Wells Health Centre

09/12/2025

As part of NHS Somerset’s work to improve health and care services across Somerset, they have teamed up with Healthwatch Somerset to launch a Somerset Health Data survey.

The Somerset Linked Data Platform is a secure system that will anonymously link health and social care data to support population health management. It will build a complete view of our communities’ health and wellbeing needs, and these insights will help prevent illness, tailor care, and predict health needs.

If you are a Somerset resident, they would love to hear your thoughts. Your feedback will help make sure this is done responsibly, securely, and in a way that works for everyone.

To take the survey, visit: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/SomersetHealthDataSurvey

02/12/2025

As the holiday season approaches, we know that for many people across Somerset, this time of year can bring significant mental health challenges, often intensified by stress, financial pressure, or feelings of loneliness.

To help our communities manage these pressures, Open Mental Health has put together an easily accessible resource: the Festive Wellbeing Kit.

The Kit is a collection of resources and helpful advice gathered from across the Open Mental Health alliance. It’s designed to offer practical, preventative steps you can take to keep yourself physically, financially, and mentally well over the holiday period, with a focus on things you can do right away to improve your mental wellbeing.

For more information, visit:

For some of us, the holiday season can be painful and overwhelming. Money worries, isolation, the anticipation of spending time with family, or the stress of preparing for all the festivities can be hard on our mental health.

03/10/2025

💉 Reminder: COVID & Flu Clinic Tomorrow! 💉

Our 1st vaccination clinic will be running tomorrow (Saturday 4th October). A few important notes for patients attending:

✅ Please wear short sleeves to make the process quicker and easier.
✅ We will only be able to vaccinate patients who have a booked appointment.

Thank you for your cooperation—we look forward to seeing you tomorrow and keeping our community healthy!

24/09/2025

An opportunity has arisen at Wells Health Centre for a Medical Receptionist to join our forward thinking and friendly team. The role is for 16 hours a week and the candidate will need to be able to work various shifts which may include some evening work.

For more information and to apply, please visit https://wellshealthcentre-somerset.nhs.uk/practice-information/practice-vacancies or call into reception.

15/09/2025

Looking after your blood pressure is a small step that makes a big difference to your health. High blood pressure doesn’t always show signs, but it can quietly increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney problems, memory loss, and more.

The best part? Checking it is quick, easy, and stress-free. Just pop into the surgery and use our health pod—no appointment needed! You’ll find it right by reception, ready whenever you are.

12/09/2025

Confident Dads Confident Children - free workshop

Young Somerset are providing a free 2-hour workshop for dads/step dads to learn about how to help their child deal with everyday challenges such as anxiety and low mood.

To sign up, email wellbeing@youngsomerset.org.uk

27/08/2025

📢 Flu & COVID Booster Vaccines at Wells Health Centre 📢
We’re pleased to let our patients know that this year, Wells Health Centre will be offering the COVID Booster vaccine alongside the flu vaccine at our flu clinics. 💉💉
🟢 All eligible patients will be contacted and invited to book their appointment.
You can choose to have:
✔ Just the flu vaccine
✔ Just the COVID booster
✔ Or both at the same time – it’s completely up to you!
💡 Already booked your flu appointment? You can still have the COVID booster too – just give us a call and we’ll update your booking.
Let’s keep our community protected this winter!
Thank you for supporting your local GP practice 💙
📞 Call us if you have any questions or need to make changes to your appointment.

22/08/2025

🎉 Many Congratulations to Wells Community Network! 🎉
We're thrilled to hear that Wells Community Network has been awarded a grant from the National Lottery's Reaching Communities programme! 🌟
Wells Health Centre would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to WCN for the incredible support and vital community services they provide to the people of Wells. Your dedication makes a real difference every day — and this recognition is so well deserved.
👏 Well done, WCN!

18/08/2025

While brighter weather is appreciated by some, it brings mental and physical health challenges all of its own. From concerns about clothing and body image to the dangers of dehydration, Stay Well for Summer offers practical advice and support from across the Open Mental Health (OMH) alliance.

With tools and resources for every aspect of mental health, you’ll discover support options for health and wellbeing, families and young people, dealing with the challenges of food and socialising, loneliness and more. Everything is supported by tips and guidance from OMH’s Expert by Experience Leaders.

Year-round support is available from Open Mental Health. Mindline Somerset offers a confidential listening service 24/7 on 01823 276892 or 0800 138 1692. Facing a crisis? Book a Crisis Safe Space appointment by calling the numbers above. Reach out - help is available.

13/08/2025

Results Day can be overwhelming for young people, whether it's excitement, uncertainty, or anxiety. Here are some organisations who can help support:

- Childline: Lots of advice online plus 24/7 support via phone (0800 1111) or 1-2-1 chat | childline.org.uk/info-advice/school-college-and-work/school-college/exam-results

- Kooth: Access to free support from other young people and professionals, all at their own pace | kooth.com/

- National Careers Service: Free advice on next steps after results, help with UCAS, apprenticeships, and alternative pathways - call 0800 100 900 or use webchat | nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/exam-results

- YoungMinds: Tips on looking after yourself on results day from young people who’ve been through it themselves | youngminds.org.uk/

07/08/2025

⭐ Habits for Health course in Wells ⭐
Become more confident in managing your health and wellbeing and making healthier lifestyle choices in our FREE six-week group course, led by a Health Connector and Healthy Lifestyles Co-ordinator.
📅 Wednesdays from 3rd September to 8th October
🕐 1.00pm-2.30pm
📍 , Wells
🎫 Free to attend
More information here 👉 westmendippcn.co.uk/clinics-and-services/habits-for-health
To book your FREE place contact us on 01458 553 025 or email somicb.westmendippcn@nhs.net

05/03/2025

We will be closed on Thursday 6th March between 1.00pm and 2.00pm due to an IT system upgrade. This will also affect the phone lines which will also re-open at 2:00pm. We apologise for any inconvenience.