Birchwood Medical Centre

19/12/2025

Birchwood Medical Centre - Christmas Opening hours
Monday 22nd December Open as normal
Tuesday 23rd December Open as normal

Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December Open as normal
Christmas Day Thursday 25th December CLOSED
Boxing Day Friday 26th December CLOSED

Monday 29th December Open as normal
Tuesday 30th December Open as normal
Wednesday 31st December Open as normal
Thursday 1st January CLOSED
Friday 2nd January Open as normal

Please ensure you order your medication in good time before the Christmas break

Our last day for prescriptions will be Monday 22nd December.

Prescriptions can be order via the NHS App, System online email or post. We cannot take requests over the phone.

Merry Christmas from all the staff

03/12/2025

🎄 Reminder: Family Christmas Community Event – Tomorrow! 🎄

Don’t forget to join us for our Family Christmas Community Event on Friday 5th December, 9:30am – 12:00pm at The Living Well Hub, 26–30 Horsemarket Street, Warrington WA1 1XL.

Join us for a morning filled with festive fun, family connection, and community support!

Here’s what’s happening on the day:
🎨 Christmas Stay & Play Session – Hosted by Warrington Children’s Centres, with a special visit from the big man himself thanks to Warrington VIP!
🎅 Festive activities – Hannah from HAF will be joining us to offer fun activities for both the little (and big) ones.
🧥 Christmas Jumper Swap Shop – We know how expensive the festive season can be, so families can pick up or swap Christmas jumpers at our swap stall.

We’ll also have a range of local services on hand to offer information and support, including:
• Warrington Carers Hub, Youth Division
• Talking Point
• Early Help
• NHS Stop Smoking During Pregnancy
• NatWest Bank
• Mersey Care Perinatal Mental Health Team
• Warrington Disability Partnership Energy Team
• Green Doctor
• Early Years Funding Team

✨ Please help us spread the word by sharing this event with your friends and families. We can’t wait to see you there!

03/12/2025

💙 Feeling connected and supported matters more than ever. Social isolation can deeply affect mental health, especially for people living with disabilities - but there are ways to stay active, engaged and supported. 🌈✨

Check out these helpful resources for advice on reducing loneliness and staying well:
👉 https://ow.ly/Sqqo50XzUkQ
👉 https://ow.ly/omjS50XzUkW
👉 https://ow.ly/AOhp50XzUki

Whether it’s joining a local group, finding an accessible exercise routine or learning what support is available, small steps can make a big difference. 💪💬

01/12/2025

🌍❤️ This World AIDS Day 2025, let’s come together to fight stigma, share knowledge and stand in solidarity with everyone affected by HIV. 💪✨

There are still so many myths surrounding HIV and AIDS — but knowledge is power! Learn the facts and help stop misinformation:
👉 https://patient.info/features/sexual-health/dispelling-common-myths-about-hiv-and-aids
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiv-and-aids/

Find out how you can get involved and show your support this :
🔗 https://worldaidsday.org

Together, we can end stigma and empower healthier futures. ❤️🕯️

28/11/2025

🩹😣 Got a splinter? Whether it's a tiny piece of wood, glass, or metal, a splinter can be surprisingly painful - and if left untreated, could lead to infection 🦠

👉 In this helpful video, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to remove a splinter safely using tweezers
✔️ Tips to prevent infection
✔️ When to get medical help

💡 Don’t ignore it! Even a small splinter can cause problems if not removed correctly.

🧼 Always wash your hands and clean the area before & after removal.
If redness, swelling, or pus appears - seek medical advice 🧑‍⚕️

📚 Learn more about treating cuts, grazes & minor wounds:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cuts-and-grazes/

👍 First aid essentials for your home:

🌟 https://patient.info/news-and-features/essential-first-aid-items-for-your-home

26/11/2025

Family Christmas Community Event on Friday 5th December, 9:30am – 12:00pm at The Living Well Hub, 26–30 Horsemarket Street, Warrington WA1 1XL.

