Court Street Medical Practice

08/08/2025

Antibiotics don’t work for colds and flu - they only treat bacterial infections, and these illnesses are caused by viruses, not bacteria. 💊

Taking them only when needed helps them stay effective! ✅

Find out more ▶ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/04/07/what-is-antimicrobial-resistance-amr-and-how-can-you-combat-it/

08/08/2025

In Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin £2.6 million of medicines are wasted unnecessary per year. This is equivalent to 179 hip replacement operations.

Only request the medicines you need — you can always get more later.

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07/08/2025

Every September, the local NHS sees an increase in children and young people suffering from asthma attacks as pupils return to classrooms across the county after the summer break.

We are urging children, young people, and their families to ‘Get Ahead of Asthma’ this summer by booking an asthma review before heading back to school.

By scheduling a routine check-up children and young people can see how their asthma is and make sure they have the right plan in place to stay on top of it.

➡️ To book an appointment with our asthma nurse, call us on 01952 586616.

07/08/2025

Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness at any age.

The MMR vaccine is safe, effective, and the best way to protect yourself and others.

Read more: http://nhs.uk/MMR

06/08/2025

Living with asthma?

Even if you feel your asthma is well-controlled, your annual review helps you breathe easier, stay in control, and reduce flare-ups.

✅ Quick
✅ Personalised
✅ Could prevent serious complications

📞 Book your review – your lungs will thank you!

05/08/2025

Did you know we have a First Contact Practitioner (FCP) at Court Street Medical Practice?

FCPs are highly trained physiotherapists with extensive experience in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions, and see these patients as the first point of contact.

Musculoskeletal conditions cover a wide range of conditions, including:
🔵 All soft tissue injuries, sprains, strains or sports injuries
🔵 Arthritis of any joint
🔵 Possible problems with muscles, ligaments, tendons or bone
🔵 Spinal pain
🔵 Spinal-related pain in arms or legs, including nerve symptoms
🔵 Changes to walking
🔵 Post-orthopaedic surgery

To book an appointment with our FCP, call and speak to a receptionist on 01952 586616.

05/08/2025

🫁 A pilot Lung Screening Programme (Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) is coming to Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin later this year.

➡️ More information to follow.

  Lung cancer is frequently diagnosed at a later stage than other cancers because often there are no signs or symptoms at an early stage. To identify signs of lung cancer at an early stage, when the cancer is much more treatable, NHS England launched a pilot called the Targeted Lung Health Check (T...

04/08/2025

An allergy is where your body reacts to something that's normally harmless like pollen or dust. The symptoms can be mild, but for some people they can be very serious.

Read more about allergy causes, symptoms and when to call 999: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/allergies/

01/08/2025

Don't put unused medicines down the sink, toilet or in your household waste.
Your pharmacist can safely dispose of unused and expired medicines.

Stay green and request the medicines you need.

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01/08/2025

Did you know you can view your test results in the NHS App?

You can see recent test results that have been added to your online GP health record, without having to phone your GP practice.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app

31/07/2025

Snoring is very common and is not usually caused by anything serious. Simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce snoring.

To find out more, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/snoring/

30/07/2025

Not getting a good night’s sleep can affect your mental wellbeing.

Here are some changes you can make for more restful sleep. 💤

Find more advice ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues/sleep/