Constable Country Medical Practice

Constable Country Medical Practice GP Surgery (East Bergholt & Capel St Mary)

07/01/2026

Colds are very common in babies and toddlers, and while they can be worrying, most get better on their own with simple care.

Keeping your child comfortable with fluids, rest and age-appropriate remedies can help ease symptoms, and knowing when to seek medical advice is important for peace of mind. Trusted guidance can help you support your child safely at home. πŸ‘ΆπŸ€§πŸ’™

NHS advice on colds and infections in young children: https://ow.ly/MPRB50XKcEK

Patient advice on coughs and colds in children: https://ow.ly/Pulp50XKcEO

Love Your Liver Month is a reminder to look after an organ that works hard for you every single day. Your liver fights i...
05/01/2026

Love Your Liver Month is a reminder to look after an organ that works hard for you every single day. Your liver fights infections, removes toxins, stores and produces energy and helps you heal.

Making small changes like reducing alcohol, eating well, staying active and knowing your risk factors can help protect your liver and support long-term health. There are simple tools and trusted advice available to help you take positive steps today. πŸ’šπŸŽβœ¨

Learn more about Love Your Liver Month: https://ow.ly/nT2550XJHJA

Check your risk with the liver screener: https://ow.ly/1cNi50XJHJH

Read advice on showing your liver some TLC: https://ow.ly/PTRe50XJHJO

Dry January is a great reset, but healthier drinking habits can last all year with the right support and mindset. Small ...
02/01/2026

Dry January is a great reset, but healthier drinking habits can last all year with the right support and mindset. Small changes like planning alcohol-free days, understanding your triggers, and finding alternatives can make a big difference to your wellbeing over time.

Help and guidance are available if you want to cut back, take a break, or rethink your relationship with alcohol. πŸ’ͺπŸƒβœ¨

For advice on habits that last for Dry January and beyond, go to: https://ow.ly/rK9k50XJzYq

For support on managing your drinking in the new year, go to: https://ow.ly/3eso50XJzYu

Need support? Visit the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/

🍷⏸️ Thinking about drinking less? Taking regular breaks from alcohol and even stopping for a period can lead to real ben...
31/12/2025

🍷⏸️ Thinking about drinking less? Taking regular breaks from alcohol and even stopping for a period can lead to real benefits.

πŸ‘‰ https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/should-you-take-regular-breaks-from-drinking-alcohol-throughout-the-year
πŸ‘‰ https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-stop-drinking
πŸ‘‰ https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/drink-less/

Even a few drink-free days each week can make a difference β€” better sleep, more energy, improved mood and long-term health gains. Make a plan, choose your days, and notice how your body thanks you. πŸ’ͺ

πŸ›‘οΈπŸ‘Ά Safeguarding children and adults is something we all need to be aware of. If you’re worried about someone’s safety, ...
29/12/2025

πŸ›‘οΈπŸ‘Ά Safeguarding children and adults is something we all need to be aware of. If you’re worried about someone’s safety, start with clear, trusted information:

πŸ‘‰ https://patient.info/features/mental-health/safeguarding-adults-leaflet/safeguarding-children
πŸ‘‰ https://www.childline.org.uk/

For young people, support is just a phone call away: free and confidential via Childline at 0800 1111. https://www.childline.org.uk/get-support/contacting-childline/

Together we can help keep everyone safe. 🀝

26/12/2025

πŸ“žπŸ’™ Not sure whether you need to see a doctor, visit A&E, or get advice at home? NHS 111 is here to help β€” 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. πŸ•’βœ¨

If it’s not an emergency but you need medical help or advice, you can:
πŸ‘‰ Call 111 to speak with a trained adviser πŸ—£οΈ
πŸ‘‰ Go online for quick guidance: https://111.nhs.uk/ πŸ’»

They can tell you what to do next, whether that’s self-care at home, a pharmacist visit, or an urgent appointment. Stay informed and confident about your care. πŸ’ͺ🌿

πŸ’š Support is always available – you are not alone πŸ’šThe festive season can be a difficult time for many people. Whether y...
24/12/2025

πŸ’š Support is always available – you are not alone πŸ’š

The festive season can be a difficult time for many people. Whether you’re struggling with your mental health, money worries, loneliness, bereavement or family challenges - there is help available 24/7.

