Brook Square Surgery

04/03/2026

Scarlet fever is a contagious infection that mainly affects children and can cause a sore throat, fever and a distinctive rash.

Early recognition and treatment are important to help reduce the risk of complications and limit spread. Community pharmacies can also offer advice on managing symptoms and when further medical care is needed, making them a helpful first point of contact for many minor illnesses. Knowing the signs and where to get help can support quicker recovery. 🌡️👶🩺✨

Read NHS guidance on scarlet fever: https://ow.ly/Su8J50YiFPk
Read Patient Info advice on scarlet fever in children: https://ow.ly/bgpo50YiFPb
Learn how pharmacies can help (Pharmacy First): https://ow.ly/VeE650YiFPf

03/03/2026

Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea and vomiting.

The average number of patients in hospital with norovirus each day last week rose to over 1,000 for the first time this winter.

It can spread very easily, but washing your hands frequently with soap and water is the best way to stop it spreading.

If you catch it, stay at home until two days after the symptoms stop. Don’t visit hospitals or care homes during this time.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/norovirus

02/03/2026

The power to quit smoking is in your hands.

Download the free NHS Quit Smoking app today. https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

02/03/2026

Happy Monday! ✨

New week, new goals, new opportunities to take care of you.

Stay consistent, stay positive, and don’t forget — we’re here to support you every step of the way 💙

01/03/2026

🧘‍♀️The next Colouring for Mindfulness session will be Monday 2nd March. The event is free and all are welcome. No need to book, just come along.

27/02/2026

Woodland Parkrun 💙

25/02/2026

Please note the Practice will be closed from 12pm today (Wednesday 25th February) for staff training, and we will re-open at 8am on Thursday morning.
Many thanks 😊

24/02/2026

Please note the Practice will be closed from 12pm tomorrow (Wednesday 25th of February) for staff training, and we will re-open at 8am on Thursday morning.
Many thanks 😊

24/02/2026

NHS Talking Therapies treatment gives you practical skills and techniques to overcome post-traumatic stress disorder and other conditions.

Find out more, or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk

23/02/2026

💊 Don’t Run Out of Your Medication! 💊

A friendly reminder to all our patients to order your repeat prescriptions in good time ⏰

📅 Please remember you are able to order your medications 7 days before the due date.

Ordering at the right time helps to:
✔️ Avoid unnecessary stress
✔️ Ensure continuous treatment
✔️ Prevent delays, especially during busy periods or holidays

📝 You can order your prescriptions in the following ways:

• Via the NHS App 📱
• Online 💻
• Using your green slip
• By dropping off a paper request at the practice
• Following the link directly to our website to order - Prescription request – Brook Square Surgery💊

If you’re still unsure how to order your repeat prescription, our team is always happy to help 🤝

Stay well and stay prepared 💙

23/02/2026

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week — February 23 to March 1, 2026 💙

It’s eating disorder awareness week. Eating disorders can affect people in many different ways. An eating disorder is a mental health condition where you use the control of food to cope with feelings and other situations.

Unhealthy eating behaviours may include eating too much or too little or worrying about your weight or body shape. See the NHS website- https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/eating-disorders/overview/

If you or someone you care for is struggling with an eating disorder, this easy read guide might be useful to give you some information and guidance.

https://selfhelp.cntw.nhs.uk/easy-read/eating-disorders-easy-read-information/print/1075

It is helpful to be aware that some autistic people and people with ADHD struggle with eating. The link below has resources to explain more about this.

Eating Disorders and AuDHD — Neurodiverse Connection https://ndconnection.co.uk/blog/eating-disorders-and-audhd?rq=eating