Portishead Medical Group

06/11/2025

📢 Update: You may see messages from “Dr GP Automate”

We’re always looking for ways to make your care safer and more efficient. Our practice is trialling a new system called GP Automate to help our clinicians manage results more quickly.

🔹 What this means for you:

If your test results are normal, GP Automate helps our clinical team record them safely and efficiently.

You may see “Dr GP Automate” listed as the clinician in your NHS App.

You may also receive text messages from us via GP Automate with your results or other updates.

Please be assured:
✅ All results are still reviewed and overseen by our GP team.
✅ Any results that need follow-up will always be checked by a clinician.
✅ Your personal information remains secure at all times.

This system helps us save valuable time so our clinicians can focus more on patients who need direct care.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

05/11/2025

This Remembrance Day, we encourage all GP practices like us to become Veteran Friendly Accredited to support veterans who may be silently struggling with their mental or physical health at this potentially challenging time.

Research by the Royal College of GPs involving 5,000 veterans found that, although more than half (55%) have experienced health issues potentially related to their service, one in seven (14%) have not sought help from a healthcare professional.
However, nearly two-thirds of veterans said they would be more likely to seek help if they knew their practice was Veteran Friendly Accredited. Having taken the quick and easy step to become accredited ourselves, we have seen first-hand the difference it can make.

The free training and resources provided through the scheme have made it easier for us to identify, understand and support veterans and, where appropriate, refer them to specialist services designed specifically for them. Not only has the programme helped us to improve outcomes for our veteran patients, but it has also helped to save time and reduce repeat appointments.
It takes just 20 minutes to sign up, and more than 4,400 practices have already joined the scheme. A University of Chester evaluation found that 99% of practices recommended it.
Be a champion for veterans and their families this Remembrance Day – get your practice Veteran Friendly Accredited. Sign up for free here: rcgp.org.uk/veterans

05/11/2025

Mind have information around understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that you experience during particular seasons or times of year.

Find out about seasonal affective disorder (SAD). It doesn't just mean you feel sad in winter. Learn about symptoms, causes and some common misconceptions.

03/11/2025

We are holding our third blood pressure drop in clinic on Thurday 6th November 2025 from 10.00-12.00.

Please pop by for a free blood pressure check!

29/10/2025

✈️ Travelling abroad soon? Don’t leave your vaccinations to the last minute! 🌍

If you’re heading overseas, make sure you’re protected with the right travel vaccines. Some need to be given several weeks before travel — so please plan ahead!

💉 When to contact us:
To be fully protected, your first travel appointment must take place at least 6 weeks before you travel.
We recommend contacting us 10–12 weeks before your trip to submit your travel form and book your appointment.

Please note:

Some vaccines aren’t NHS-funded and may incur a charge.

More than one appointment may be needed for full protection.

If you need vaccines at short notice, or if demand is high, you may need to attend an alternative travel clinic.

We provide advice for all holidaymakers and business travellers, but not for occupational health (including education courses).

📄 Please submit your travel vaccination form at least 6 weeks before you travel so we have time to process it and arrange your appointment. Travel clinics are not NHS funded so we have to be mindful of essential care when looking at travel clinic capacity.

For more information on travel vaccines, visit the NHS and PMG's websites:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations

👉 https://www.pmg.org.uk/travel-health

Plan early — stay safe and enjoy your travels! 🌎💉

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23/10/2025

Just a reminder that we have our BP drop in clinic happening this afternoon between 2.00-4.00pm with some of our clinicians. Please pop in to get your blood pressure checked!

Our blood pressure team are ready for you to drop in today.

2:00pm to 4:00pm at the practice.

22/10/2025

Breast cancer can affect any body.

Breast cancer can affect any body. Getting to know yours could save your life. Learn more about breast cancer awareness with CoppaFeel!.

17/10/2025

Our next BP drop in clinic is on Thursday 23rd October from 2.00-4.00pm.

Please join us for a free blood pressure check with one of our Drs or Nurses next week. If we find your blood pressure to be high we will give some lifestyle advice and will be able to start medication if appropriate.

PMG ⭐️

Our blood pressure team are ready for you to drop in today.

2:00pm to 4:00pm at the practice.

17/10/2025

📣 PPG Meeting – Monday 20th October at 6:30pm
📍 Portishead Medical Group

We’re inviting Portishead Medical Group patients to join us for our next Patient Participation Group (PPG) meeting!

👥 What’s a PPG?
A PPG is a group made up of patients, carers, and GP staff who meet regularly to discuss how the practice can improve its services. It’s all about ensuring the patient voice is heard and working together to shape the future of your healthcare.

🗣️ Why attend?

Share your views and experiences

Help improve the way we work

Meet others in the community

Get updates from the practice

🎉 And yes — there will be resfreshments to enjoy too!

No need to book — just come along and see what it’s all about. We’d love to see you there.

15/10/2025

Information about health services in our area and advice about how to get the right care in the quickest way.

14/10/2025

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness/breast-cancer-awareness-month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn about the ways we can help if you've been diagnosed and how to raise awareness.

10/10/2025

A free 6 week course designed to help get people back into employment. For more information please call 01934 416486 or contact debbie.evans@vansmail.org.uk