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Irwell Medical Practice aims to offer high quality healthcare to it's patients. We strive to be the very best that we can be at all times.

02/12/2025

🌿 Grief Awareness week 🌿

Grief affects everyone differently — there’s no right or wrong way to feel after losing someone important.

Whether you’re experiencing sadness, anger, confusion, or numbness, your feelings are valid.

If you or someone you know is struggling with bereavement, support is available.

The NHS offers clear guidance on understanding grief, coping with loss, and finding help when you need it most.

👉 Learn more on the NHS website:

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAObd1hjbGNrA5t3VWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHghlR-FVZI4yEFXsu5Y1gXrjJ9NnumIUSLGIYHM1TApJmkdF_JyLQfcrkE-R_aem_MvyljrEQtlqZWiDiUnpYMg

💛 You are not alone, and support is always within reach.

02/12/2025

❄️ Stay Safe This Winter ❄️

Get free winter weather alerts from the UKHSA & Met Office to help you prepare for snow, ice, storms and severe cold. Alerts run from 1 November to 31 March and keep you informed about risks in your area.

The system uses four colours:
🟩 Green – No concerns
🟨 Yellow – Be aware
🟧 Amber – Be prepared
🟥 Red – Take action

How to sign up:
1️⃣ Visit the Met Office email alerts page
2️⃣ Choose your region
3️⃣ Enter your email – it’s free and quick

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=mRRO7jVKLkutR188-d6GZn06Ss-xPLpCuYeyOZ-eFiFUMEVIMDRTOE5FVzFFM0NXNjFMWUlWMkJVMCQlQCN0PWcu

Stay informed, stay safe, and be winter ready! ❄️💙

02/12/2025

🎅❄️ Free Family Christmas Event! ❄️🎅

Join us for a magical festive day out and pick up your FREE festive bag, then visit participating shops to collect Christmas treats and gifts as you explore the town! 🎁✨

📅 Saturday 7th December 2025
⏰ 11am – 2pm
📍 Haslingden Market, Blackburn Road, BB4 5QA

Please like & share to spread the festive cheer! 💚🎉

02/12/2025

🔥 Anger Awareness Week – 1st to 7th December 2025 🔥

Anger is a natural emotion that everyone experiences — but when it’s not managed in a healthy way, it can impact our wellbeing, relationships, and everyday life.

This week is all about raising awareness of anger, understanding its causes, and learning positive ways to manage it.

💬 Why it matters:

The build-up to the festive season can be stressful, and emotions often run high.

Bottling up anger or ignoring it can lead to conflict, frustration, and regret.

Managing anger doesn’t mean hiding it — it’s about understanding what triggers it and responding calmly and constructively.

🌿 Tips for managing anger:

Take a deep breath and pause before reacting.

Try to express how you feel using “I” statements — for example, “I feel upset because…”

Take time to cool off — go for a walk, listen to music, or write down your thoughts.

Talk to someone you trust or seek support if anger is becoming difficult to manage.

Let’s use Anger Awareness Week to open up conversations, reflect on our emotions, and learn healthier ways to deal with life’s frustrations. When we understand our anger, we can turn it into a force for positive change. 💛

01/12/2025

📚 FREE English Classes – Everyone Welcome! 🌍

Looking to improve your English in a friendly, supportive environment? Join our free English classes – open to everyone!

🗓 Every Thursday
⏰ 10:30am
📍 Rawtenstall Family Hub & The Zone

👉 Registration is required – simply scan the QR code to secure your place.

Come along, meet new people, build your confidence and develop your English skills in a relaxed setting. We’d love to see you there! 😊

01/12/2025

💻💙 Join Our NHS App Drop-In Sessions – December 2025 💙💻

Do you need a little help using the NHS App or learning how to contact us online?
We’re here to help! 🙌

Throughout December, we’re running friendly drop-in sessions to support our patients with getting online. Whether you’d like to learn how to:

✔️ Access your NHS App
✔️ Contact us digitally
✔️ Manage appointments or prescriptions

…our team will guide you through it step by step.

📱 Please bring along the device you normally use (phone, tablet, or laptop), and make sure it’s charged — or bring your charger with you.

🗓️ Session Dates:

🟢Thursday 4th December – 10:00am–11:00am

🟢Tuesday 9th December – 9:30am–10:30am

🟢Thursday 11th December – 10:00am–11:00am

🟢Tuesday 16th December – 10:30am–11:30am

🟢Thursday 18th December – 9:30am–10:30am

🟢Tuesday 23rd December – 10:00am–11:00am

🟢Tuesday 30th December – 10:30am–11:30am

Our friendly NHS App Ambassadors will be there to answer any questions and make sure you feel confident using the app and contacting us online. 🌟

Future dates will also be added and advertised

01/12/2025

❤️🌍 World AIDS Day – 1st December 2025 🌍❤️

Today, we come together to show support for people living with HIV, to remember those we’ve lost, and to raise awareness about the ongoing fight against HIV and AIDS.

Since the first World AIDS Day in 1988, huge progress has been made — but the work isn’t over. Millions of people worldwide still live with HIV, and too many continue to face inequality.

💪 This year’s World AIDS Day theme (2025) focuses on unity, equality, and action — reminding us that everyone deserves access to testing, treatment, and care, no matter who they are or where they live.

💉 Did you know?

• With effective treatment, people living with HIV can live long, healthy lives.
• When on successful treatment, HIV can become undetectable — meaning it cannot be passed on
• Regular testing and open conversations help end stigma and save lives.

🌈 How you can get involved today:

❤️ Wear a red ribbon to show your support and spark conversations.
🩸 Get tested — knowing your status is powerful and helps protect yourself and others.
💬 Challenge myths and stigma — share the facts and support those affected.
🤝 Donate or volunteer with organisations supporting HIV prevention and care.

