Branch End Surgery

25/09/2025

❗️Patient notice❗

This weekend we are having maintenance to repair the stone walls in the car park; therefore, the car park needs to be closed off and will be out of use.

Thank you for your cooperation.

25/09/2025

The NHS App lets you receive secure messages from your GP practice.

These messages are safe, reliable, and aren’t limited to certain character limits like traditional SMS messages.

To make sure you don’t miss messages from your GP practice, turn on notifications in your NHS app.

Open the NHS App on your smartphone
Tap account Settings (top right corner)
Scroll down to settings and tap on notifications
Tap go to device settings
Tap notifications
Enable notifications
Once enabled, you will receive messages from your GP practice whenever there is an important update about your healthcare.

In this video you can see how you can read your messages in the NHS App and manage notifications on your mobile phone to make sure you get a notification whe...

25/09/2025

Pharmacists do so much more than dispense medicines. They offer expert health advice, help manage long-term conditions, provide vaccinations, and guide you on safe, effective treatments. 💊

This year, let’s celebrate the vital role they play in keeping our communities healthy — often as the first point of care.

Learn how to get the most from your pharmacist:
https://ow.ly/Frv050X0VMv

24/09/2025

💚 Organ Donation Week

One conversation could save a life. Talking to your loved ones about your wishes means they can support your decision when it matters most.

Learn why it’s so important:
https://ow.ly/btkq50WZqPb
https://ow.ly/YOQe50WZqPA

22/09/2025

💪🔥 Activate your day with Joe Wicks!

🏃‍♂️💨 Quick, fun workouts to boost your 💥 energy, 😄 mood & 💗 health — wherever you are! Perfect for home, school, or outdoors.

🎥 Watch the playlist:
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19/09/2025

Blood cancer is the UK’s 5th most common cancer, but symptoms can be vague and easy to miss — such as persistent fatigue, unexplained bruising, or frequent infections.

Learn the early signs and find support:
https://bloodcancer.org.uk/

https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-are-the-early-warning-signs-of-blood-cancer

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17/09/2025

The new 10-Year Health Plan – Fit for the Future sets out the vision for England’s healthcare.

📅 Over the next decade, the NHS will focus on:
💙 Better patient care
🧪 Medical innovation
🏡 More community-based services

Find out more here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/10-year-health-plan-for-england-fit-for-the-future

17/09/2025

The practice will be closed today, Wednesday 17th September from 1pm for Protected Learning Time.
We will re-open Thursday 18th September at 8am.
If you require medical help please contact your local pharmacy, 111 online or by phone or in an emergency contact 999.
Thank you
Team BES

15/09/2025

🚭 Va**ng vs Smoking

Switching from smoking to va**ng can significantly reduce exposure to harmful chemicals — but va**ng is not risk-free. It still delivers ni****ne and other potentially harmful substances.

Learn more:
https://ow.ly/wAob50WVJlY
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15/09/2025

Five reasons to have the flu vaccine
1. Protect your child
The vaccine will help protect your child against flu and serious complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia.

2. Protect you, your family and friends
Vaccinating your child will help protect more vulnerable friends and family.

3. No injection needed
The nasal spray is painless and easy to have.

4. It’s better than having flu
The nasal spray helps protect against flu, has been given to millions of children worldwide and has an excellent safety record.

5. Avoid costs
If your child gets flu, you may have to take time off work or arrange alternative childcare.

13/09/2025

🩸 Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to infection. Act fast if you notice:

• Slurred speech or confusion
• Extreme shivering or muscle pain
• Passing little or no urine
• Severe breathlessness
• Skin mottled, bluish, or very pale

These symptoms require immediate medical attention.

Learn more:
https://ow.ly/JnsF50WVHcE
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10/09/2025

🕯 World Su***de Prevention Day – 10 September
Thoughts of self‑harm or su***de can be deeply distressing—and often, people don’t reach out for help. You are not alone and help is available.

This resource offers vital information and guidance:
https://ow.ly/Rz4f50WTO8P

UK Helplines — available to you now:

• Samaritans (24/7, free & confidential): Call 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org
• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably): For anyone in crisis, call 0800 58 58 58 (5 pm–midnight daily)
• National Su***de Prevention Helpline UK: Call 0800 689 5652 (6 pm–midnight daily)
• Papyrus HOPELINEUK (under‑35s or concerned loved ones): 0800 068 4141 (24/7), or text 07786 209 697
• Shout (24/7 text support): Text SHOUT to 85258

You do not need to face these feelings alone—support is available, free, and just a call or text away.