Park Medical Practice and Evercreech Surgery

10/03/2026

Easy Ways to Get Your Blood Pressure Checked
1️⃣ Use the machine in the Practice
You can come in any time we are open.

It only takes a minute.

2️⃣ Tell us your home reading
If you have a blood pressure machine at home,
just send us your numbers or tell us when you speak to us.
We will add it to your medical record.

3️⃣ We can check it at your appointment
If you are already seeing a nurse or Healthcare Assistant
we can check your blood pressure while you are here.

4️⃣ Some pharmacies can check it
Many local pharmacies can check your blood pressure
and give you the numbers to share with us.

https://www.parkmedicalpractice.nhs.uk 01749 334 383

09/03/2026

Hypertension affects 1 in 4 UK adults and drives half of all heart attacks and strokes!
Here is the experience from a patients perspective and how they look after themselves with high blood pressure.
"It has humbled me more than I like to admit. It’s weird managing something serious when most days I don’t feel sick. Some days I’m on top of my meds, my food choices, my stress. Other days I’m exhausted, and honestly a little resentful that this is something I have to think about at all.
I’ve had to unlearn the idea that self-care means doing everything perfectly. For me, it looks like taking my meds even when I feel “fine,” choosing rest instead of pushing through, moving my body gently, and trying again after the days I fall off. It also means giving myself grace instead of shame—because this journey is hard, and pretending it isn’t doesn’t help.
I’m still learning. Still adjusting. Still figuring out how to take care of myself without burning out or beating myself up."
If you’re dealing with high blood pressure (or any chronic health issue), what’s been the one small thing that’s actually helped—even a little?
And if you’re comfortable sharing, how do you give yourself grace on the tough days?

06/03/2026

Why We Ask You to Discuss One Problem Per Appointment
At Park Medical Practice our goal is to give every patient safe, high‑quality care. One of the ways we do this is by keeping each appointment focused—so we usually ask patients to discuss one main problem per appointment.
Giving proper attention to your concern takes time. Focusing on one issue helps your doctor listen fully, examine you if needed, explain options clearly, arrange tests or treatment safely and write up the consultation in your medical record..
This isn’t a strict rule, and if your clinician feels there’s time to cover something else, they may do so. If your problems might be linked, your GP will explore that during the appointment.
If you feel you need more time—especially for mental health, multiple long‑term conditions, complex medication, or several symptoms—please let us know when booking. We may be able to arrange a longer appointment.
Thank you for helping us keep care safe, focused and fair for everyone.
If you’re unsure what type of appointment you need, just ask—our team is here to help

04/03/2026

Great appreciation goes out to the patient who left us some choccies as a thank you. We will be tucking in with our next brew!

03/03/2026

💬 You know that more movement helps manage diabetes and other conditions but your body makes that feel impossible? Those of us that are not so mobile hear you and understand this frustration!

Our team wanted to highlight that movement doesn’t have to mean standing, walking, or going to the gym. These simple seated exercises can still help improve circulation, boost mood, support blood sugar control, and keep joints moving comfortably. 🌟
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/sitting-exercises/

You know your own body — so please use these ideas at your own pace and discretion. Even a little gentle activity can make a positive difference.

Find out how to do these gentle sitting exercises to help improve mobility and prevent falls.

02/03/2026

🚶‍♀️ Why even small steps can make a big difference to your diabetes!
Keeping active is one of the most effective ways to manage your diabetes and improve your overall health. You don’t need the gym — even gentle movement each day can help. 💙

🌟 Why moving more matters:
Helps lower blood glucose levels
Supports a healthy heart
Improves mood and energy
Keeps joints flexible
Helps maintain a healthy weight

✨ Aim for little and often — a short walk, some stretching, a bit of gardening, or even dancing in the kitchen all count!

27/02/2026

The HPV vaccine is offered to boys and girls from year 8 in school (12-13 years) to help protect them from high-risk HPV related cancers.
▶️ Look out for the consent form so your child can get their free HPV vaccine at school.

💉 If you're under 25 and missed it at school, there's still time. Find out more: https://nhssomerset.nhs.uk/hpv

26/02/2026

Our thanks to those who came to the NHS App event this week. We were glad we were able to get you set up and hope using the App is already lightening the life admin load!

We plan on running these events more frequently. Watch this space for the next one.

24/02/2026

Supporting our patients and community

Over the past two years, our team has helped with nearly 80,000 patient requests, supporting almost 10,000 patients to access care more easily and efficiently.

✔ Most requests are actioned within 39 minutes
✔ 92% of patients rated our services as positive or very positive

Thank you for your continued trust in Park Medical Practice. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support the health and wellbeing of our community

If you’d like to share your experience, we’d really appreciate a Google review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

23/02/2026

📢 Reminder for Tomorrow!
Join us for our NHS App & Health Check Drop‑In Session
Tuesday 24th February, 1.00–2.30pm at Park Medical Practice.
✔ Help using the NHS App
✔ Update your blood pressure & weight
✔ Advice from our team, PPG members & Health Connectors
Please bring your mobile or other device.

The team is looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!

20/02/2026

📢 Reminder: Free Drop‑In Event – this coming Tuesday at the Practice!

Join us for help with the NHS App and a quick Health Check.
📅 Tues 24th February
⏰ 1.00–2.30pm
✔ Get help using the NHS App
✔ Update your blood pressure & weight
✔ Meet the Practice Patient Participation Group
✔ Get advice and support from our team and Health Connectors
👉 Please bring your mobile or other device.
We look forward to seeing you!