Burlington Primary Care

19/06/2026

Myth Busting

Myth: “GPs can prescribe antibiotics for colds.”

Fact: Colds, most sore throats, and many coughs are caused by viruses — antibiotics won’t help and can even cause harm. If you’re unsure what you need, our clinicians can advise the safest option for you.

19/06/2026

We are currently having our front doors painted. It may be necessary today for patients to use the back door just while the doors dry.

15/06/2026

Blood Pressure Awareness

Small changes make a big difference
🩺 Know Your Numbers
High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

🏃 Move More
Even 10 minutes of walking helps.

🥗 Eat Less Salt
Check labels and choose lower‑salt options.

🚭 Cut Down on Smoking
Stopping reduces your risk straight away.

⚖️ Maintain a Healthy Weight
Small, steady changes are most effective.

📞 If you’re worried about your blood pressure, contact the surgery for advice.

12/06/2026

Use the NHS App - quick, easy, and available 24/7

💊 Order repeat prescriptions
No need to call the surgery.

📅 View appointments
Check upcoming bookings anytime.

📄 Access your health record
See test results and documents securely.

🏥 Manage your details
Update address, contact info, and more.

🔒 Safe. Secure. Easy to use.

09/06/2026

💊 Repeat Prescription Reminder
Please remember to order your repeat prescriptions in good time, especially before weekends and holidays.
This helps ensure you don’t run out of your regular medication and allows our team enough time to process requests safely.

How to order:

- Use the NHS App
- Submit via online services
- Drop off your repeat slip at reception

Please allow at least 72 hours for processing.

Thank you for helping us keep your care running smoothly.

08/06/2026

05/06/2026

Please be aware that we are unable to accept specimen samples that have been posted through the letterbox.

To ensure safe handling, please bring all samples directly to reception during our normal opening times.

Any samples posted through the letterbox will unfortunately have to be discarded.

20/05/2026

20/05/2026

We’re proud to be working alongside to help support healthier homes and healthier lives across Suffolk 🏡💙

Through our partnership with East Suffolk Council , we’re helping raise awareness of the support available for residents struggling with cold homes, high energy bills, damp, mould, or heating concerns

Warm Homes Healthy People offers practical support including home energy surveys, insulation grants, temporary heaters, heating advice, and help accessing financial support for eligible households

🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/K0zQH8-1TX4

If you or someone you know could benefit from support, please get in touch and find out what help is available. Together, we can help keep Suffolk warm, healthy and supported 💙

19/05/2026

Grief is personal — support should be too 🤍
Access trusted bereavement support and resources through your GP surgery.
https://www.burlingtonprimarycare.co.uk/ns-bereavement