Bridgemary Medical Centre

11/09/2025

Come and join our friendly team🫂

10/09/2025

Are you a carer? 💙
Join the Home and Well Hubs for support, advice, a warm lunch, and meeting other carers. Bring the person you care for too!

📍 Gosport Waterfront Baptist Church
🗓️ Tuesday 14th Oct, 10am–2pm
🚗 Free parking at Green Lane Car Park

10/09/2025

🕯 World Su***de Prevention Day – 10 September
Thoughts of self‑harm or su***de can be deeply distressing—and often, people don’t reach out for help. You are not alone and help is available.

This resource offers vital information and guidance:
https://ow.ly/Rz4f50WTO8P

UK Helplines — available to you now:

• Samaritans (24/7, free & confidential): Call 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org
• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably): For anyone in crisis, call 0800 58 58 58 (5 pm–midnight daily)
• National Su***de Prevention Helpline UK: Call 0800 689 5652 (6 pm–midnight daily)
• Papyrus HOPELINEUK (under‑35s or concerned loved ones): 0800 068 4141 (24/7), or text 07786 209 697
• Shout (24/7 text support): Text SHOUT to 85258

You do not need to face these feelings alone—support is available, free, and just a call or text away.

10/09/2025

Feeling creative? Join the Art in the Garden group at Forton Medical Centre. Sunday 14th September at 10am🎨

08/09/2025

⚕️ High blood pressure, often called the “silent killer,” usually has no obvious symptoms — yet it is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.

📊 Regularly checking your blood pressure is one of the most important steps you can take for your long-term health. Small lifestyle changes such as improving your diet, increasing activity, and reducing salt can make a significant difference.

📽 Watch this evidence-based video to learn practical strategies to reduce blood pressure: https://ow.ly/6KAU50WQrt7

ℹ️ Find more resources and advice here: https://ow.ly/moj550WQrt4

06/09/2025

Are you a carer? 💙
Join the Home and Well Hubs for support, advice, a warm lunch, and meeting other carers.

📍 Gosport Waterfront Baptist Church
🗓️ Tuesday 9th Sept, 10am–2pm
🚗 Free parking available

06/09/2025

Emergency Alerts Test – Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm

What to know:
The UK Government will be running a test of the Emergency Alerts system at 3 pm on Sunday 7 September.

Phones and tablets that are compatible will emit a loud siren-like sound and vibrate, even if on silent.

You do not need to take any action during the alert — it's just a test.

This system is designed to warn you of local dangers like severe weather or other emergencies.

Important advice for those at risk of coercive control or domestic abuse: If you’re caring for someone who has a concealed phone or you're in a situation where unexpected alerts could cause harm, it’s vital to be aware and prepared.

Want to opt out?
You can turn off the Emergency Alerts for your device via this official page: gov.uk/alerts/opting-out

Need support or guidance? Leeds Women’s Aid offers tailored information and help on this:
leedswomensaid.co.uk/emergency-alert-test-sunday-7-september-2025

Why it's important:
Regular testing keeps the system reliable in real emergencies, when lives may depend on it.

Stay informed, stay safe.

05/09/2025

Getting older might be inevitable… getting old isn’t! 💪
LIVE LONGER. BETTER. STAY STRONGER.

Created with Gosport residents and local partners, this guide shows how to maintain strength, reduce risk of falls, dementia, and other conditions. Staying active helps you keep doing everyday things you love – from climbing stairs to opening jars.

📄 Find out more in the leaflet below!

05/09/2025

🤒 Is My Child Too Ill for School?

Sniffles or something more serious? It’s not always easy to tell when your child should stay home or head to class.

The NHS has clear guidance to help you decide – and to protect other children from spreading illness.

📌 Check the advice here:https://patient.info/news-and-features/when-is-your-child-too-sick-to-go-to-school?utm_source=MSMS

Let’s keep everyone healthy this term!

02/09/2025

There will be a Government Emergency Alert on mobile phones across the UK on Sunday 7th September at 3pm.
For information regarding opting out of receiving this alert, click here:
https://www.gov.uk/alerts/opting-out

01/09/2025

Live Longer Better and Stay Stronger for Longer!

Come along to Brodrick Hall on Saturday 13 September 2025, 11am–2pm for a day full of free activities (including on the water), food and a raffle. It’s a chance to discover what matters most to you, enjoy time outdoors and find ways to stay active and connected.

📍 Brodrick Hall, Clayhall Road, PO12 2BY
✨ All welcome!

Find out more:

Live Longer Better is a Hampshire-wide project to help you find ways to stay independent, live life to the full and keep doing what you love. For more

01/09/2025

UTIs are common, but recognising the symptoms early can help prevent complications. Look out for burning during urination, frequent urges to p*e, cloudy or strong-smelling urine, and tummy or back pain. If symptoms persist, see a pharmacist or book with your GP. More info: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/urinary-tract-infections-utis/

Men, if you notice changes such as painful urination, lumps, itching, or bumps on the p***s, it’s often nothing serious — but it’s always best to check. Read about what to look out for and when to get advice: https://patient.info/news-and-features/p***s-problems-you-shouldnt-ignore

Stay informed, stay healthy.