The Bosmere Medical Practice

17/11/2025

🦠💊 Antibiotics are powerful medicines - but they aren’t always the answer. Using them when they’re not needed can cause harm and make future infections harder to treat.
Here’s what you should know:
✔️ They only work against bacterial infections, not viruses like colds or flu.
✔️ Overuse is driving antibiotic‑resistance (“superbugs”) - which means common infections can become untreatable.
✔️ Do these things to help protect their effectiveness:
‑ Only take antibiotics when prescribed by a healthcare professional
‑ Complete the full course exactly as directed
‑ Never save antibiotics for later or share them with others
📚 Learn more here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/.../antibiotic-antimicrobial-resistance/
👉 https://patient.info/.../why-antibiotics-should-not-be...

13/11/2025

🌫️ 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/.../family-history-genetics...
👉 https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/.../family-history-and...
Stay alert to changes, know your family history, and speak up for your lung health 💨

12/11/2025

Health and wellbeing for veterans.

Op COURAGE is a mental health and wellbeing service developed by veterans, for veterans. It doesn’t matter how long you served for or when you left.

If you find life difficult after leaving the UK Armed Forces, face struggles with mental health, and live in England, Op COURAGE is here to help.

Find out more information, visit www.nhs.uk/opcourage

11/11/2025

💙 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 💪

11/11/2025

The Practice will be closed from 1pm on Tuesday 25th November due to staff training. 111 and Out of Hours services will still be available. In a life threatening medical emergency, please contact 999.

The Practice will reopen at 08:00 on Wednesday 26th November, as normal.

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/RxiL50XmxKj
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https://ow.ly/RvS750XmxLT
Take a pause. Talk it out. You matter. 💚

04/11/2025

Ready for Movember?

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! 🎆

31/10/2025

Dates for diaries - November

🌟 You First Parenting Insights Programme by OTR is starting on Thursday 6th November 2025 at Leigh Park Community Centre 9.30am-11.30am for 6 weeks, for parents and carers of 11–25 year olds

What’s in it for you?

🔎Discover how your own life experiences shape your parenting style
🧐Understand the challenges young people face today
🎓Learn new skills to support and empower your child
💭Gain fresh insights into modern parenting approaches

What will you get?
A deeper understanding of life as a young person in the 21st century

Engaging topics like:
The teenage brain
Emotional intelligence & self-awareness
Coaching skills
Alternative parenting strategies

A chance to connect with other parents and build a supportive community

Interested?
👉 Fill out the webform at https://otrs-south.org.uk/portal or call us on 02392 474724 to find out more

22/10/2025

🫀💥 October is National Cholesterol Month – the perfect time to take charge of your heart health! ❤️✨
High cholesterol often has no symptoms, but it can lead to serious health issues like heart attacks and strokes 😟💔. The good news? You can take action today.
Here’s how to get started:
🥗 Eat heart-healthy foods (cut down on saturated fats!)
🚶‍♂️ Stay active with regular movement
🧪 Know your cholesterol numbers and get checked
🧠 Understand your risks and take control
📚 Learn more with trusted resources:
👉 https://www.heartuk.org.uk
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-cholesterol/
👉 https://patient.info/heart-health/high-cholesterol
🍽️ Tips for eating out with high cholesterol:
👉 https://patient.info/new.../eating-out-with-high-cholesterol
Every small step counts when it comes to protecting your heart 👣💚

21/10/2025

🌡️💬 Menopause brings change — from hot flushes and mood swings to sleep shifts and brain fog. But with the right information and support, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming 💪🌸
This is your reminder: you’re not alone - and help is just a click away 💻💙
📚 Learn more about symptoms, treatment and support from trusted sources:
👉 NHS: https://ow.ly/LzFu50XcUjw
👉 How to support someone: https://ow.ly/z2Cf50XcUiC
👉 Looking after your health: https://ow.ly/3QKi50XcUip
👉 How long do symptoms last?: https://ow.ly/xpQ950XcUkO
Let’s talk, share, and support each other - here's to better understanding and better health 💚

15/10/2025

🌐✨ Get Online Week 2025 is coming - 20 - 26 October!
The UK’s biggest digital inclusion campaign is BACK 🙌💻
Whether you’re brand new to the internet or want to level up your skills, this week is all about helping people feel safer, smarter, and more confident online 🧠💪
💡 Why it matters:
✅ Book GP appointments
✅ Manage your money online
✅ Apply for work or access training
✅ Stay connected with family & friends
✅ 97% of attendees say they learn something new! 📈
👥 Who’s being left behind?
• Older people
• Low-income households
• Job seekers
• People without access to devices or data
• Anyone unsure where to begin
🎁 Good Things Foundation can help with:
📱 National Device Bank (free refurbished tech): https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/.../national-device...
📶 National Databank (free mobile data): https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/.../national-databank
🖥️ Learn My Way (free beginner courses): https://www.learnmyway.com/
🎉 How to get involved:
📢 Spread the word in your community
👨‍💻 Help someone get started
📍 Find your local centre or digital hub: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org