Plowright Medical Centre Swaffham

03/12/2025

DISPENSARY CHRISTMAS ORDERS

Last order date for collection before Christmas is Tuesday 16th December.

Please only order what you need, there is no need to order extra, the practice will be shut for 3 days. (Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day)

The Swaffham dispensary is open until 6pm on Xmas and New Years Eve.

Necton Dispensary will be open until 5pm

25/11/2025

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.

But small things can help:

🔵 try some physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🔵 make the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🔵 plan for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks or building in more rest

There’s also treatment available if you’re finding things really tough – such as light therapy, talking therapies or medication.

Find out more ➡️ www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

25/11/2025

We are now offering the FREE my mhealth app to support your condition management.

If you have COPD you can self-register in minutes and immediately begin accessing tools to improve your self-management and reduce exacerbations.

Register at https://bit.ly/4i7WqQt

13/11/2025

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

13/11/2025

Could you spare an hour a week to brighten someone’s day? 🌟

Age UK Norfolk’s Gift of Friendship project is looking for caring, reliable volunteers to offer companionship to older people who may be feeling lonely or isolated.

By visiting someone regularly for a chat, cup of tea, or short walk, you can make a real difference — helping them feel valued, connected, and part of their community again.

You will get full training and ongoing support. Just an hour of your time each week can make a world of difference. 💛

📞 To find out more or register your interest, visit https://www.ageuk.org.uk/norfolk/get-involved/volunteer/, call 01603 785210 or email volunteering@ageuknorfolk.org.uk.

12/11/2025

MensCraft supports men and adolescent boys to confidently meet the challenges and opportunities of the different life stages, whether that’s navigating fatherhood, retirement, or times of stress and crisis.

They offer one-to-one support, group sessions, and links to specialist services.

Visit their website for more info and self referral :

MensCraft is Norfolk's leading charity focusing on men's health and wellbeing. We believe that happier & healthier men make for better brothers, partners, fathers, sons, colleagues and friends.

29/10/2025

Are you registered at a practice in Swaffham or Downham Market & have Type 2 Diabetic or been told you have pre- Diabetes?

A low carb group is running in Swaffham and Downham Market in November.

Providing lots of information to help bring down your sugar markers, help reduce (or even stop) your diabetic medication, gain more energy or manage your weight.

For further information,
to add your name to the list to join,
email:nwicb.swaffhamanddownhampcn@nhs.net
Or call : 07740287458.

04/10/2025

Free electric blanket testing this October! 🔥❄️

Swaffham Library Tuesday 14th October 2-4pm

Bring your blanket, heated throw, or small heater for a free safety check with Norfolk Trading Standards & Norfolk Fire and Rescue.
The events also provide an opportunity to receive advice on product safety, home fire safety, and protection against scams.

If you are unable to attend, a friend or neighbour can bring your item on your behalf.

Find out more about staying safe and choosing an electric blankethttps://www.norfolk.gov.uk/article/43812/Electric-blankets

Norfolk County Council

03/10/2025

Regular breast screening can find breast cancer before you feel it or notice any symptoms.

If you are a woman, aged 50 or over, you'll be invited for breast screening every 3 years, until your 71st birthday.

If you think you should have breast screening, but you are not invited automatically by the time you are 53, contact your local breast screening service.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/other-health-services/breast-screening-services

02/10/2025

Coercive control is a form of domestic abuse and it’s a crime, but what are the signs?

Find out more here: https://nidasnorfolk.co.uk/what-is-coercive-control/

01/10/2025

🚭 October is Stoptober - your chance to take control of your health and quit smoking for good 💪🔥

Thank you to our talented Dispensary assistant, Kate, with artistic input from Receptionist Kaylin, for creating our wonderful display board and giant v**e to promote Stoptober.

💬 Want to quit? Help is out there:
👉 Call the NHS Smokefree Helpline 0300 123 1044
👉 Or visit: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/nhs-stop-smoking-services-help-you-quit/

Every day smoke-free is a win 🏆