/2026

🚫 Missed Appointments Matter 🚫

In March, we had 32 missed appointments, adding up to 645 minutes of wasted clinical time.

If you can't attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible, even if it's only a few hours beforehand. This allows us to offer the slot to another patient who may be waiting.

By cancelling appointments you no longer need, you're helping us use NHS time and resources more effectively. Thank you for your support 💙

06/04/2026

🌼 Hayfever season is here 🌼

With spring in full swing, hayfever symptoms are starting to affect many people. If you suffer from itchy eyes, sneezing, or a runny nose, here are a few simple tips to help reduce your symptoms:

• Check pollen forecasts and try to stay indoors when levels are high
• Keep windows and doors closed, especially in the early morning and evening
• Shower and change clothes after being outside
• Apply a small amount of petroleum jelly around your nostrils to trap pollen
• Wear wraparound sunglasses to protect your eyes

If needed, speak to a pharmacist about over-the-counter treatments such as antihistamines or nasal sprays.

If your symptoms are severe or not improving, please contact the surgery for further advice.

Stay well and enjoy the spring safely 🌿

02/04/2026

🚨 Just a reminder the surgery will be CLOSED this Friday 3rd April, Saturday 4th April, Sunday 5th April and next Monday 6th April 2026 for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

📞 Please call 111 for out of hours care or advice during closures
🚑 Call 999 in the case of an emergency

🐣 Wishing you all a Happy Easter🌷

01/04/2026

☀️ HOPE is a free six-week course, covering topics such as managing stress and fatigue, getting better sleep and practicing mindfulness. 🌱

If you are interested in taking part in the Bridport sessions (or others in Dorset) please contact:
💻 hope@helpandcare.org.uk
📞 0300 111 3303

30/03/2026

🚨 Just a reminder the surgery will be CLOSED this Friday 3rd April, Saturday 4th April, Sunday 5th April and next Monday 6th April 2026 for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

📞 Please call 111 for out of hours care or advice during closures
🚑 Call 999 in the case of an emergency

30/03/2026

💊 Did you know?🩹

Your local pharmacy can help with common health problems — without a GP appointment!

Pharmacists can:
✅ Give advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, and ear infections
✅ Answer questions about medicines and side effects
✅ Refer you to a GP if needed

Through Pharmacy First, many pharmacies can also provide prescription medicine for conditions like earache, sore throat, sinusitis, UTIs, shingles, impetigo, and infected insect bites (age rules apply).🏥💙

25/03/2026

📢 Important Update: Home Blood Pressure Monitors

Due to many monitors not being returned, our supply has become extremely limited. Because of this, we are no longer able to loan monitors from the surgery on a regular basis.

Instead, we now recommend that patients purchase their own home blood pressure monitor if they are able to. 🛒 Basic models are widely available online and from most pharmacies and retailers, starting from around £20.

✅ We recommend Omron monitors as they are reliable and easy to use.

Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us care for our community. 💙

23/03/2026

Meningitis Update: Important Information for Patients
Following the recent news about Meningitis B (MenB) cases in Kent, we understand many patients may be concerned.
We can:
✔️ Check your vaccination records
✔️ Confirm if you or your child are up to date
❗ Please note: The MenB vaccine is only available on the NHS for babies and children under 2 (catch-up)
🚫 We cannot offer MenB vaccination to older children or adults
🚫 We do not provide this vaccine privately
⚠️ Know the symptoms: fever, headache, neck stiffness, drowsiness, vomiting, non-fading rash
📞 Call 999 or go to A&E if you suspect meningitis
📞 Call 111 if unsure

23/03/2026

Are you using the new weight-loss jab? If you are self-funding your treatment, did you know LiveWell Dorset offers free, wrap-around help for people losing weight using medication?

📋Their experienced team can offer coaching and advice to support you through change. They can also help you reset your relationship with food through building good habits so that when you finish your treatment you can continue to maintain a healthy weight. 🍎

Talk to them about wrap around coaching 👉 my.livewelldorset.co.uk/register

18/03/2026

We’ve had a high number of enquiries about the recent MenB (meningitis) cases in Kent. 💬

Public health teams, including the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), are managing this. The situation is limited to a specific group (people who attended Club Chemistry on 5–7 March), and anyone who needs antibiotics has already been contacted.

The MenB vaccine is not routinely available on the NHS for adults outside specific eligibility groups. We are therefore unable to offer MenB vaccination at the surgery in relation to this situation. The vaccine is available privately through pharmacies like Superdrug and Boots, etc.

🌡️ Urgent symptoms to be aware of include:
Fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, vomiting, sensitivity to light, confusion, or a rash that does not fade when pressed.

☎️ Call 999 for an ambulance or go to your nearest A&E immediately if you think you or someone you look after could have meningitis.

☎️ Call NHS 111 for advice if you're not sure if it's anything serious.

We kindly ask patients not to contact the surgery regarding MenB unless they have been specifically advised to do so. Thank you for helping us keep our lines open for patients who need urgent care. 💙