Bredbury Medical Centre

09/09/2025

The NHS flu vaccination programme has started, with a phased rollout to make sure those most at risk are protected first.

From 1 September 2025
-Pregnant women
-Children aged 2–3 years
-All school children (Reception to Year 11)
-Children under 18 with long-term health conditions

From 1 October 2025
-Adults aged 65 and over
-Adults (6 months to 64) with certain health conditions
-Care home residents
-Carers and household contacts of vulnerable people
-Frontline health & social care staff

We have started to contact the eligible patients. If you tick any of the following above and have not received an invite, please contact reception to book.

05/09/2025

Reminder that this Sunday, every phone in the UK will receive a test emergency alert. The alert will trigger a loud siren-like sound, even if your phone is set to silent.

For women experiencing domestic abuse, this could be dangerous the alert may expose a hidden phone, which is often their only lifeline.

For women facing domestic abuse, a safe phone is a silent phone.

04/09/2025

02/09/2025

Are you experiencing any unusual symptoms that could be cancer? Chances are your symptoms aren’t cancer – but if they are - the sooner we find cancer, the easier it is to treat. Don’t delay – contact your GP today.

29/08/2025

If you're female, aged 50 to 70 and registered with Bredbury Medical Centre, keep an eye out for your breast screening invitation letter!

The friendly, all female breast screening team, is ready to welcome you to your appointment at the mobile unit, Romiley Health Centre, SK6 4QR.

They’ll help you feel relaxed and safe, always respecting your privacy.

Accessibility: If you find it hard to walk up steps, the unit has a lift for easy access. Wheelchair users can book a longer appointment - details are in your invitation letter.

Important: If you haven't received your letter, check that your GP has your correct contact details.

Remember: Don’t miss your appointment—it could save your life!

Find out more about breast screening https://www.healthystockport.co.uk/screening

22/08/2025

Bank Holiday Reminder 🌼
Our practice will be closed on Monday 25th August for the Bank Holiday and will reopen on Tuesday 26th August.

If you need medical help while we are closed:

- You can contact NHS 111 online or by phone for advice
- In an emergency, always dial 999
- Local pharmacies may also be open and can help with minor illnesses

We hope you have a safe and restful Bank Holiday.❤

21/08/2025

Our August newsletter is here! Copies will also be available in reception 😊

19/08/2025

Bank Holiday Closure ☀

The practice will be closed on Monday 25th August for the Bank Holiday.
Please ensure you order any repeat prescriptions in advance, ideally through the NHS App.

While we are closed:

- For urgent but non-life-threatening medical advice, please call NHS 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk
-For life-threatening emergencies, please call 999 or attend A&E
- Local pharmacies may also be open and can offer advice on minor illnesses

19/08/2025

If you're female, aged 50 to 70 and registered with Bredbury Medical Centre, keep an eye out for your breast screening invitation letter!

Why is this important? Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. Finding it early through screening can make all the difference.

Where? Your appointment will be at the mobile unit at Romiley Health Centre, SK6 4QR.
Haven't received your letter? Make sure your GP has your correct contact details.

Remember: Don't miss your appointment—it could save your life!
Find out more about breast screening

https://www.healthystockport.co.uk/screening

15/08/2025

Worried about your symptoms but too embarrassed to talk to the doctor about them?

Don’t worry- GPs have these conversations all the time, and there’s no need to be embarrassed. If your symptoms could be cancer, the earlier we find it the easier it is to treat. Don’t let embarrassment put you off.

Don’t delay – contact your GP today.

13/08/2025

Hot Weather Alert – Stay Cool & Stay Safe!☀️

We’re in for some hot days this week, and high temperatures can affect your health especially for young children, older adults, and people with long-term conditions.

Tips to keep cool:
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Stay in the shade or indoors between 11am–3pm
- Wear light, loose clothing and a sunhat outdoors
- Keep your home cool – close curtains in the day, open windows at night
- Cool down with a cool shower, damp cloth, or foot soak

Know the signs of heat exhaustion❗
- Dizziness or headache
- Feeling sick or muscle cramps
- Heavy sweating and tiredness

🚨 If someone has confusion, shortness of breath, or stops sweating despite feeling hot, this may be heatstroke – call 999 immediately.

13/08/2025

From September, the NHS will start sending negative cervical screening results directly to your NHS App 📲.

Here’s how it will work:
- If your result is negative, you’ll get a message in your NHS App and a notification.
- If you don’t read the message within 72 hours, you’ll receive a letter in the post as a back-up.
- If your result is abnormal, you’ll still receive a letter by post.

Tip: Make sure your NHS App is downloaded and your notifications are turned on so you can see your results quickly and easily.

Download the NHS App here:

Download the NHS App, or open the NHS website in a web browser, to set up and log in to your NHS account. Owned and run by the NHS, your NHS account is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services online.