Plas Ffynnon Medical Centre

03/02/2026

❤️ During National Heart month take positive steps for your health

🌟 Join 'Community Resource' in their upcoming health and wellbeing workshop:

Healthy Eating Awareness –
Monday 16 February,
10:00 am – 12:30 pm.
Oswestry, Eastern Oswestry Community Centre.

📞 Reserve your place by calling 01743 360641 or emailing healthevents@community-resource.org.uk today!

02/02/2026

Sexual Violence Awareness Week is a time to highlight support for anyone affected by sexual assault or sexual violence, including women and men. 💜

Help is available if you have experienced abuse, are worried about someone else, or need advice on staying safe. Confidential support, medical care, forensic services and sexual health checks (including STI testing) can be accessed through specialist services.

You may also see emergency alert test notifications on your phone during national testing. Opting out can help some people keep phones hidden and safe, as these alerts override silent and do not disturb settings.

You are not alone, and support is there when you are ready. 🕊️🩺✨

🔗 Get personal safety & domestic abuse advice: https://ow.ly/3WyJ50Y5YB9

🔗 Read about sexual violence against men: https://ow.ly/ygQt50Y5YBa

🔗 NHS help after r**e and sexual assault (including SARC services): https://ow.ly/KUBc50Y5YB7

🔗 How to opt out of emergency phone alerts: https://ow.ly/51WO50Y5YBc

01/02/2026

❤️ NATIONAL HEART MONTH ❤️

Would you like to eat healthier? Get more active?

Chat with our Social Prescriber Helen to find out how she can support you to keep your heart healthy.

Drop-in on Wednesday 18th February 9:30- 11:30am. No appointment needed.

31/01/2026

Offering free mental health support, the Wellbeing Vehicle will be at Plas Ffynnon Medical centre on Wednesday 4th February.
All Welcome. No appointment needed.
Drop-in 10am-12pm

26/01/2026

ARE YOU A CARER?

Find out what support is available for you by contacting The Shropshire Carer's Support Team.

📞01743 341995

26/01/2026

Regular exercise plays a vital role in maintaining both physical and mental health, and it does not have to mean spending hours in the gym. Being active can help reduce the risk of long-term conditions, improve mood and boost energy levels, while also supporting independence as we age.

Examples of regular exercise include:
🚴‍♂️ Brisk walking or cycling to improve heart health
💪 Strength exercises like carrying shopping or resistance training to build muscle
🧘‍♀️Balance and flexibility activities such as yoga or stretching to reduce falls and stiffness
💙 Low-impact activities like swimming or chair-based exercises, especially later in life

Staying active in ways you enjoy makes it easier to keep exercise as part of everyday life.

Learn about the health benefits of exercise: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/exercise-health-benefits/

Explore exercise ideas for weight loss without the gym: https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/the-best-exercises-for-weight-loss-if-you-hate-the-gym

Read advice on exercising safely in later life: https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-to-exercise-safely-in-later-life

21/01/2026

Did you know you can go to your local pharmacist for your supply of oral contraception without needing to speak to a GP?

The pharmacy contraception service now includes:

💊Ongoing monitoring and supply of oral contraceptive prescriptions.
💊The initiation of oral contraception. This allows people to request a supply for the first time directly from a pharmacy, rather than their GP or sexual health clinic.
💊Supply of oral emergency contraception.

This is an NHS service and so all supplies of contraceptives or emergency contraception will be free of charge, and therefore exempt from any prescription charges.

21/01/2026

Pharmacists can suggest treatments that do not need a prescription for a range of conditions.

Most pharmacies can also offer prescription medicine for some conditions, without you needing to see a GP or make an appointment. This is called Pharmacy First.

Conditions they can offer prescription medicine for are:

💊impetigo (aged 1 year and over)
💊infected insect bites (aged 1 year and over)
💊earache (aged 1 to 17 years)
💊sore throat (aged 5 years and over)
💊sinusitis (aged 12 years and over)
💊urinary tract infections (UTIs) (women aged 16 to 64 years)
💊shingles (aged 18 years and over)

If you are not within these age ranges, a pharmacist can still offer advice and support decisions about self care treatment with over the counter medicines, but you may need to see a GP for treatment.

If you go to a pharmacy with one of these conditions, the pharmacist will offer you advice, treatment or refer you to a GP or other health professional if needed. They will also update your GP health record, but your information will not be shared with anyone else.

Most pharmacies can provide prescription medicine for these conditions but contact them before visiting to check.

19/01/2026

19/01/2026

Sinusitis can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as facial pain or pressure, a blocked or runny nose, headaches and reduced sense of smell. While many cases improve on their own, treatments like pain relief, nasal sprays, steam inhalation and self-care can help ease symptoms, and medical advice may be needed if symptoms last longer or worsen. Knowing the signs and treatment options can help you manage sinusitis more effectively and understand when to seek help. 🤧💧🩺✨

Read detailed clinical information on sinusitis: https://patient.info/doctor/ear-nose-throat/sinusitis-pro

Get NHS advice on symptoms and treatment: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sinusitis-sinus-infection/

12/01/2026

Living well is about taking care of your health in ways that fit into everyday life, and trusted NHS advice can support you at every step. 💙✨

Whether you want to eat a more balanced diet, reach or maintain a healthy weight, move your body more, improve your sleep, quit smoking or cut down on alcohol, there is practical guidance to help you make lasting changes.

Support is also available for addiction and sexual health, helping you look after both your physical and mental wellbeing. Making small, positive changes today can lead to a healthier, happier future. 🌱💪

Explore NHS Live Well advice on healthy eating, exercise, sleep, addiction and sexual health: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/

09/01/2026

Download the NHS 'Drink Free Days' app to get started feeling fitter, healthier and happier in 2026 by taking a break from the booze.