Budshead Medical Practice

18/03/2026

🌟 Meningitis Update for Our Community 🌟

We know many of you may have seen the recent news about the meningitis outbreak in Kent, and it’s completely natural to feel concerned. UKHSA has confirmed that, outside of the specific outbreak area, there is no increased risk at this time. That means there’s no need for extra measures beyond the usual good hygiene and keeping vaccinations up to date.

💉 A quick reminder about routine vaccinations:
Keeping children and young people up to date with their vaccines is one of the best ways to protect them. This includes the MenACWY vaccine, which helps protect against several types of meningococcal disease.

Here’s how the MenACWY offer works:

GP practices can provide the MenACWY vaccine to anyone aged 14 up to their 25th birthday.

It can be given during routine appointments or if requested.

This includes young people who missed it at school or those heading to university for the first time.

The School Aged Immunisation (SAI) Team will continue offering any outstanding doses up to the end of Year 11.

🧒 What about MenB?
Some cases in the Kent outbreak have been identified as MenB. The MenB vaccine is part of the routine schedule for babies at 8 weeks, 12 weeks, and 1 year. Current guidance doesn’t recommend MenB vaccination after age 2.

17/03/2026

If you are unsure if your child is up to date with vaccinations the easiest way to check is to look at your child’s red book or speak to your health visitor. If your child has missed a vaccination, please contact your GP practice to book an appointment as soon as you can to make sure they have maximum protection against disease.

For more information see www.nidirect.gov.uk/mmr

17/03/2026

*** SHARING IS CARING ***

Please share our post for our 'Breathing Space' groups.

If you are or know someone who is a carer of someone who lives with dementia, this is the supporting group for you.

Please contact us through our website: eldertreeplymouth.co.uk
Or by phone: 01752 227447
Or by email: admin@eldertreebefriending.co.uk

17/03/2026

*** YOU'LL DIG IT! ***

Our brand new Active Men's Gardening Group will be starting 31st March 2026!

To join or enquire please contact Adrian on 07597 326556 or through our website eldertreeplymouth.co.uk

Whitleigh Community Trust

16/03/2026

Our friends at The Box are offering a great Free opportunity for Whitleigh residents at the end of the month- A tour and hot drink for people who have never been to the Box before.

'Box Beginners’ is a new FREE tour for absolute beginners - for locals who are new to the museum. This accessible 90-minute tour is an exciting front and back of house experience designed to give you a brilliant insight into everything on offer. You'll get a peak at all the permanent galleries including Mildred the Mammoth, the extraordinary collection of Royal Naval ship's figureheads, information on to how to book an appointment in research room and the chance to find out if your street was bombed during the Second World War with our digital bomb map. We'll even grab a quick look at our Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy exhibition.

Go to their website to book your free space for this exciting tour on the 29th:

https://shop.theboxplymouth.com/products/box-beginners-whitleigh-sunday-29-march

16/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

15/03/2026

Mother's Day can be difficult if you are experiencing grief, bereavement, or loss.

There is no timetable for how long grief lasts, or how you should feel at a particular time of year. But remember, you are not alone.

For help and support, visit https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss

11/03/2026

Our Practice is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment for all patients and staff.

We do not tolerate any form of abusive, aggressive, threatening, or inappropriate behaviour

This includes (but is not limited to):
• Verbal abuse or raised voices
• Threatening language or gestures
• Physical aggression
• Harassment or intimidation
• Discriminatory comments of any kind

Any breach of this policy will lead to immediate action, which may include being asked to leave the premises, removal from the practice list, or involvement of the police where necessary.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful practice for everyone.

09/03/2026

A smoke-free life starts with a smoke-free day, and No Smoking Day is coming up soon!

Make Wednesday 11th March your quit day.

For free, friendly, non-judgemental support call 01752 437177 for a friendly chat.



Livewell Southwest Four Greens Community Trust St Budeaux and Barne Barton Wellbeing Hub Plymouth Wellbeing Hub Network Community Builder - Barne Barton & St Budeaux The Real Whitleigh News Wolseley Trust

08/03/2026

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 is a time to celebrate women’s strength and resilience, and also a reminder to prioritise your health. Attending cervical screening and breast screening when invited can help detect changes early, often before symptoms appear, improving outcomes and saving lives. 💐💗🩺✨

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 : https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗺𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺) : https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/

Looking after your mental health is just as important, especially if current media stories feel overwhelming or triggering.

𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 : https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 : https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-to-look-after-your-mental-health-on-social-media

With Mother’s Day approaching, this time of year can also bring up feelings of grief and bereavement for many people, and support is available if you need it. Taking care of your physical and emotional wellbeing matters.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 : https://www.cruse.org.uk/understanding-grief/managing-grief/grieving-on-mothers-day/

Grieving on mother's day can be extremely difficult, especially when we see families celebrate it on social media & TV. We can help.

08/03/2026

Do you have some questions about the health and development of your child? would you like to speak to a member of the Health Visiting Team? Please find below the updated Child Health Clinics which are running across the city, No need to book, just come along and chat to one of our staff.

❗️Please note that Manor Street is currently closed due to remedial works in the building ❗️

08/03/2026

No matter which of our 340+ groups you attend, friendly facilitators will always be there to welcome you at the door, explain how the sessions run, and make sure you know where to find the brews and biscuits ❤️

Our groups are running this Monday 7-9pm for any man 18+ Four Greens Community Trust - please park at Whitleigh Green car park👌

There's no booking, no fees and no registration needed. Just turn up.

Visit our website to find your nearest group or email info@andysmanclub.co.uk to join our online groups - Andys Man Club Online