Burgess Road Surgery

01/08/2025

In July, 196 people did not attend for their appointment at Burgess Road Surgery. This is equivalent to 55 hours of clinical time or 196 appointments. Please attend your appointment with us or let us know in plenty of time if you can no longer attend.

30/07/2025

📢 Adults with Type 1 Diabetes - Your voice matters! 📢

We’re sharing an important paid research study conducted by DRWF Diabetes and QC Medica to better understand the real-life experiences of adults living with type 1 diabetes.

You’ll complete 5 online surveys over 12 months using a computer or smartphone.

As a thank you, you’ll receive:
▶️ £75 Amazon voucher for the first survey
▶️ £50 Amazon vouchers for each of the following four surveys (up to £275 total)

Your insight could help shape future diabetes care and research breakthroughs.

👉 Check if you’re eligible and sign up here:
https://qcmedica.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0dk8yCv5rhZKO58

📞 Questions? Contact QC Medica directly: +44 (0)151 440 2647 or info@qcmedica.com

28/07/2025

🩺 Want to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes? 🩺

The NHS Healthier You - NHS Diabetes Prevention Program HIOW offers free support to help you eat healthier, get more active, and manage your weight, which are all key steps in lowering your risk.

✅ Proven to cut risk by over a third
✅ Learn about portion sizes, diet, and blood sugar
✅ Feel healthier, lighter, and more in control

How to join:
📲 If you've had a blood test in the last 12 months, register via your NHS App reading:
https://preventing-diabetes.co.uk/referral/

🤰 History of gestational diabetes? Self-refer here:
https://preventing-diabetes.co.uk/gestational-diabetes/

Or speak to us about a GP referral. Let’s get you set for a healthier future! 💙

23/07/2025

☀️ Get ready to Activate this summer! ☀️

Joe Wicks is launching a brand-new workout series, ‘Activate’, full of high-energy, fun 5-minute workout ‘Challenges’ to keep kids active.

The Challenges bring together new characters and bright animation from STUDIO AKA, with well-known upbeat tracks from exclusive music partner Universal Music UK.

Activate is backed by Department of Health and Social Care - DHSC, Department for Education, Department for Culture, Media and Sport as part of a new partnership to reach families and schools across the country.

👉 Activate is available for free on The Body Coach YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyCLoPd4VxBs9_9heCE4K0d7pq1ORkjQM

11/07/2025

☀️ Tips for keeping cool this summer ☀️

Hot weather can affect us all, especially older people, young children, and those with health conditions. Simple steps like drinking cold water, staying in the shade, and wearing loose clothing can make a real difference.

📌 Take a look at the posters below for easy, practical advice on staying cool and safe, whether you’re at home or out and about, courtesy of The Environment Centre (tEC).

Please share with anyone who might benefit! 💧🌿

09/07/2025

📣 Don't forget, it's TARGET week! 📣
We will be closed on the afternoon of Thursday 10 July so that our Primary Care workforce can join the TARGET training scheme.
For any medical queries, please contact the Out of Hours service by calling 111.

08/07/2025

💬 Let’s Talk Bowel Cancer & Women’s Health! 💬

We’re proud to share that two of our very own clinicians, Lisa Lucas and Sarah Lyon, will be guest speakers at the upcoming Bowel Cancer & Women’s Health Awareness session, hosted by Her Health First Asia.

🗓 Date: 18th July 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm
📍 Venue: YMCA, Graham Road, Southampton, SO14 0AW
✨ Free to attend!

They’ll be sharing expert insights on cancer awareness, women’s health, and the importance of early detection. You’ll also hear moving stories from cancer survivors and learn about support available in our community.

📩 For more info, contact: herhealthfirstasia@gmail.com

Let’s raise awareness and support each other’s wellness! 💗

01/07/2025

In June, 207 people did not attend for their appointment at Burgess Road Surgery. This is equivalent to 57 hours of clinical time or 207 appointments. Please attend your appointment with us or let us know in plenty of time if you can no longer attend.

25/06/2025

📢 Update on Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) for Weight Management 📢

In Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, around 1,000 people currently meet the national eligibility criteria for the new weight management medication, Mounjaro (Tirzepatide).

We know there is a lot of interest in this treatment, but please be aware that GPs are not yet able to prescribe Mounjaro for weight management locally. The ICB are working hard to set up the necessary services, and expect it to become available later this year (Autumn 2025).

⛔ Please don’t contact the surgery about Mounjaro at this time, as we are not yet able to prescribe it for weight management and cannot assist with requests currently.

For updates and information about weight management support in our area, visit: www.hantsiow.icb.nhs.uk/weight-loss-support

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

In Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and across the NHS there is different help available depending on the level of support you require to help you in your weight loss journey.  

20/06/2025

💛 Love your cervix? Show it some care! 💛

Getting your cervical screening could be one of the most important things you do for your health. It only takes a few minutes, and it could help prevent cervical cancer.

Whether it's your first time or you're due again, we know it can feel a bit awkward or nerve-wracking. But you're not alone and it's totally okay to ask questions, bring a friend, or take your time.

✨ This is your body, your health, your future.
✨ Let’s normalise the conversation. Let’s protect our cervixes.
✨ Let’s keep showing up - for ourselves and each other.

📅 Book your free screening with us when you get your invite!

🔗 Learn more at www.nhs.uk/cervical-screening

18/06/2025

💙 Cervical screening saves lives! 💙

Cervical screening (a smear test) can help stop cervical cancer before it starts. It checks for high-risk HPV which can cause changes to the cells of your cervix - often long before cancer develops. Early detection means early treatment, and that can save lives.

👉 At Burgess Road Surgery, we’re committed to making your screening experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
Our team offers:
✅ Friendly, fully trained staff
✅ Text message reminders
✅ Support for non-binary and trans people
✅ Interpreter services and accessibility options
✅ The option to bring a friend, listen to music, or ask for a female nurse

It’s quick, free, and it could save your life. 💙

📞 Call us on 02380 676233 to book your appointment or ask any questions.

16/06/2025

📣 Don't forget, it's TARGET week! 📣

We will be closed on the afternoon of Tuesday 17 June so that our Primary Care workforce can join the TARGET training scheme.

For any medical queries, please contact the Out of Hours service by calling 111.