Okehampton Medical Centre

Okehampton Medical Centre We're a large semi-rural dispensing practice covering approximately 300sq miles. Health

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might me...
14/11/2025

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might mean a lot.
Here’s what to keep in mind:

• 👪 Family history matters – If a parent, sibling or relative has diabetes, your own risk goes up.
• 🍔 Lifestyle factors count – Being overweight, inactive or having higher waist size can all raise risk.
• 🚩 Symptoms might be subtle – Increased thirst, tiredness or needing to wee more may be signs.
• 📊 Want to know your risk? Try this tool: https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start
• 📖 More reading on what to expect and why this matters: https://patient.info/diabetes/diabetes-mellitus-leaflet

It doesn’t mean diabetes is inevitable - taking action now could make a real difference. 💪

12/11/2025

🥂✨ Not drinking? That’s a valid choice - and one worth celebrating.

is about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable with their own decisions, whether they drink or not.
Some people are cutting back for health, others are taking a break, and some simply don’t enjoy it - and that’s okay 💬🧃

👂 How can we be more supportive?
✔️ Respect someone’s choice without questioning it
✔️ Offer non-alcoholic options
✔️ Keep social events welcoming for everyone

Learn more from:
👉 https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/stopsobershaming
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-doesnt-drink-alcohol
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/is-sobriety-becoming-trendy

Let’s help make every setting inclusive, whatever’s in your glass 💚

Need a GP appointment or advice? We're here to help make it easy and stress-free! Submit your request online via our web...
12/11/2025

Need a GP appointment or advice? We're here to help make it easy and stress-free!

Submit your request online via our website between 8am and 12noon, or give us a call on 01837 52233 between 8.30am and 6pm. You can also pop into the practice between 8.15am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.

📞 If you ring between 8am-8.30am or 6pm-6.30pm, you'll connect to our cover service for morning and evening clinical support.

Can't be seen the same day? We might direct you to a walk-in centre or A&E if needed.

Our online "I Have an Admin or Routine Request" form is available all day—perfect for non-urgent stuff.

Just don't use it for GP appointments or advice, or we'll ask you to resubmit correctly.

For medical help outside weekdays 8am-6.30pm, weekends, or bank holidays, reach out to NHS 111.

💜 Most people can’t name the symptoms of pancreatic cancer - can you?Knowing the signs could save a life. Look out for:●...
10/11/2025

💜 Most people can’t name the symptoms of pancreatic cancer - can you?

Knowing the signs could save a life. Look out for:
● Indigestion
● Tummy or back pain
● Changes to your poo
● Unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite
● Jaundice (yellow skin or eyes, itchy skin)

If these symptoms persist and you’re unsure why, contact your GP or call NHS 111.
If you notice jaundice, go to your GP or A&E straight away.

Find out more at 🔗 pancreaticcancer.org.uk/symptoms

💻 Free Drop-In Sessions – Help to Understand All Things Digital!Need a bit of extra support getting online? These free d...
10/11/2025

💻 Free Drop-In Sessions – Help to Understand All Things Digital!

Need a bit of extra support getting online? These free drop-in sessions offer help with:
✅ Sending emails
✅ Booking appointments
✅ Online shopping
✅ Connecting with friends and family

💬 Support available for individuals, carers, and community groups - no need to book, just turn up!

Upcoming sessions:
● Buckfastleigh: Monday 17th November, 11:00am–1:00pm (Town Hall, Bossell Road, TQ11 0DD)
● Okehampton: Wednesday 26th November, 9:30am–12:30pm (Okehampton Library, 4 North Street, EX20 1AR)
● Exmouth: Friday 28th November, 9:30am–12:30pm (Exmouth Library, 40 Exeter Road, EX8 1PS)
● Bideford: Friday 9th January 2026, 2:00pm–5:00pm (Bideford Library, Arts Centre, The Quay, EX39 2EY)

📞 For more info: 01392 248919
📧 info@devoncommunities.org.uk
🌐 www.devoncommunities.org.uk/projects/digital-skills-devon

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 💪

💜 November is Pancreatic Awareness Month.Pancreatic cancer often shows few symptoms until it's advanced – early detectio...
07/11/2025

💜 November is Pancreatic Awareness Month.
Pancreatic cancer often shows few symptoms until it's advanced – early detection saves lives.

Let's raise awareness, support research, and keep the conversation going.

🌫️ 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 💨

🧠🌀 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/VJr750XmxLb
https://ow.ly/YNOH50XmxLw
https://ow.ly/a0By50XmxLi

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

🎇 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! 🎆

🎃🔪 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.

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Okehampton

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 6pm
Thursday 8:15am - 6pm
Friday 8:15am - 6pm

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