Alexandra and Crestview Surgeries

Alexandra and Crestview Surgeries Patient-focused GP Practice providing exceptional healthcare and diverse services.

Alexandra Road and Crestview Surgeries are located in Lowestoft and servce the local area. We aim to keep this page current with any developments or other details that we feel are relevant to you.

🩺 Preventing & Living with Diabetes – FREE Education Event 🩺If you or a family member are living with diabetes or have a...
10/11/2025

🩺 Preventing & Living with Diabetes – FREE Education Event 🩺

If you or a family member are living with diabetes or have any concerns, why not come along to this FREE event and speak to our team of specialists. Meet representatives from ECCH, Lowestoft Primary Care, NCC, Your Health Norfolk, NSFT, and local support groups.

It’s a great opportunity to get advice, learn more about managing diabetes, and connect with support networks in your community.

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 💪

Be prepared for winter by making sure you can care for your family. 🫂Stocking your medicine cabinet with painkillers, co...
09/11/2025

Be prepared for winter by making sure you can care for your family. 🫂

Stocking your medicine cabinet with painkillers, cough syrup and diarrhoea treatments, is a good place to start.

Stop by your local pharmacy or visit: www.winterwellnorfolkwaveney.co.uk

The flu can make children very unwell, and they can also pass it on to others. Getting your child vaccinated helps prote...
08/11/2025

The flu can make children very unwell, and they can also pass it on to others. Getting your child vaccinated helps protect them, your family, and your community.

🌫️ 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 💨

Bereavement Support GroupA safe, supportive space for anyone coping with loss.🕙 10am–2pm | 📅 Last Thursday of every mont...
06/11/2025

Bereavement Support Group
A safe, supportive space for anyone coping with loss.

🕙 10am–2pm | 📅 Last Thursday of every month
📍 141 Crestview Drive, Lowestoft NR32 4TW

Open to anyone who has experienced bereavement or other life changes such as job loss, illness, or major transitions.

🧠🌀 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/Zpbg50XmxkP
https://ow.ly/Qnb650Xmxlk
https://ow.ly/Oyze50Xmxl0

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

Dear Patients. Anyone who wants to give up smoking and would like some help, please feel free to attend our weekly drop...
03/11/2025

Dear Patients. Anyone who wants to give up smoking and would like some help, please feel free to attend our weekly drop-in service at Crestview Medical Centre, Lowestoft. Please see the poster below.

🎇 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! 🎆

💜 Finding Your Way Through Grief: Join Crestview Bereavement Support Group 💜Grief doesn't discriminate – it can hit hard...
31/10/2025

💜 Finding Your Way Through Grief: Join Crestview Bereavement Support Group 💜

Grief doesn't discriminate – it can hit hard from losing a loved one, the end of a relationship, job loss, health changes for you or someone close, or even the weight of world events. You're not alone, and it's okay to feel a whirlwind of emotions. Our safe, welcoming space is here to help you connect, share, and heal with others who've walked similar paths.

What to expect:
✅ A compassionate group chat led by caring co-ordinators
✅ Open sharing in a non-judgmental environment
✅ Tips and support for navigating your unique journey
✅ Links to extra resources via DANES (Disability Advice North East Suffolk – free, impartial & confidential)

📅 Next Session: Thursday, 27th November 2025 (Last Thursday of the month)
🕐 Time: 10am - 2pm
📍 Where: Crestview Surgery, 141 Crestview Drive, Lowestoft NR32 4TW

Drop in – no booking needed. Whether you're freshly grieving or reflecting on past losses, come as you are.

🎃🔪 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.

29/10/2025

Movember is coming up - and we’re calling on everyone who cares about men’s mental health.

Globally, 3 out of 4 suicides are men. That’s 1 man every 60 seconds.
This isn’t just a statistic - it’s someone’s brother, father, partner, or friend 💔🕯️

It’s time to stop the silence. It’s time to unite.

Together, we can:
🧪 Fund life-saving mental health research
📚 Support training and education
🫂 Provide real help for those in crisis

💥 Ready to take action?
👉 Register, grow a Mo, fundraise or simply spread the word:
https://movember.com/register

✊🏽 Let’s change the face of men’s health together.

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Crestview Surgery, Crestview Drive
Lowestoft
NR321PL

Opening Hours

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

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