Frome Medical Practice

12/12/2025

If you're thinking about requesting an appointment at the practice for any of the following health issues please think 'pharmacy first'.

There are many common health conditions a local community pharmacist can provide treatment and some prescription medicines for if needed, without you needing to see a GP.

Earache (Patients aged 1 to 17 years)
Impetigo (Patients aged 1 year and over)
Infected insect bites (Patients aged 1 year and over)
Shingles (Patients aged 18 years and over)
Sinusitis (Patients aged 12 years and over)
Sore throat (Patients aged 5 years and over)
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (Women aged between 16 - 64 years)
Colds, flu and other infections, such as cough, congestion, fevers and / or temperature
Ear care, such as ear wax
Eye care, such as conjunctivitis, styes
Hay fever, which is not controlled by standard over-the-counter treatments
Rashes
Skin problems, such as, athlete’s foot, cold sores, or mild eczema or psoriasis
Stomach aches, such as constipation, diarrhoea, or indigestion
Aches and pains, such as back pain, headache and period pain
Accidents, such as sprains, minor cuts, and grazes

12/12/2025

❗Flu Vaccination Information ❗

You may have seen on the news that cases of flu are continuing to rise across the country, including locally.

If you're eligible for a flu vaccination it's not too late to book an appointment with us. You can either use our online appointment request form or call the practice on 01373 301301 to book your appointment. See below to check if you're eligible.

if you missed your child's flu vaccination, there's a catch up walk in clinic for children from Reception Year to Year 11 at Frome Community Hospital on Wednesday 17th December from 2pm to 5pm. No appointment needed.

Flu vaccination information for adults: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine/ (includes links to information about children's flu vaccinations)

11/12/2025

🎅 It's Christmas Jumper Day!

We love seeing the staff in their festive outfits and hope patients do to. We use Christmas Jumper Day as a day to give back to our current charity of the year and this year we asked the team to bring in donations for the Fair Frome food bank and we are very grateful to everyone who was able to do this.

We have a collection point for Fair Frome in our main reception area. If you ever want to drop off a donation they would be very welcome. These are the items Fair Frome currently need:

🎄Christmas Items 🎄
Chocolates
Christmas pudding / cake
Sweets
Crisps
Biscuits-sweet and savoury

🍽 Other items 🧴
Pasta
Rice
Pasta Sauces
Tinned Soups
Tinned Beans
Tinned Veg
Tinned Fruit
Tinned custard/Instant custard
Cereals
Oats
Sanitary products
Washing Powder
Shampoo and other toiletries

11/12/2025

Important information about ordering repeat prescriptions before the festive period. Please remember to only order what you need, but bear in mind that there are three bank holidays coming up.

Don't leave it too late! Order your repeat prescriptions by the 15th of December to ensure you have enough medication over the festive period. You can order a repeat prescription using the NHS App or by logging into your account on the NHS website.

10/12/2025

Every month we host a radio show on Frome FM, which is then available to listen to as a podcast.

We feature community champions, leading health professionals, and local experts to share compelling stories, fresh insights, and practical tips on how you can live a healthier and greener life.

On our recent episode we focused on the power of community, when we were joined by Julie Carey-Downs, our Health Connections manager, Will Palmer, our Digital Community Connector and Sue Palmer from Future Shed Frome.

You can listen to the podcast by scanning the QR code or clicking the link below:

https://www.mixcloud.com/FromeFM/playlists/green-healthy-frome/

09/12/2025

We've a new Habits For Health group starting just after the new year and we'd love for you to join us. Here's what you need to know:

📅 Starts Friday 9th January
🕕 11:30am to 1pm
➡ for 6 weeks
📍 at Frome Medical Practice

We keep these groups small and they are really supportive, helping you build healthy habits that last. Open to Frome Medical Practice patients. Limited spaces.

Join us and learn about:

🎯 Setting goals for your health
💚 Taking care of your emotional wellbeing
💤 Sleeping better
🚶Moving more
🍽 Eating healthily
🤝 Connecting with others

Find out more and register to join us (if you can't make this date you can still register and we will keep in touch on future dates).

