Better Health South Tamworth

23/06/2026

19/06/2026

We’re incredibly excited to share that we've been nominated for a local business award, for the second year in a row!
A huge thank you to everyone who has supported us and to those who took the time to nominate us. It truly means a lot.
It’s an honour to be recognised alongside so many other fantastic local businesses. Congratulations to all the nominees!
We were proud finalists last year, and we’re looking forward to seeing how we go this time around.
Thank you again for being part of our journey.

18/06/2026

Important Notice:

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Better Health South Tamworth will be closed on Monday the 22nd June and Wednesday the 24th June 2026

Our phone lines will remain open during this time; however, they will be available for appointment bookings and administrative tasks only.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

For urgent medical care, please:
• Call 000 in an emergency
• Attend Tamworth Base Hospital
• Contact the Urgent Care Clinic

08/06/2026

Men's Health Week

This Men's Health Week, we're encouraging all men to take a few moments to think about their health and wellbeing.

Many health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other conditions, can develop without obvious symptoms. Regular check-ups can help identify issues early and support better long-term health outcomes.

Your health is more than just physical health. Mental wellbeing, sleep, stress management, exercise, and maintaining social connections all play an important role.

Whether it's been six months or six years since your last check-up, now is a great time to book an appointment and have a conversation with your GP.

📞 Contact our reception team to book an appointment.

Because looking after your health isn't just important for you—it's important for the people who care about you too.

15/05/2026

10 years ago, Better Health South Tamworth opened its doors.

Today, we celebrated the only appropriate way possible: with cake!

It’s taken a great team, plenty of patience, a lot of coffee, and a community that continues to support us.

Thanks to everyone who’s been part of the journey so far.

Cheers to 10 years BHST!

01/04/2026

Better Health is excited to share that our staff have been participating in a clinical trial for Coffee dosage prescriptions to determine the optimal caffeine levels for different roles.

Early results suggest:

☕ 1 coffee – GPs
One standard cup appears sufficient, as they are primarily fuelled by compassion, dedication.

☕☕ 2 coffees – Reception team
One at 8am and one at 12pm to maintain peak performance while answering phones, booking appointments, greeting patients, and the prevention of hearing the phone ring in their sleep.

☕☕☕ 3 coffees – Nurses
Three coffees are required to sustain the high-speed circulation between treatment room, ECGs, vaccines, dressings, recalls, and somehow still knowing where everything in the clinic is located.

☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕ 12+ coffees – Management
Significantly higher caffeine levels appear necessary to assist with queries, IT issues, paperwork, phone calls, and preventing involuntary twitching whenever someone says “quick question…”

Further research is required, however early findings suggest caffeine may be a critical component of primary healthcare operations.

If you believe your workplace could benefit from participation in the study, please reach out for further information.

Happy April Fools from the Better Health team!

26/03/2026

🐣 Easter Closure Notice 🐣

Better Health South Tamworth will be closed over the Easter long weekend.

📅 Closed:
Friday 3rd
Saturday 4th
Sunday 5th
Monday 6th

We will reopen as normal the following business day.

If you require urgent medical care during this time, please contact your nearest emergency department or call 000 in an emergency.

We hope everyone in our community enjoys a safe, warm and happy Easter filled with family and a little bit of chocolate. 🍫🐰

24/03/2026

Your health check-ups are just as important as fixing problems when they happen.

Regular appointments can help:
🩺 Detect issues early
💊 Keep chronic conditions well managed
❤️ Support your overall wellbeing

If you’ve been putting off booking an appointment, this might be your sign!

17/03/2026

💧 Stay Hydrated as the Weather Changes 💧

As the seasons start to shift, it’s easy to forget how important it is to stay hydrated. Even when the weather isn’t extremely hot, our bodies still need plenty of fluids to function well.

Drinking enough water can help with:
✔️ Energy levels
✔️ Concentration
✔️ Digestion
✔️ Headaches and fatigue

A simple tip: keep a water bottle nearby throughout the day as a reminder to drink regularly.

If you’re feeling unusually tired, dizzy, or unwell, it may be worth checking in with your GP.

Your health matters to us, and our team at Better Health South Tamworth is here to support you. 💙