Briarwood Medical Centre

19/01/2026

From tomorrow, building work will commence to renovate the reception waiting and check-in area.

These improvements are being carried out to enhance the comfort and experience of our patients.

During this period, the usual reception waiting room will be unavailable. Please follow the directional signs to the temporary check-in desk located in Clinic Room 3, which is the first clinic room on the right-hand side, next to the reception office.

The patient waiting area will also be temporarily relocated and will be situated in the corridor alongside the reception office.

We appreciate that these changes may cause some inconvenience and thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation while this essential work is completed.

Briarwood staff are happy to assist you if you require any help or guidance.

15/01/2026

💙Blue Monday💙
19th January – Let’s talk about the “New Year Blues”

After the festive season, many people experience low mood, tiredness, or a lack of motivation. This is completely normal and temporary for most. The January blues often come from a mix of emotional and physical factors.

✨ Common causes include:
• The post-holiday let-down – going from excitement to routine
• Cold, dark days and less sunlight
• Financial pressure after Christmas
• Unrealistic “New Year, New Me” expectations
• Loneliness, loss, or grief becoming more noticeable

🌱 Ways to beat the January Blues:
✔ Be kind to yourself – it’s okay not to feel amazing
✔ Get outside in daylight, even for a short walk
✔ Move your body – gentle exercise boosts mood
✔ Set small, realistic goals (tiny wins count!)
✔ Prioritise sleep and nourishing food
✔ Stay connected – message or meet someone you trust
✔ Plan something to look forward to
✔ Practice mindfulness or gratitude (even 3 things a day helps)

🧠 When to seek extra support:
If low mood lasts more than two weeks, affects daily life, or includes thoughts of self-harm, please reach out. You don’t have to manage this alone.

📞 Support (UK):
• Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7)
• Text SHOUT to 85258
• Or speak with your GP or a mental health professional

💙 You are not failing. January is hard. Support is available.

12/01/2026

'Check it, Don’t Chance it!’ Listen to your body. Act now on cancer.

If something’s not right and it’s sticking around, don’t ignore it.

Get checked - early diagnosis saves lives.

Watch out for:

✔️ new lumps
✔️ ongoing pain
✔️ blood in your poo or wee
✔️ unexplained weight loss

Only 56% of cancers locally are found early. We’re aiming for 78% by 2032 - and that starts with people coming forward sooner.

You’re not a bother. Your GP wants to see you.

12/01/2026

If you’re aged 25 to 64 and are overdue a screening, or have never been screened, you can get your cervical screening done today - no appointment needed.

Cervical screening saves lives. It’s quick, simple, and could prevent cancer.

09/01/2026

Unfortunately our phones and system have gone down, please bare with us. This will be sorted in a matter of minutes. Many thanks for your cooperation.

05/01/2026

31/12/2025

Wishing all our patients a Happy New Year 🎉

24/12/2025

Christmas & New Year Opening Hours🎄

✨ Christmas Eve – Open as usual until 6.30pm
🎁 Christmas Day – Closed
🎄 Boxing Day – Closed
☃️ Saturday 27th Dec – Closed
☃️ Sunday 28th Dec - Open as usual until 12.00pm

🥳 New Year’s Eve – Open as usual until 6.30pm
🎉 New Year’s Day – Closed

17/12/2025

Thank you from our lovely patients 🥰

Merry Christmas from all of the staff at Briarwood 🎄

12/12/2025

Unfortunately we're experiencing issues with our phones and our computer systems are also down. This is a nationwide IT outage and out of our control. Please bear with us and still attend for your pre-booked appointment.

09/12/2025