Together, we can build a future where there’s zero discrimination, zero stigma, and zero new HIV infections.

For more information, resources, and ways to get involved, visit 👉
🔗 https://www.unaids.org/en/2025-world-aids-day

01/12/2025

🌈 Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week • 1st–7th December 2025 💜

This week, we come together to shine a light on Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis—two forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) that affect millions of people worldwide. These conditions are often invisible, unpredictable, and deeply life-impacting, yet too often misunderstood.

✨ IBD is more than “just a stomach issue.”
It can bring chronic pain, fatigue, sudden flare-ups, nutritional challenges, and emotional strain. Many people living with Crohn’s or Colitis face daily battles while appearing completely “fine” on the outside.

💪 To everyone living with IBD:
Your strength, resilience, and courage do not go unnoticed. Whether you're managing flares, navigating treatments, juggling appointments, or simply getting through the day—your efforts matter. You are not alone, and your voice deserves to be heard.

🤝 How we can all help:

• Learn about Crohn’s & Colitis and challenge the stigma
• Be patient and supportive toward those living with invisible illnesses
• Check in on friends or family who may be struggling silently
• Share posts to help raise awareness
• Support charities and research organisations working toward better treatments and, hopefully, a cure

💜 Let’s make this week about understanding, compassion, and visibility. Small acts of awareness create a big impact.

More support and information can be found on the website below:
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/our-work/campaigns/crohns-and-colitis-awareness-week

28/11/2025

Junior Park Run – Stubbylee Park, Bacup

This is a free weekly running event designed specifically for children. It’s held at Stubbylee Park in Bacup, and the aim is to encourage young people to enjoy physical activity in a friendly, relaxed environment.

What the session involves:

🟢The run is 2 kilometres long, which is a manageable distance for children and suitable for all fitness levels.

🟢It’s completely free to take part.

🟢All abilities are welcome – children can run, jog, or even walk the course if they prefer. It’s all about having fun and being active rather than competing.

When it takes place:

🔴The event is held every Sunday morning at 9am.

🔴Families usually arrive a little earlier to warm up and get ready.

Who it’s for:

🔵The session is designed for children aged 4 to 14 years old.

🔵Younger children can take part as long as they are able to complete the route safely.

🔵Parents and carers can accompany their children around the course if needed.

Why it’s beneficial:

👉Encourages regular exercise in a fun, supportive setting.

👉Builds confidence and a sense of achievement.

👉Helps develop healthy habits from an early age.

👉Offers a great opportunity for families to get active together and be part of a local community event.

28/11/2025

💙 A Huge Thank You to Rossendale Community First Responders 💙

We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Rossendale Community First Responders for delivering such an incredible ‘No Fear’ session on Wednesday 26th November, helping to educate our community with the confidence and skills to perform CPR without fear and understand the correct use of the defibrillator.

It was truly inspiring to see so many people come together to learn skills that could one day save a life. Thank you to everyone who attended and took part so enthusiastically – your commitment to keeping our community safe is amazing.

A special thank you also goes to our wonderful PPG members for organising and attending the session, and to Margaret for all her hard work as always – not to mention her absolutely delicious homemade mince pies which were enjoyed by all! 🥧

We are so grateful to everyone involved for making it such a positive and empowering experience.

Thank you all once again! 👏💙

28/11/2025

👨🏻‍🦰 MOVEMBER! 👨🏽‍🦱
💙 The month where moustaches mean more! 💙

Every November, people across the world grow a moustache for Movember — not just for fun, but to spark important conversations and raise awareness about men’s health.

Movember is all about:

🧔 Men’s mental health – encouraging open conversations and breaking the stigma
💜 Prostate cancer awareness – knowing the symptoms and getting checked early
💪 Testicular cancer awareness – encouraging regular self-checks
🤝 Su***de prevention – reminding everyone it’s okay to ask for help

Whether you can grow a ‘tache or not, there are lots of ways to get involved:

✨ Grow a moustache and wear it proudly all month long!
🚶 Take part in the Move for Movember challenge – run or walk 60km during the month (for the 60 men lost to su***de every hour worldwide 💔)
💬 Start a conversation with a friend who might be struggling
💰 Donate or fundraise to support men’s health projects

This Movember, let’s stand together to help change the face of men’s health.
Because sometimes, a conversation — or a moustache — can save a life. 💙

28/11/2025

💙💻 Join Our NHS App Drop-In Sessions – November 2025 💻💙

Need help using the NHS App or learning how to contact us online? We’re here to make it easier! 🌟

Throughout November, we’re hosting friendly drop-in sessions to guide patients step-by-step on how to:

✔️ Access and use the NHS App
✔️ Contact us online safely and easily
✔️ Manage appointments and prescriptions digitally

📱 Please bring the device you normally use (phone, tablet, or laptop) and make sure it’s charged — or bring your charger along.

🗓️ Session Dates:

🟢Thursday 6th November – 10:00am–12:00pm

🟢Tuesday 11th November – 10:30am–11:30am

🟢Friday 14th November – 9:30am–10:30am

🟢Tuesday 25th November – 10:00am–11:00am

🟢Friday 28th November – 9:30am–10:30am

Our NHS App Ambassadors will be there to offer one-to-one support and answer any questions. Whether you’re completely new to the app or just need a refresher, we’ll help you feel confident using it. 💬

Future dates will be added and shared soon — so keep an eye out for more sessions!

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Irwell Mill, Rochdale Road
Bacup
OL139NR

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Monday	8am - 6:30pm
	8:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8am - 6:30pm
Friday	8am - 6:30pm

Website

http://www.irwellmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/

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