Visit the link below or or go to our website home page and search 'habits for health'. A member of the team will then be in touch to confirm your place.

https://www.fromemedicalpractice.co.uk/habitsforhealth

09/12/2025

🚨 JOB VACANCY - DEADLINE TO APPLY, THIS THURSDAY 11TH DECEMBER 🚨

We've a vacancy for a Care Navigator to join the team at the practice, working 21 hours a week.

Our Care Navigators are responsible for providing excellent patient support, booking appointments, signposting to other departments, and handling enquiries from patients and visitors. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills.

See our website for full details, including working pattern.

Apply online. Search 'jobs' or click the link below:

https://www.fromemedicalpractice.co.uk/jobs

08/12/2025

Feeling unsure whether your child needs medical attention? The HANDi app provides reliable NHS advice based on local care pathways, helping you choose the right care this winter.

The HANDi app gives you trusted NHS guidance for coughs, colds, and wheeze - all created by Somerset’s own paediatric specialists. Get reliable advice before visiting the emergency department or your GP.

Download the HANDi App here 👇 or visit your App store.

https://app.trueqrcode.com/qr/PF4Y5729

08/12/2025

➡ Do you need help with setting up or using the NHS App?
➡ Do you need showing how you can order repeat prescriptions via the NHS App?
➡ Would you like to set up a linked profile on the NHS App so you can help someone else manage their health care (also called proxy access)?
➡ Or perhaps you want someone to show you how to use our different online forms?

These are just some of the health related digital technology issues our digital support team can help you with. And there are 4 opportunities to see the team this week - here's where they will be if you need their help:

Tuesday 9th December 10am to midday at the practice
Tuesday 9th December 1pm to 3pm at Frome Library
Thursday 11th December 10am to 11.30am at the cafe in the Cheese and Grain
Thursday 11th December 4pm to 8pm at the practice

No appointments needed but do bring your mobile phone or tablet along with you so we can help you out.

05/12/2025

🚨 NEW 6 WEEK GROUP 🚨

We've a brand new 6 week group starting in January - our Habits for Health Healthier Weight group.

📅 Tuesday 27th January
🕒 10:30am to midday
📍Frome Medical Practice

This is NOT a weight loss group. Instead, the group aims to support you to make healthier choices for your overall wellbeing, through compassionate conversations around weight. Together, we’ll explore practical steps to help you feel better and improve your health.

Topics covered on the group include setting goals, getting better sleep, moving more, taking care of your emotional wellbeing, eating healthily and connecting with others.

The group is open to all Frome Medical Practice patients.

If you’d like to join the group, please complete our online form (linked below or search 'habits for health' on our website) and one of the team will be in touch with you to discuss. Alternatively, call our team on 01373 468368.

https://www.fromemedicalpractice.co.uk/habitsforhealth

04/12/2025

NEW VACANCY - CARE NAVIGATOR, 21 HOURS PER WEEK

Join our team at Frome Medical Practice as a Care Navigator. You will be responsible for providing excellent patient support, booking appointments, signposting to other departments, and handling enquiries from patients and visitors. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills.

See our website for full details, including working pattern.

Closing date: 11th December 2025

Apply online. Search 'jobs' or click the link below:

https://www.fromemedicalpractice.co.uk/jobs

04/12/2025

Come to a Menopause Discussion Group at Frome Medical Practice

Our Menopause Discussion Group is for patients registered with us who are considering taking HRT for the first time. During the session we will talk about:

Menopause symptoms and how they vary from person to person.
Ways to manage symptoms.
HRT treatment options, including benefits and risks.
Alternative treatments, such as lifestyle changes.
Signposting to other support resources

Here are the details of our next group:

📅 Tuesday 13th January 2026
🕒 6pm to 8pm (you will need to be able to attend for the whole session)
📍 Frome Medical Practice

We'll need you to register if you'd like to come along. You can do that via our online form, search 'menopause discussion group' on our home page or click the link below:

https://www.fromemedicalpractice.co.uk/menopause-group-discussion