Bacon Lane Surgery

02/02/2026

Turning on NHS App notifications is a simple way to help the NHS save money while staying informed about your healthcare. 💙

Notifications can remind you about appointments, test results, prescriptions and important updates, helping reduce missed appointments and unnecessary letters or texts.

Using the NHS App makes it easier to manage your health in one place, saves time for NHS services and helps resources be used where they are needed most. Making this small change can have a big impact for you and the NHS. 📱

Learn how to manage NHS App notifications: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/nhs-app-help-and-support/nhs-app-account-and-settings/managing-nhs-app-notifications/

29/01/2026

We are always looking for ways to improve the care and service we provide and your opinion truly matters.

Please take a few minutes to complete our PCN patient survey. Your feedback helps us understand what we are doing well and where we can make improvements to better support you and your family.

The survey is quick, confidential and easy to complete. Thank you

29/01/2026

Celebrating 75 years of care, commitment & community. We are honoured to celebrate our 75 year anniversary.

Our success is built on more than teamwork- its founded on shared values, collaboration and an unwavering commitment on putting our patients first. 🩺💙

As we look to the future, we are exited to continue growing, expanding our services and striving to make meaningful improvements for our community.

This milestone marks not just a celebration of the past, but the beginning of an exiting new chapter. There is so much more to come and we look forward to continuing this journey together. ✨️

22/01/2026

22/01/2026

17/01/2026

Did you know, your liver performs over 500 jobs to keep you alive? So, it’s important to show it some love! When it’s damaged, the liver can repair itself, but only up to a point. Sadly, people with liver disease often don’t have any symptoms until the disease has progressed and it’s far too late for treatment. So, look after your liver with these top tips:

• Focus on a balanced diet
• Stay hydrated
• Minimise alcohol
• Take the correct dosage of medications
• Ensure safe hygiene to reduce the risk of hepatitis
https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/information-and-support/love-your-liver/

13/01/2026

Living well is about taking care of your health in ways that fit into everyday life, and trusted NHS advice can support you at every step. 💙✨

Whether you want to eat a more balanced diet, reach or maintain a healthy weight, move your body more, improve your sleep, quit smoking or cut down on alcohol, there is practical guidance to help you make lasting changes.

Support is also available for addiction and sexual health, helping you look after both your physical and mental wellbeing. Making small, positive changes today can lead to a healthier, happier future. 🌱💪

Explore NHS Live Well advice on healthy eating, exercise, sleep, addiction and sexual health: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/

03/01/2026

Christmas knocked your routine off track? Check in with the NHS Healthy Choices Quiz.

The quiz asks a few quick questions about your lifestyle and gives you a score out of 10, plus a clear summary of how you’re doing.

You’ll also get personalised NHS apps and advice to help you make small, realistic changes – when you’re ready.

Take the quiz now: www.nhs.uk/better-health/healthy-choices-quiz/

31/12/2025

We would like to wish all of our patients a very Happy New Year 🥳🎆🎊

Stay safe this evening if you are celebrating the New Year. If you do need medical help, use 111 online or by phone - or for a serious or life-threatening emergency, call 999.

Pharmacies are open today, but may have different opening hours on New Year’s Day.
To find an open pharmacy near you visit: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

03/12/2025

❄️ Winter Pressures: A Reminder to Be Kind 💙

As we enter one of the busiest periods of the year, our whole team is working exceptionally hard to support patients through winter illnesses, seasonal viruses, and high demand across the NHS.

We fully understand that delays and limited appointment availability can be frustrating — especially when you or your family are unwell. However, in recent weeks we’ve seen a rise in rude, aggressive, and unkind behaviour towards both our reception staff and clinicians.

👉 Our reception team and clinical staff are here to help you.
👉 They follow essential processes to ensure you get the safest, most appropriate care.
👉 They do not deserve to face disrespect, raised voices, or aggression.

Verbal abuse towards any member of our team will not be tolerated.

A small act of patience or kindness can make a huge difference — especially during the winter months when the entire NHS is under immense pressure.

Thank you for treating our team with the respect they deserve so we can continue providing the best care possible.

19/11/2025

Feeling the chill this winter? Keeping warm is essential for your well-being and health. Here are a few tips on warming up when it’s cold outside:

• Reduce draughts where you can
• Layer up – wear lots of layers of thinner clothing
• Cover extremities – hats, gloves, thick socks and scarves
• Eat healthily with plenty of hot drinks
• Avoid alcohol
• Keep moving

Keeping the cold at bay can help you to stay healthy over these wintry months.
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/informatio...keep-well-this-winter/stay-healthy-in-winter/