Ringmead Medical Group

Ringmead Medical Group Providing medical services from five locations across Bracknell, Crowthorne & Sandhurst Doctor

🔓 Your records, your control.People have viewed their health records 244 million times through the NHS App.https://www.n...
16/11/2025

🔓 Your records, your control.

People have viewed their health records 244 million times through the NHS App.

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might me...
14/11/2025

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might mean a lot.
Here’s what to keep in mind:

• 👪 Family history matters – If a parent, sibling or relative has diabetes, your own risk goes up.
• 🍔 Lifestyle factors count – Being overweight, inactive or having higher waist size can all raise risk.
• 🚩 Symptoms might be subtle – Increased thirst, tiredness or needing to wee more may be signs.
• 📊 Want to know your risk? Try this tool: https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start
• 📖 More reading on what to expect and why this matters: https://patient.info/diabetes/diabetes-mellitus-leaflet

It doesn’t mean diabetes is inevitable - taking action now could make a real difference. 💪

12/11/2025

🥂✨ Not drinking? That’s a valid choice - and one worth celebrating.

is about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable with their own decisions, whether they drink or not.
Some people are cutting back for health, others are taking a break, and some simply don’t enjoy it - and that’s okay 💬🧃

👂 How can we be more supportive?
✔️ Respect someone’s choice without questioning it
✔️ Offer non-alcoholic options
✔️ Keep social events welcoming for everyone

Learn more from:
👉 https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/stopsobershaming
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-doesnt-drink-alcohol
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/is-sobriety-becoming-trendy

Let’s help make every setting inclusive, whatever’s in your glass 💚

10/11/2025

💙 It’s Anti‑Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good! Time to stand up, speak out, and build kinder communities 🌟

Bullying can happen anywhere: in schools, workplaces, online, even in organisations up and down the ladder. It affects everyone.

Here’s how we can make a difference together:
👫 Be an ally, not a bystander - if you see something, say something
🏫 In schools: encourage safe spaces, peer support, and open dialogue
💼 In workplaces & organisations: promote respect, zero tolerance, and clear reporting structures
🗣️ Share stories, challenge harmful behaviour, and support those who feel alone

Learn more and access resources:
👉 https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/
👉 https://www.acas.org.uk/discrimination-and-bullying

Let’s work together for environments where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued 💪

📲 Found in 33.6 million pockets across England!Join the millions using the NHS App for easier access to care.https://www...
09/11/2025

📲 Found in 33.6 million pockets across England!

Join the millions using the NHS App for easier access to care.

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

08/11/2025

💊 What is Pharmacy First?
Pharmacy First is an NHS service whose aim is to make it easier for you to get help for certain minor illnesses without always needing to see a GP.

It lets pharmacists:
Provide advice and safe treatment for specific common conditions
Supply certain prescription medicines under clinical guidelines (if appropriate) without a GP appointment
Help you with urgent repeat medicine supply under defined routes

✅ Conditions covered
Pharmacy First includes clinical pathways for these seven common illness types:
Sinusitis
Sore throat
Acute otitis media (earache)
Infected insect bites & stings
Impetigo (skin infection)
Shingles
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (in women)

There are age or other eligibility rules for some conditions (for example, earache only for children aged 1‑17 years in some services).

🛠 How to access Pharmacy First
There are a few ways to use the service:
Walk into a participating community pharmacy and ask if they offer Pharmacy First. No GP appointment necessary.

Be referred via NHS 111, your GP, or urgent/emergency care services.
Community Pharmacy England

Some pharmacies allow you to book an appointment for a consultation.

During the consultation, the pharmacist will:
Ask about your symptoms and medical history
Check for any allergies or other medicines you’re taking
Decide whether treatment in pharmacy is appropriate or if you need referral elsewhere

⚠ Important things to know
If the pharmacist judges that the condition is not suitable for Pharmacy First, or that your symptoms are more complex, they will refer you back to a GP or other service.

Prescription charges apply if you are not exempt.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or immunocompromised, it is still possible to access Pharmacy First, but whether the pharmacist can safely treat you depends on your specific condition and medical history.

