The Pump House Surgery

21/05/2026

Braintree Area Foodbank cover much more than just food support, including things like benefits, bills, housing, energy, health and local services

20/05/2026

Now sure how to get started? Here is a step by step video on how to register for the NHS app https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?si=8lSm8q8ejS2dEYE0

12/05/2026

💜 World Fibromyalgia Awareness Day 💜
12 May
Today we recognise World Fibromyalgia Awareness Day and stand with the many people living with fibromyalgia.
Fibromyalgia is a long‑term condition that can cause widespread pain, fatigue, sleep problems and cognitive difficulties—often with symptoms that are invisible to others. Living with fibromyalgia can be challenging, and understanding and support are essential.
Today is about raising awareness, reducing stigma, and reminding people that they are not alone.

https://www.fibroawarenessuk.org/

12/05/2026

💙 International Nurses Day 💙
Today we celebrate International Nurses Day and take a moment to say thank you.
To all nurses – past and present – thank you for your dedication, compassion and commitment to patient care. Your work makes a difference every single day.
And a special thank you to our nursing team. We are incredibly grateful for everything you do to support our patients, our practice, and each other. Your hard work, kindness and professionalism do not go unnoticed.
💙 Thank you for caring. Thank you for leading. Thank you for being there.

11/05/2026

💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚
Mental health matters — every day.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling, you are not alone and help is available.
If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out to one of the services below:
📞 Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24/7)
📱 Crisis Text Line: Text SHOUT to 85258
🏥 NHS 111 Crisis Line: Call 111, then choose Option 2
🧠 Mind: 0300 123 3393
⚡ No Panic: 0300 772 9844
🕊 Bereavement Support: 0808 808 1677
🛟 National Su***de Prevention Helpline: 0800 587 0800
👥 Papyrus (under 35s): 0800 068 4141
🏠 National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247
📍 Compass Domestic Abuse Essex: 0330 333 7444
🏡 Refuge: 0808 2000 247
👨 Mankind (male victims of abuse): 0808 800 1170
Reaching out can feel hard — but support is always there.
💚 Please share this post so others know where help is available.

07/05/2026

ℹ️ New clinical support tool in use
We’re using Anima Health AI Scribe to help with consultation notes and improve your experience.
✅ Secure & GDPR‑compliant
✅ Used only with your consent
🔔 You can decline at any time — just tell your clinician.

05/05/2026

If you can’t attend your appointment or no longer need it, please cancel as soon as possible. This helps us offer the slot to another patient who may really need it.
🙏 Help us reduce wasted appointments. If you can’t attend, please cancel in advance.

04/05/2026

💜 Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 💜
Becoming a parent can bring joy, but it can also feel overwhelming — and that’s okay.
During Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, we want to remind mums and birthing people that you’re not alone, and support is available.
💜 Perinatal mental health problems can affect anyone
💜 Help is available during pregnancy and after birth
💜 Talking about how you feel is a strength, not a weakness
If you’re struggling, please reach out to a healthcare professional or a trusted support service.

The Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) is a UK charity and network of 160 organisations, dedicated to ensuring women and birthing people affected by perinatal mental health problems have access to high-quality, compassionate care

03/05/2026

✈️ Planning ahead for travel?
Don’t forget to check whether you need any travel vaccinations before you go. Visit
👉 https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
If vaccinations are required, please book an appointment with our nurse at least 6–8 weeks before your planned travel date to ensure you’re fully protected.

02/05/2026

🧠 Stroke Awareness Month – May 💙
This Stroke Awareness Month, we’re raising awareness of the signs of stroke and how acting FAST can save lives.
Remember FAST:
✅ Face – is there facial drooping?
✅ Arms – can they raise both arms?
✅ Speech – is speech slurred or confused?
✅ Time – call 999 immediately
A stroke is a medical emergency. The quicker treatment starts, the better the chance of recovery.
💙 Share this post — it could help save a life.

01/05/2026

🩺 Raised blood pressure is the number one cause of preventable death worldwide.
The good news? A quick squeeze of the arm can help save lives.
Checking your blood pressure regularly is one of the simplest ways to protect your health. Monitoring at home is ideal, but if you don’t have a machine, you can easily get your blood pressure checked at your local chemist or at your GP surgery.
✅ Quick
✅ Painless
✅ Potentially life‑saving
Don’t wait for symptoms — know your numbers.