Join us for a morning filled with festive fun, family connection, and community support!

Here’s what’s happening on the day:
🎨 Christmas Stay & Play Session – Hosted by Warrington Children’s Centres, with a special visit from the big man himself thanks to Warrington VIP!
🎅 Festive activities – Hannah from HAF will be joining us to offer fun activities for both the little (and big) ones.
🧥 Christmas Jumper Swap Shop – We know how expensive the festive season can be, so families can pick up or swap Christmas jumpers at our swap stall.
We’ll also have a range of local services on hand to offer information and support, including:
• Warrington Carers Hub, Youth Division
• Talking Point
• Early Help
• NHS Stop Smoking During Pregnancy
• NatWest Bank
• Mersey Care Perinatal Mental Health Team
• Warrington Disability Partnership Energy Team
• Green Doctor
• Early Years Funding Team

Please help us spread the word by sharing this event with your friends and families.

26/11/2025

Only order what you need

26/11/2025

Only order what you need Campaign.

26/11/2025

🫁💙 Living with COPD? While there’s no cure, there’s plenty you can do to manage it and improve your quality of life. COPD happens when the lungs become inflamed, damaged and narrowed - often due to smoking, long‑term exposure to dust/fumes or genetic factors.

Here are some ways to live well with COPD:
🔹 Stop smoking - the single most effective step.
🔹 Take inhalers and follow your treatment plan to reduce flare‑ups.
🔹 Stay active, eat well, keep weight in check and avoid triggers like pollution or cold air.
🔹 Be alert to symptoms like persistent cough with phlegm, shortness of breath or wheezing - mention them to your GP.

Need more support or want to learn how to cope?
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-copd/
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/how-to-live-healthily-with-copd

26/11/2025

🌟 The Little Orange Book – Essential Advice for Parents and Carers 🌟

Looking for trusted guidance on managing common illnesses in babies and young children? The Little Orange Book, a must-have resource for parents and carers.

📘 What’s Inside?
✅ Advice on managing common conditions like coughs, colds, and fevers.
✅ Recognizing symptoms of more serious illnesses and when to seek help.
✅ The Traffic Light System: Green, Amber and Red indicators for appropriate actions.
✅ Practical self-care tips for home management.
✅ Emergency signs and when to seek immediate medical attention.

🔗 Download your copy today:https://www.newcastle.gov.uk/sites/default/files/Little-Orange-Book.pdf

Help us spread the word across Warrington by sharing this with other parents and carers!

Together, we can keep our little ones healthy and happy.

25/11/2025

24/11/2025

🤢💧 Vomiting and diarrhoea affect both children and adults, but the risks and care needs can differ. Here’s what to watch out for and how to respond 🧠

👶 Children vs 🧔 Adults - What’s Different?

Children:
‑ Dehydrate more quickly - loss of fluid builds up faster
‑ More vulnerable to electrolyte imbalance
‑ May refuse drinking or have a harder time telling how they feel
‑ Risk signs: dry nappies, sunken eyes, irritability, listlessness

Adults:
‑ Might manage symptoms longer before seeking help
‑ Risk of complications if they have chronic conditions (e.g. diabetes, kidney disease)
‑ The underlying cause can vary (infection, foodborne, side effect of meds)

✅ What to Do (For All Ages)
🛌 Rest & stay home
💧 Sip small amounts of fluids frequently
🍚 Once able, introduce bland, easy-to-digest foods
🧼 Wash hands often, especially after bathroom or caring for sick
❌ Avoid preparing food for others until 48 hours after symptoms subside

⚠️ When to Seek Medical Help
Watch for these red flags (in both children & adults):

• Persistent vomiting or diarrhoea lasting more than a few days
• Blood in vomit or stool
• Unable to keep fluids down
• Signs of dehydration (dizziness, extreme thirst, low urine output)
• High fever or unexplained pain

More trusted advice here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/symptoms/diarrhoea-and-vomiting/

Stay alert, act early, and take care 💚