Windermere and Bowness Medical Practice

19/03/2026

📢 Don’t Ignore the Signs of Meningitis & Septicaemia

Meningitis and septicaemia can develop quickly and can be life‑threatening. It’s so important to know the warning signs and act fast.

Some symptoms to look out for include:
• Severe headache
• Stiff neck
• Dislike of bright lights
• High temperature
• Vomiting or diarrhoea
• Rash that doesn’t fade under pressure
• Cold hands and feet
• Confusion, irritability, or drowsiness
• Rapid breathing
• Joint or muscle pain

These conditions can worsen in hours. If you’re worried about yourself or someone else, please seek medical help immediately.

📞 Call NHS 111 for urgent advice.

You can also learn more about symptoms on the NHS website. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Stay aware, stay safe, and look out for one another across Cumbria.

UK Health Security Agency NHS North Cumbria Integrated Care

09/03/2026

🌟 Patient Experience Update – February 🌟

A huge thank you to all our patients who took the time to complete our feedback survey after your appointments this February! Your thoughts and experiences are invaluable to us.

Every comment helps us understand what we’re doing well and where we can improve, so we can continue providing the best care possible. Thanks to your feedback, we’re always learning and growing and working towards earning your trust every single day.

06/03/2026

💉 Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to prevent serious disease.

If you are unsure whether your child needs a vaccine, please get in touch with the surgery.

04/03/2026

03/03/2026

💬 Have questions about vaccines?

Our healthcare team is available to provide trusted medical advice and support.
Please contact the surgery if you would like to talk things through.

02/03/2026

It’s that time of the month again!

Michelle will be filling in for Verity this time and will be at Windermere and Bowness Medical Practice tomorrow - Tuesday 3rd March - between 9am to midday, for our monthly drop-in (first Tuesday of every month).

Our service supports people across the whole of South Cumbria and we’re keen to be more accessible in local communities.

If you have a physical or mental health condition and are struggling at work or returning to work or getting work, come along for an informal chat about how we can help.

Please note, you don't have to be a patient at the medical practice to drop-in.

No appointment needed — come along to say hello and ask questions 💬

27/02/2026

🩺 If you have high cholesterol, starting statins can help lower your risk of heart disease and protect your heart.

Speak to your pharmacist today to find out if statins are right for you.

26/02/2026

🩺 If you have diabetes, managing it well is key to staying healthy.

Regular check-ups and monitoring can prevent complications and keep you feeling your best.

Contact your GP or diabetes care team today to plan your next steps.

25/02/2026

🩺 Our GP practice offers routine vaccinations for children to keep them healthy and protected.

If you have any questions or would like advice, please contact the surgery.

24/02/2026

🌸 Cervical screening checks for changes before they become serious.

If it’s your turn, book today, it only takes a few minutes!

23/02/2026

💙 Keeping your children and yourself up to date with vaccinations helps protect your family and our community.

If you’re unsure about anyone’s vaccination status, please contact the surgery.

20/02/2026

📅 If you think your child may be due a vaccination, now is a good time to check.

Please contact the surgery and a member of our team will be happy to help.