Moretonhampstead Health Centre

24/12/2025

It is Christmas Eve lovely people - but if you have booked an appointment with the GP or Nurse today please attend! If you can not please try to let us know - there are many patients who are unwell and need these appointments today.

Thank you

24/12/2025

23/12/2025

Christmas and New Year Opening Hours

The Health Centre, including reception, and our online triage system, will be CLOSED on the following bank holidays:
Christmas Day Bank Holiday: Thursday 25th December
Boxing Day Bank Holiday: Friday 26th December
New Year’s Day Bank Holiday: Thursday 1st January 2026

If you require a doctor when the Health Centre is closed, please ring NHS 111. In an emergency, please ring 999.

23/12/2025

Don’t forget to check the calendar and order your prescriptions ahead of time. Most GP practices ask that you order three days in advance.
Visit: https://onedevon.org.uk/our-work/services-and-support/health-pressures/

23/12/2025

Whatever you do over the festive period, we hope you find some time for the things that make you happy 💜

Our social media team are taking a break until 2 January now, and we won't be moderating our channels in that time.

Here's how you can access support over the holidays if you need it.

23/12/2025

Make room for joy in the ordinary moments

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23/12/2025

23/12/2025

On holiday in Devon for the festive season and feeling under the weather? Our local pharmacies can help you.

Find the nearest one – nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

23/12/2025

☎️ Crisis numbers to save in your phone

We just wanted to share a quick reminder of some crisis organisations that are free, open 24/7, and available to talk to right now. If you are struggling with your mental health during the festive period, please reach out and speak to someone. 💙

➡️ Samaritans: Call 116 123
➡️ Shout: Text SHOUT to 85258
➡️ YoungMinds: Text YM to 85258
➡️ First Response: Call 111 and select the mental health option

For more crisis contacts offering support: devonmind.com/helplines

23/12/2025

💊⌛️ Run out of your regular prescription and can’t get to your GP? Don’t worry — help is at hand! 🙌

You can request an emergency supply of your usual medication through the NHS 111 online service. It’s quick, secure and available when you need it most. 🌐💙

👉 https://111.nhs.uk/emergency-prescription

This service is ideal if you’ve completely run out of a regular medicine and can’t wait for a routine prescription. Always double-check with your pharmacist if you’re unsure. 🩺✨

22/12/2025

TEIGNBRIDGE ADVERSE WEATHER WARNING

Please note that the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) will be in place for Teignbridge District Council from Wednesday 24th December 2025. This is due to the forecasted cold weather over the coming days. This will start on the 24th of December and will be reviewed on Friday 2nd January 2026.

Any persons contacting the council as rough sleeping will be verified and accommodation options will be explored. Please advise anyone you believe is rough sleeping to contact the Housing Options team on 01626 361101. The phone lines are open Monday and Tuesday 8.30am-5pm. Wednesday the lines will be open 8.30am-1.00pm. The office will then be closed and will reopen on Friday 2nd January 2026.

For any enquires during out of hours please call 0330 678 2382.