Ruby Country Medical Group

05/02/2026

Check out our new red prescription box located in the reception area, right between the two sliding doors. This is designed to help our patients avoid waiting in line at the reception desk. We’ll be emptying it daily throughout the day 😊

05/02/2026

Pop-up advice and guidance support dates for our farming community, full details below ⬇️

05/02/2026

Welcome to our February newsletter! We encourage you to take a moment to explore the valuable health information we've gathered, you never know how beneficial health information could be for you in the future. As February is heart month, you'll find a variety of helpful tips and resources included in this edition. Just click the link below to access them.
https://www.rubycountrymedicalgroup.co.uk/media/content/files/rcmg-newsletters.pdf

05/02/2026

Brave the big talk
Time to Talk Day this February. (5th) https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/time-to-talk-day/
encouraging you to brave the big talk – and have conversations about mental health experiences that might still feel a bit unspoken.
We’ve made great progress in destigmatising mental health problems and improving attitudes. But we need to keep going. There are still times when what we are living through can feel really big and difficult to talk about.

5 Steps to help your mental wellbeing

Connect with other people
Be physically active
Learn a new skill/hobby
Give to others - research shows acts of kindness can improve mental wellbeing
Focus on the present moment (mindfulness)

FOR URGENT MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT PLEASE CLICK ⬇️

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/how-to-get-help-in-a-mental-health-crisis/

For support and guidance visit ⬇️

https://www.mind.org.uk/

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/mental-health/mental-health-resources-and-organisations/

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/seeking-help-for-a-mental-health-problem/mental-health-helplines/

05/02/2026

'Time to talk Day' please see links below for help & support. ⬇️

https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/time-to-talk-day/ ⬇️

04/02/2026

February 4th is World Cancer Day.
As the number of people with cancer continues to rise, the
experience of cancer is getting worse for many people.
This World Cancer Day, we’re joining forces with
Macmillan Cancer Support to work with Governments across the UK to
tackle the cancer care gap and ensure everyone can access the
best cancer care possible, whoever and wherever they are.

If you need cancer support, guidance and information, please visit the links below ⬇️
https://www.cancercaremap.org/

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/

https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/

02/02/2026

Man Down Devon meeting at Holsworthy this evening - for full details please see below ⬇️

⭐️ Week beginning: 02 February

This week Man Down are meeting in the following locations👇 all of them meet 7-9pm.

For those who have never been to a Man Down group before… We offer a very informal, safe and relaxed environment for men of all ages (18+), who are struggling with any kind of mental health issues.

Our sessions are designed to be as inclusive as possible with no judgement, only support and understanding from people who can be there to listen and support you.

It’s free to attend and there is no need to book.

Please share this post, you never know who needs support 💛🖤

Let’s talk about it.

📍Barnstaple​ - Every Monday
​​​Medard House, Bevan Road, Barnstaple. EX32 8LH

📍Bideford - Fortnightly on Mondays
Marlborough Court, Park Lane, Bideford. EX39 2QT

📍Holsworthy - Fortnightly on Mondays
Holsworthy Area Sports Pavillion, Park Grove, Holsworthy. EX22 6FP

📍Tiverton - Every Monday
Old Heathcoat School Community Centre, 81 Kings Street, Tiverton. EX165JJ

📍South Molton - Every Tuesday
​YMCA Centre South Molton, Mill St, South Molton. EX36 4AS

📍Ilfracombe - Fortnightly on Wednesdays
Communal Room, The Candar, Ilfracombe. EX34 9DA

📍Plymouth​​ - Every Thursday
​​Plymouth Life Centre,40 Mayflower Dr, Plymouth. PL2 3DG

📍Exeter - Fortnightly on Thursdays
Conference Room, Younghayes Centre, 169 Younghayes Road, Cranbrook. EX5 7DR

To keep up-to-date about our groups across , why not follow us.

02/02/2026

This month, keep an eye out for tips and resources focused on heart health.
February is Heart Month, and we’ll be sharing valuable self-care advice, interesting heart facts, and useful information for our patients.

Today we are looking at Cholesterol - Did you know that almost 1 in 2 adults in the UK have high cholesterol?
High cholesterol is very common, but most people don't know they have it because it doesn't usually have any symptoms. That's why everyone should have a cholesterol check.
Take a look at the link below ⬇️

https://www.heartuk.org.uk/cholesterol/overview

High cholesterol can lead to heart attacks and strokes. A cholesterol test, along with other simple tests including a blood pressure test, BMI and waist measurement, will give you a good idea of your heart health and show you if you need to make any lifestyle changes or need treatment.

Contact your surgery if you would like a cholesterol test, see the link below for more details ⬇️

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-cholesterol/getting-tested/

British Heart Foundation HEART UK

01/02/2026

The early symptoms of a heart attack don’t always feel severe.
A squeezing across the chest. A feeling of unease. It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heart-attack/⬇

https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/support-our-campaigns/heart-month

31/01/2026

Dry January, or reducing alcohol consumption during January is coming to an end and we want to say a HUGE WELL DONE TO YOU!
It's important now to reflect on the experience and consider the next steps. Here are some tips to help you navigate the transition:
Whether you plan to start drinking again or not, it's worth taking a bit of time TO THINK about why you did Dry January and what you got from it. It's a good opportunity to reflect and plan your relationship with alcohol in the long term.

Think of 1 February as the beginning of your journey not the end.

It you’re not sure, set a new target like 100 days. Don’t say I’m going to stop forever because that can prove too overwhelming.

Find one or two substitute zero alcohol drinks that you really like.

Accept up and down days. Plan what you’re going to do when trigger times come up.

Focus on the positive. Look at all the benefits Dry January has brought, and look forward to those yet to come - CONCENTRATE ON THE FUTURE NOT THE PAST.

Visit the links below to find more support and information:

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/

https://alcoholchange.org.uk/blog/what-to-do-after-dry-january-tips

29/01/2026

Those lovely people at Bude Sensory Nature Group have just let us have their latest schedule of free, dementia-friendly activities.
This a lovely welcoming group so, if you're considering going along, please be encouraged to do so.
Call 01726 222900 for more details and see below ⬇️

29/01/2026

What's on at the Pearl Exchange Bude, this February ? ⬇️