Below are national helplines offering free, confidential advice and someone to talk to this winter ⬇️

Samaritans – 24/7 listening support
πŸ“ž 116 123 (free) | βœ‰οΈ jo@samaritans.org | 🌐 samaritans.org

Shout – 24/7 crisis text support
πŸ’¬ Text SHOUT to 85258 | 🌐 giveusashout.org

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) – su***de prevention and support
πŸ“ž 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight daily) | 🌐 thecalmzone.net

Combat Stress – support for veterans
πŸ“ž 0800 1381 619 (24/7) | 🌐 combatstress.org.uk

The Compassionate Friends – for bereaved families
πŸ“ž 0345 123 2304 (10am–4pm & 7–10pm daily) | 🌐 tcf.org.uk

Cruse Bereavement Support – help after a loss
πŸ“ž 0808 808 1677 | 🌐 cruse.org.uk

Survivors of Bereavement by Su***de (SOBS)
πŸ“ž 0300 111 5065 | βœ‰οΈ support@uksobs.org | 🌐 uk-sobs.org.uk

Age UK (England)
πŸ“ž 0800 678 1602 (8am–7pm daily) | 🌐 ageuk.org.uk

The Silver Line – for anyone aged 55+
πŸ“ž 0800 4 70 80 90 (24/7) | 🌐 thesilverline.org.uk

Beat Eating Disorders

πŸ“ž 0808 801 0677 (England) | πŸ“ž 0808 801 0433 (Wales)
πŸ•’ Mon–Fri, 3pm–8pm | 🌐 beateatingdisorders.org.uk

National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)
πŸ“ž 0808 2000 247 (24/7) | 🌐 nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Men’s Advice Line
πŸ“ž 0808 801 0327 (Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm) | 🌐 mensadviceline.org.uk

LGBT Foundation
πŸ“ž 0345 3 30 30 30 | 🌐 lgbt.foundation
πŸ•’ 10am–10pm, every day

The Trussell Trust (Foodbanks)
πŸ“ž 0808 208 2138 | 🌐 trusselltrust.org

NHS 111 (England) – urgent mental health or medical advice
πŸ“ž 111 | Text relay: 18001 111 | 🌐 111.nhs.uk

Please share this post to help others find the right support this winter.

πŸ’š No one should face things alone β€” help is just a call or message away.

Our online non-urgent medical and admin request system (known also as AccuRX triage and formerly e-consult) is taking a ...
23/12/2025

Our online non-urgent medical and admin request system (known also as AccuRX triage and formerly e-consult) is taking a festive break.

From 6.30pm on Monday, December 22 to 6.30am on Monday, December 29 this will be switched off to enable our clinical staff to ensure they are fully up-to-date with all requests before Christmas.

Please call our Reception Team on 01206 298272 for any on-the-day medical needs, or our ladies can offer evening and weekend appointments at GP+, where appropriate. For out-of-hours needs, please use the NHS website or call 111 for advice, where you may be offered an appointment with a GP.

Please bear with our staff during this busy period, they will do their utmost to help all our patients.

Pharmacy opening times - Christmas and New year! πŸŽ„πŸ₯‚πŸŽ‰Please see the images below to find out the opening times for pharma...
22/12/2025

Pharmacy opening times - Christmas and New year! πŸŽ„πŸ₯‚πŸŽ‰

Please see the images below to find out the opening times for pharmacies over the Christmas and New Year period.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all! 🌟✨πŸ₯³

Pharmacies open over the festive season πŸŽ„πŸŒŸ
22/12/2025

Pharmacies open over the festive season πŸŽ„πŸŒŸ

πŸ’ŠβŒ›οΈ Run out of your regular prescription and can’t get to your GP? Don’t worry β€” help is at hand! πŸ™ŒYou can request an em...
22/12/2025

πŸ’ŠβŒ›οΈ Run out of your regular prescription and can’t get to your GP? Don’t worry β€” help is at hand! πŸ™Œ

You can request an emergency supply of your usual medication through the NHS 111 online service. It’s quick, secure and available when you need it most. πŸŒπŸ’™

πŸ‘‰ https://111.nhs.uk/emergency-prescription

This service is ideal if you’ve completely run out of a regular medicine and can’t wait for a routine prescription. Always double-check with your pharmacist if you’re unsure. 🩺✨

19/12/2025

🀧🦠 Cold or flu - knowing the difference might not seem urgent, but it can help you act right. A cold often develops slowly and stays mostly around your nose and throat, while the flu tends to hit fast, affects your whole body and leaves you feeling really unwell.

πŸ‘‰ Check what to expect and when to seek help:
https://patient.info/features/infections/difference-between-cold-and-flu
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/common-cold/

Rest well, keep hydrated and if things feel worse than β€œjust a cold”, don’t hesitate to seek advice.

Address

Heath Road
East Bergholt
CO76RT

Opening Hours

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

Website

https://www.constablecountrymedicalpractice.co.uk/

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