Bridge Road Surgery

Bridge Road Surgery Patient-focused GP Practice providing exceptional healthcare and diverse services.

Millions of people are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way, from ordering a prescription to checking t...
18/11/2025

Millions of people are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way, from ordering a prescription to checking their records.

Find out more about the NHS App ➡️ nhs.uk/app

If you catch a winter virus, you’re more likely to have milder symptoms and recover quicker, if you’ve had your vaccine....
18/11/2025

If you catch a winter virus, you’re more likely to have milder symptoms and recover quicker, if you’ve had your vaccine.

If you’re eligible, book your free flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines today.

🦠💊 Antibiotics are powerful medicines - but they aren’t always the answer. Using them when they’re not needed can cause ...
17/11/2025

🦠💊 Antibiotics are powerful medicines - but they aren’t always the answer. Using them when they’re not needed can cause harm and make future infections harder to treat.

Here’s what you should know:
✔️ They only work against bacterial infections, not viruses like colds or flu.
✔️ Overuse is driving antibiotic‑resistance (“superbugs”) - which means common infections can become untreatable.
✔️ Do these things to help protect their effectiveness:
‑ Only take antibiotics when prescribed by a healthcare professional
‑ Complete the full course exactly as directed
‑ Never save antibiotics for later or share them with others

📚 Learn more here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/antibiotics/antibiotic-antimicrobial-resistance/
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/why-antibiotics-should-not-be-overused

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might me...
14/11/2025

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might mean a lot.
Here’s what to keep in mind:

• 👪 Family history matters – If a parent, sibling or relative has diabetes, your own risk goes up.
• 🍔 Lifestyle factors count – Being overweight, inactive or having higher waist size can all raise risk.
• 🚩 Symptoms might be subtle – Increased thirst, tiredness or needing to wee more may be signs.
• 📊 Want to know your risk? Try this tool: https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start
• 📖 More reading on what to expect and why this matters: https://patient.info/diabetes/diabetes-mellitus-leaflet

It doesn’t mean diabetes is inevitable - taking action now could make a real difference. 💪

If you care for a loved one, create an emergency carer plan to be prepared for any unexpected circumstances this winter....
13/11/2025

If you care for a loved one, create an emergency carer plan to be prepared for any unexpected circumstances this winter.

Be prepared ➡️ www.winterwellnorfolkwaveney.co.uk

12/11/2025

🥂✨ Not drinking? That’s a valid choice - and one worth celebrating.

is about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable with their own decisions, whether they drink or not.
Some people are cutting back for health, others are taking a break, and some simply don’t enjoy it - and that’s okay 💬🧃

👂 How can we be more supportive?
✔️ Respect someone’s choice without questioning it
✔️ Offer non-alcoholic options
✔️ Keep social events welcoming for everyone

Learn more from:
👉 https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/stopsobershaming
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-doesnt-drink-alcohol
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/is-sobriety-becoming-trendy

Let’s help make every setting inclusive, whatever’s in your glass 💚

10/11/2025

💙 It’s Anti‑Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good! Time to stand up, speak out, and build kinder communities 🌟

Bullying can happen anywhere: in schools, workplaces, online, even in organisations up and down the ladder. It affects everyone.

Here’s how we can make a difference together:
👫 Be an ally, not a bystander - if you see something, say something
🏫 In schools: encourage safe spaces, peer support, and open dialogue
💼 In workplaces & organisations: promote respect, zero tolerance, and clear reporting structures
🗣️ Share stories, challenge harmful behaviour, and support those who feel alone

Learn more and access resources:
👉 https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/
👉 https://www.acas.org.uk/discrimination-and-bullying

Let’s work together for environments where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued 💪

Be prepared for winter by making sure you can care for your family. 🫂Stocking your medicine cabinet with painkillers, co...
09/11/2025

Be prepared for winter by making sure you can care for your family. 🫂

Stocking your medicine cabinet with painkillers, cough syrup and diarrhoea treatments, is a good place to start.

Stop by your local pharmacy or visit: www.winterwellnorfolkwaveney.co.uk

The flu can make children very unwell, and they can also pass it on to others. Getting your child vaccinated helps prote...
08/11/2025

The flu can make children very unwell, and they can also pass it on to others. Getting your child vaccinated helps protect them, your family, and your community.

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, co...
07/11/2025

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, coughs, and family cancer history.

A persistent cough might be dismissed as a cold or heart issue — but sometimes, it’s more than that. If it lingers, gets worse, or you have other symptoms, get it checked.

Key point: family history of cancer doesn’t only mean the same cancer you have. When your doctor asks, they mean any cancer your relatives have had. This information can help assess your risk and guide decisions.

📚 Learn more about cancer risk and genetics:
👉 https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/worried-about-cancer/causes-and-risk-factors/family-history-genetics-and-cancer-risk
👉 https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/inherited-cancer-genes-and-increased-cancer-risk/family-history-and-inherited-cancer-genes

Stay alert to changes, know your family history, and speak up for your lung health 💨

Bereavement Support GroupA safe, supportive space for anyone coping with loss.🕙 10am–2pm | 📅 Last Thursday of every mont...
06/11/2025

Bereavement Support Group
A safe, supportive space for anyone coping with loss.

🕙 10am–2pm | 📅 Last Thursday of every month
📍 141 Crestview Drive, Lowestoft NR32 4TW

Open to anyone who has experienced bereavement or other life changes such as job loss, illness, or major transitions.

Address

1a Bridge Road, Oulton Broad
Lowestoft
NR323LJ

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+441502565936

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