Litchdon Medical Centre

21/11/2025

Temperatures are dropping across the country this week.

Cold weather can have a serious impact on health, particularly in older people and those with pre-existing health conditions.

Find out how you can stay well this winter ➡️ http://nhs.uk/staywell

21/11/2025

21/11/2025

🌈 NHS Screening Information for Transgender, Non-Binary and Gender-Diverse People

We want to ensure that all our patients receive the screening that’s right for them. To support our transgender and LGBTIQ+ community, we are sharing these online resources that provide clear information on screening for people who are transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse.

This includes information on:
• Cervical screening
• Breast/chest screening
• Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening
• Bowel screening

ℹ️ NHS Information:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nhs-population-screening-information-for-transgender-people/nhs-population-screening-information-for-trans-people

🏳️‍🌈 OUTpatients (the UK’s LGBTIQ+ Cancer Charity):
https://outpatients.org.uk/tnbgd-screening/

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21/11/2025

As we move into winter, it's important to remember there are plenty of health options available to help you stay well.

💊 Pharmacies can help with advice and treatment for things like sore throats and rashes.
💻 If you’re unsure, NHS 111 online can guide you to the right care ▶️ https://111.nhs.uk/
🚑 Reserve 999 for life-threatening emergencies only.

20/11/2025

The Penguin Sports Foundation are a hardy bunch! Today and every Thursday - whatever the weather Mother Nature throws at them - you'll find them on the track at North Devon Athletics Club enjoying the thrill of Frame Running.

Why not come along and join in? The friendly Frame Running Club meets every Thursday, 5 - 6.30pm at North Devon Athletics Club, Wrafton Road, Braunton EX33 2BT. Fee £6 per session.

For more info: ▶️ https://thepenguinsportsfoundation.co.uk/what-we-do/framerunning-club

20/11/2025

*** JOB VACANCY ***

We are looking for an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join our Clinical Pharmacy Team working for the Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network.

Closing date 10th December.

For full information or to apply please visit ⬇
https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A3178-25-0007

19/11/2025

For the Barnstaple Christmas light switch-on on Thursday November 27, there will be free parking available from 4pm in the Barnstaple Central, Cattle Market, North Walk, and Tuly Street car parks for the event and late-night shopping. The Strand will be closed all day, and The Square will be closed from 4:30pm to 9pm. 🎄🎅

17/11/2025

We are excited to invite you to a In Person Disability Friendship Groups - A safe, welcoming spaces for adults with disabilities, carers, and supporters to come together, connect and share friendly conversations in the community.

What to Expect:
🤝 Friendly chats
💬 Peer support & connection
🌍 A safe, inclusive space for all
👩‍💼 Sessions are facilitated by Nicki Palmer, Disability Consultant.

Barnstaple Sessions
📍Roundswell Community Centre
🕤 9:30 – 11:00 AM
📅 4th Monday of each month
👉 Upcoming dates: 24 Nov · 22 Dec · 26 Jan · 23 Feb · 23 Mar · 27 Apr · 29 June · 27 July · 24 Aug

17/11/2025

🛑 Barnstaple Christmas Light Switch-On - Road & Parking Info

Thursday 27th November:
✨The Strand: Closed all day
✨The Square: Closed 4:30 - 9 PM
✨Free parking from 4 PM for late-night shopping

Plan your journey and arrive early to enjoy all the festive activities! 🎄✨

16/11/2025

Barnstaple Nourished drop-in Monday book here https://Barnstaple_nourished.eventbrite.co.uk
💜 From pregnancy until 5 years
💜 No need to have a problem
💜 Skilled support available if needed
💜 Breastfeeding, bottle feeding, combi feeding
💜 Starting solids & fussy toddlers/eaters
💜 Free refreshments
💜 Stay & play
💜 Meet others
💜 Relaxed & friendly

15/11/2025

Barnstaple Library on the first and third Fridays of the month from 10.30-12.30.

15/11/2025

👥 ☕️🍰 Patient Participation Group meeting - next joint practices PPG will be held at St Peter's Church Hall, Church Hill, Fremington EX31 3BL on 25 November @ 2.30pm - 4.30pm.

Doors open 2.15pm Refreshments provided. Parking between church hall and church, but also elsewhere in the village; wheelchair access, and served by buses 21 and 21a.

This is a great opportunity for patients to hear updates on what is happening in healthcare in Northern Devon, your GP Practice (Litchdon, Brannam, Fremington & Queens) and share ideas on how services might be improved.
Alan Bond, Deputy Nurse Manager at Litchdon with a special interest in respiratory issues and diabetes is our guest speaker and will talk about prevention, treatment, medication and tests for respiratory problems, with plenty of time for questions.

All registered patients are welcome. Please come along and get involved.