Bridge Road Surgery

30/03/2026

Good nutrition and hydration are essential for overall health, energy levels and how your body feels day to day.

Eating a balanced diet with a variety of fruit, vegetables, wholegrains and protein helps fuel your body, while drinking enough water supports circulation, digestion and joint health. Hydration also plays a role in keeping connective tissues, including fascia, supple and functioning well. Small, realistic changes to your diet can make a big difference over time, and planning ahead is especially important during periods of fasting to maintain safe hydration and nutrient intake. 🥗💧💙✨

Explore NHS healthy eating advice: https://ow.ly/AYVN50YzARz
Learn about water, drinks and hydration: https://ow.ly/irQA50YzARq
Read about making small healthy diet changes: https://ow.ly/Pwhh50YzARu
Find guidance on fasting safely during Ramadan: https://ow.ly/zv4T50YzARw

28/03/2026

Don't forget! ⏰

The clocks go forward 1 hour this Sunday for Daylight Saving Time.

If your clocks don't update automatically, remember to change them before going to bed on Saturday night.

A simple change, but an easy one to forget!

27/03/2026

BMI stands for Body Mass Index. It is a simple calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate whether your weight is in a healthy range 📊

Knowing your BMI can help identify if you may be underweight, overweight or at risk of health conditions linked to weight, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.

While BMI is a useful starting point, it does not tell the whole story 👇
Waist measurement is also important, as carrying extra weight around your middle can increase your risk of health problems, even if your BMI falls within a healthy range.

Understanding both measurements can help you make informed choices about your health and seek support if needed 💙✨

Calculate your BMI:
https://ow.ly/t8Yw50Yy87i

Learn about waist measurement and type 2 diabetes risk:
https://ow.ly/Soe750Yy87m

26/03/2026

Social Prescribing Day celebrates the power of community, connection and non-medical support to improve health and wellbeing. 🌿✨

Social prescribing links people to local activities, groups and services that can help with loneliness, stress, finances, housing, physical health and more. Being part of a community, trying new social activities or accessing practical advice can have a positive impact on both mental and physical wellbeing. Support is available in many different areas, helping people feel more connected and empowered. 💚🤝

Learn about social prescribing: https://ow.ly/qL9I50YxZrl

💡 Helpful support and resources:
• Improve your financial wellbeing with the Money and Pensions Service: https://ow.ly/gMVx50YxZrr
• Get advice on housing, immigration and legal issues from Citizens Advice: https://ow.ly/pyFo50YxZrh
• Find mental and physical health advice at NHS Live Well: https://ow.ly/Okok50YxZsH
• Create a free personalised mental health plan with Every Mind Matters: https://ow.ly/J2gc50YxZra
• Get active with We Are Undefeatable: https://ow.ly/9Utk50YxZrv
• Support dementia care through Music for Dementia: https://ow.ly/5vse50YxZsO
• Find bereavement support services via At A Loss: https://ow.ly/74OM50YxZrg

24/03/2026

Turn on notifications to get messages, appointments and reminders as soon as they’re sent.

You can do more with the NHS App than you realise. Discover what else you can do today.

📱Tap the NHS App

24/03/2026

23/03/2026

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, and recognising symptoms early can make a real difference.

Symptoms may include difficulty p*eing, a weak flow, needing to p*e more often (especially at night), discomfort in the pelvic area or blood in urine/semen. If you notice changes, talk to your GP and tell them about any family history of cancer - not just immediate family, as broader history can help guide decisions about checks and referral.

Public figures like Sir Chris Hoy have also shared their cancer journeys to help raise awareness and encourage conversations about men’s health. 💙🩺✨

Learn more about prostate cancer: https://prostatecanceruk.org

Read Chris Hoy’s cancer story: https://www.ourcancerstories.com/cancer-news/chris-hoy-cancer

21/03/2026

From September 2025, the NHS Cervical Screening Programme began rolling out digital delivery of negative test results through the NHS App — and by now, this process is fully in place.

📲 Here’s how it works:
- If your result is negative, you’ll receive it directly in the NHS App, along with a notification on your device.
- If the message isn’t opened within 72 hours, a backup letter will automatically be sent.
- If your app notifications are switched off, you may also receive an SMS reminder to check the NHS App.

📬 Important:
Abnormal results will continue to be sent by post for the time being.

💻📲 With most screening invitations and reminders now sent digitally, this move to digital results is helping make cervical screening quicker and more convenient.

👉 Don’t have the NHS App yet? Download it here: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

🔔 Once downloaded, turn on notifications so you never miss an update!

20/03/2026

Congratulations to Ann-Marie who has reached and surpassed her fundraising goal for March! £282 now raised in support of mental health treatment for veterans, and donations are still open!

https://events.combatstress.org.uk/fundraisers/ann-mariesmuth/marchinmarch

I’m taking part in March in March to raise funds for veterans’ mental health, and I need your help! Please donate today and help me support Combat Stress. Every donation, big or small, will go directly towards aiding their work with veterans. £33 could provide a veteran with a session with a Pe...

20/03/2026

Salt plays an important role in the body, but too much can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Many processed foods contain hidden salt, so it’s easy to consume more than recommended. On the other hand, very low salt levels can sometimes contribute to symptoms like muscle cramps, weakness or fluid balance issues, especially if combined with dehydration.

Staying well hydrated, keeping active and aiming for a balanced diet can help support healthy blood pressure. Understanding how salt affects your body can help you make informed choices. 🧂💧🩺✨

Learn about dietary salt and sodium: https://patient.info/healthy-living/healthy-eating/dietary-salt-and-sodium

Read about salt and your blood pressure: https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/your-blood-pressure/how-to-lower-your-blood-pressure/healthy-eating/salt-and-your-blood-pressure/

19/03/2026

Following the recent outbreak of Meningitis B in Kent, we are receiving a lot of calls from worried individuals about their child's vaccines.
We will be contacting people who are eligible for the Meningitis ACWY vaccine and didn't receive it through the school vaccination programme. Those still in school will receive the vaccination through the school's programme. This vaccine covers the ACWY strains of Meningitis, not the Meningitis B strain.
IF YOUR CHILD IS OVER 10 YEARS OLD – your child will NOT have had the meningitis B vaccine as it was only introduced in 2015 and not available in the UK prior to this. We are unable to administer the Meningitis B vaccine to anybody outside of the UK schedule. If you wish for your child to receive this vaccine it will have to be sourced privately.
If anything changes around the situation that could affect you or your child, we will update you.

19/03/2026

💬 Know the signs. Speak up. Be heard.

In healthcare, your concerns matter.

In GP practices, Jess’s Rule encourages clinicians to reflect and review if a patient returns multiple times with the same issue.

In hospitals, Martha’s Rule gives patients, families and carers the right to ask for an urgent review if they feel something isn’t right.

👀 If you’re worried about a loved one in hospital:
- Speak to the ward team
- If concerns remain, you can request a further clinical review

Your voice is important — and it could make a difference.