Birchwood Medical Centre

08/04/2026

🌿 Stress Awareness Month: Recognising the signs🌿

Stress can show itself in different ways, including physical symptoms, changes in mood or behaviour and difficulty concentrating. Everyone experiences stress differently, and the signs aren’t always obvious.

Recognising these signs early can help you take steps to manage stress and seek support. If stress is starting to affect your daily life, our GP practice team is here to help. 💚

03/04/2026

Did you know that Birchwood Medical Centre is part of East Warrington Primary Care Network?

The network brings local practices together to provide additional services and support for patients in our community.

East Warrington PCN includes:
• Birchwood Medical Centre
• Fearnhead Medical Centre
• Padgate Medical Centre

The PCN has launched a new page where you can stay updated on:

✅Local health campaigns
✅Community services and support
✅NHS advice and prevention information
✅Updates from across the network

👉 Follow the page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DjAtLjwcn/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Please note: The page is for general information only and is not monitored for medical queries. If you need medical advice or an appointment, please contact your GP practice directly.

02/04/2026

Easter Holiday Opening Hours

Please note that the practice will be closed over the Easter period on the following dates:

Friday 3rd April (Good Friday) – Closed
Saturday 5th April & Sunday 6th April – Closed
Monday 7th April (Bank Holiday) – Closed

IF YOU REQUIRE THE URGENT ATTENTION OF A DOCTOR
PLEASE RING 111

Wishing you a Happy Easter from all the staff.

01/04/2026

🌿 April is Stress Awareness Month 🌿

Stress affects us all at different times, and while some stress is a normal part of life, ongoing stress can impact both our physical and mental health.

Throughout , we’ll be sharing simple tips and support to help you recognise stress and look after your wellbeing.

If stress is affecting your daily life, our GP practice team is here to help.

30/03/2026

Feel healthier, lose weight and save money by choosing a few drink-free days each week.

The free NHS Drink Free Days app helps you pick your days, track your progress and stay motivated with simple tips, reminders and milestone celebrations.

Small changes can make a big difference. Start your drink-free days today.

Download the app here:👉drinkfreedays.app.link/Ys9VrVzHs0b

24/03/2026

Easter Holiday Opening Hours

Please note that the practice will be closed over the Easter period on the following dates:

Friday 3rd April (Good Friday) – Closed
Saturday 5th April & Sunday 6th April – Closed
Monday 7th April (Bank Holiday) – Closed

To avoid any disruption, please make sure you order your medication in good time before the Easter break.

The final day to process prescriptions will be Thursday 2nd April 2026.

Prescriptions can be ordered via the NHS App, System Online, email, or by post. Please note that we are unable to accept prescription requests over the phone.

Wishing you a Happy Easter from all the staff.

19/03/2026

19/03/2026

Welcome to East Warrington Primary Care Network’s page👋

Our Primary Care Network (PCN) brings together three GP practices, enabling them to work collaboratively and provide additional services to support the health and wellbeing of our local community.

Our member practices are:
• Birchwood Medical Centre
• Fearnhead Cross Medical Centre
• Padgate Medical Centre

Together we provide services and support for around 31,000 patients in the East Warrington area.

Follow our page to stay updated with health advice, local support services and more.

Please note: This page is not monitored for medical queries.
If you need medical advice or an appointment, please contact your GP practice directly, call NHS 111, or dial 999 in an emergency.

We welcome respectful comments on our posts. However, comments that are abusive, offensive, misleading or contain confidential information may be removed. Repeated breaches may result in users being blocked.

19/03/2026

It’s Nutrition and Hydration Week! 🥗

This week, we’re focusing on how what we eat and drink supports both our physical and mental wellbeing 💪

Did you know the NHS Food Scanner App can help you make healthier food choices? 📱 Simply scan food labels to see nutritional information and discover healthier alternatives.

👉Click here to learn more and download: https://www.nhs.uk/healthier-families/food-facts/nhs-food-scanner-app/

💧 Top tip: Staying hydrated is just as important as eating well.

Try to drink regularly throughout the day to keep your body and mind performing at their best. The NHS recommends drinking 6–8 cups or glasses of fluid a day (around 1.2–1.5 litres).

Let’s use this week as a chance to build healthier habits, one small change at a time.