Riverside Medical Centre

Riverside Medical Centre GP surgery in Hullbridge

Please remember to utilise pharmacy first services who can diagnose and treat some common illnesses without the need to ...
19/11/2025

Please remember to utilise pharmacy first services who can diagnose and treat some common illnesses without the need to see a GP.

14/11/2025

getUBetter is a FREE self-management app where patients can get tips and support for muscles and joint conditions without needing a referral.
👉 Find out more at: www.rayleighanddistrictpcn.nhs.uk/getubetter

Resident (junior) doctor strikes are taking place from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am on Wednesday 19 November. GP ...
14/11/2025

Resident (junior) doctor strikes are taking place from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.

GP practices will continue to be open during the resident doctors strikes.

Please continue to attend your GP appointments, unless you are contacted and told otherwise.

12/11/2025

We are aiming to improve our services for veterans and are now a veteran friendly practice. We have sent some text messages out this evening asking if you have ever served in the armed forces. If you have please reply Veteran and this will then be added to your notes so clinicians are aware. There are some services available now that are specifically for veterans so if we are aware we can make sure we signpost you to the right service.

04/11/2025

We will be closed for staff training from 12:30pm today (Tuesday 4th November) and will reopen tomorrow as usual. Please contact 111 for medical help after this time or call 999/ attend A&E in an emergency. Thank you

Reminder! We will be holding our final vaccination clinic this Saturday 18th October from 8:30-1pm. We will be offering ...
15/10/2025

Reminder! We will be holding our final vaccination clinic this Saturday 18th October from 8:30-1pm. We will be offering flu vaccines to those over 65 and at risk groups and we do have some Covid vaccines available for those over 75 or immunosuppressed.

REMINDER! We are holding a walk in flu and covid vaccination morning on Saturday 11th October (8:30-1pm) for those aged ...
09/10/2025

REMINDER! We are holding a walk in flu and covid vaccination morning on Saturday 11th October (8:30-1pm) for those aged 75 years and older.

07/10/2025

We are closed for staff training from 12:30pm today (Tuesday 7th October) and will reopen tomorrow. Please contact 111 if you require medical help after this time or dial 999\Attend A&E in an emergency. Thank you

REMINDER! Flu and Covid Vaccination Walk in Saturday 4th October (8:30 til 1pm) for those 81 years and over plus patient...
01/10/2025

REMINDER! Flu and Covid Vaccination Walk in Saturday 4th October (8:30 til 1pm) for those 81 years and over plus patients age 18-65 in an at risk group.

23/09/2025

Paracetamol Use in Pregnancy

Information for patients

Why this matters
Many people use paracetamol in pregnancy to treat pain or fever. Recently, studies have looked at whether taking paracetamol in pregnancy might affect a child's brain development.

What the research shows
Some studies suggest that frequent or long-term use of paracetamol in pregnancy may be linked to a slightly higher chance of conditions like autism or ADHD in children.
One study even measured paracetamol in umbilical cord blood and found higher levels were linked with a higher risk.
However, other strong studies (including those comparing siblings) did not find a clear link.
This means: research shows a possible association, but it does not
prove cause and effect.

Why paracetamol is still recommended
Fever in pregnancy can be harmful to the baby if not treated. Paracetamol is considered the safest option for pain and fever relief in pregnancy.
Other medicines (such as ibuprofen) can have known risks in pregnancy.
Expert bodies (such as the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and NICE) still recommend paracetamol as the first
choice.

Safe use in pregnancy
• Use paracetamol only if needed.
• Take the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time.
• Always follow the instructions on the packaging or those given by your healthcare
professional.
• If you find yourself taking paracetamol regularly (for example, every day), please speak
with your midwife, GP, or pharmacist.

Other ways to manage discomfort
• For headaches: hydration, rest, cool cloths.
• For muscle aches: gentle stretching, warm baths, heat/cold packs.
• For fever: fluids, light clothing, and medical review if the fever is high or persistent.

Bottom line
Occasional, short-term use of paracetamol in pregnancy is still considered safe and appropriate. Use it wisely, and talk to your healthcare team if you have concerns or need to use it often.
Never avoid treating a fever in pregnancy — controlling fever is important
for your baby's health.

Questions?
Please ask your midwife, GP, or pharmacist if you would like more personalised advice

We are holding walk-in flu and covid clinics at Riverside Medical Centre (for our registered patients) from 8:30-1pm on ...
09/09/2025

We are holding walk-in flu and covid clinics at Riverside Medical Centre (for our registered patients) from 8:30-1pm on the following Saturdays. Please note that this year covid vaccines are only for those aged 75 years and older or those who are immunosuppressed, which is a change from last year.

Saturday 4th October - 81 years plus and patients 18 - 65 years who are in an at risk group (see below for details)

Saturday 11th October - 75-80 years

Saturday 18th October - 65-74 years for flu vaccines only.

If eligible you can choose to have one or both vaccines. If you live with someone in a different age group you can come along together. If you cannot attend a particular date you can come to another date. We are hoping to have 5 nurses to keep queues to a minimum.

Address

175 Ferry Road, Hullbridge
Hockley
SS56JH

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
Friday 8am - 6:30pm

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