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, co...
07/11/2025

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, coughs, and family cancer history.

A persistent cough might be dismissed as a cold or heart issue — but sometimes, it’s more than that. If it lingers, gets worse, or you have other symptoms, get it checked.

Key point: family history of cancer doesn’t only mean the same cancer you have. When your doctor asks, they mean any cancer your relatives have had. This information can help assess your risk and guide decisions.

📚 Learn more about cancer risk and genetics:
👉 https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/worried-about-cancer/causes-and-risk-factors/family-history-genetics-and-cancer-risk
👉 https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/inherited-cancer-genes-and-increased-cancer-risk/family-history-and-inherited-cancer-genes

Stay alert to changes, know your family history, and speak up for your lung health 💨

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.Here...
05/11/2025

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.

Here’s what you might experience:
✔️ Physical: headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues, chest‑racing heartbeats
✔️ Mental: trouble concentrating, making decisions, constant worrying
✔️ Behavioural: irritability, sleep too much or too little, eating changes, pulling away from others

When stress becomes long‑term, it can lead to burnout — extreme exhaustion, cynicism, reduced performance.

You don’t have to cope with it alone.

👉 Learn more and find help:
https://ow.ly/yBpX50XmxC0
https://ow.ly/raH850XmxCk
https://ow.ly/UL4250XmxBT

Take a pause. Talk it out. You matter. 💚

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig...
03/11/2025

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig into all the good food, here’s what to watch out for:

🍗 Food Safety / Food Poisoning
• Don’t let food sit out too long - especially meats or salads
• Keep raw and cooked foods separate
• Store leftovers promptly at safe temperatures

🔥 Fire & Fireworks Safety
• Always follow firework instructions carefully
• Keep a safe distance
• Never relight a dud firework
• Always supervise children
• Have a bucket of water or hose nearby in case of fire
👉 Safety info:
https://ow.ly/b3YI50XjLhX
https://bonfire-night-safety.co.uk
https://www.firstaid.co.uk/fireworks-safety--first-aid/

🚑 First Aid for Firework Injuries
• Minor burns: cool under running water for 10+ minutes
• Seek medical help for deeper burns, wounds, or if you see smoke inhalation symptoms
• Use sterile dressings, don’t apply creams or adhesives until checked

Have a safe and happy Bonfire Night! 🎆

📮 Still waiting for test results in the post?📱 Get them faster and securely through the NHS App.https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-a...
02/11/2025

📮 Still waiting for test results in the post?

📱 Get them faster and securely through the NHS App.

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

01/11/2025

If you have a new ache, pain, or injury, you might not need to see your GP.

Our First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) can help with:

✅ Back, neck, or shoulder pain
✅ Joint issues (e.g., knees, hips, elbows)
✅ Sprains, strains, and sports injuries
✅ Advice on exercises, recovery, and pain relief
✅ Referrals for scans, specialist input, or treatment plans

🎯 They are experts in movement and musculoskeletal health, meaning they can assess, diagnose, and help you manage your condition quickly and effectively.

📅 Book directly with them through reception — no GP appointment needed first!

💡 Getting the Right Care, First Time means faster relief and a healthier you.

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your...
31/10/2025

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your sugar intake in check 👻🍬

How to carve a pumpkin safely:
🛠️ Use a clean, dry, well-lit area with a sturdy surface.
🧼 Wash and thoroughly dry your hands and tools to avoid slips.
🛡️ Use a proper pumpkin carving kit (small serrated saws) instead of large kitchen knives.
🔄 Always cut away from your body and use small, controlled motions.
👨‍👩‍👧 Leave the carving to adults; kids can draw the design or scoop out pulp.
⚠️ If you get cut and heavy bleeding continues for more than 15 minutes, seek medical care.

Too many sweets can impact your health in more ways than one.
Read how sugar affects your body and tips for moderating consumption:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-types/how-does-sugar-in-our-diet-affect-our-health/

Balance is everything - carve safely, enjoy treats mindfully, and take care.

Address

Birch Hill Medical Centre & Great Hollands Health Centre
Bracknell
RG127WW

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+443333320008

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