Brook Medical Centre

13/08/2026

📢New Practice Information & Complaints Procedure Leaflet

We’re pleased to let our patients know that our new Practice Information Leaflet is now available from reception.

This leaflet includes helpful information about our services, opening times, online access, and how to make the most of the support available at Brook Medical Centre.

We have also updated our Complaints Procedure leaflet, which explains how patients can raise any concerns or provide feedback about the care and services they receive.

📍 Both leaflets can be found at reception and are available for patients to take away.

Your feedback is important to us and helps us continue to improve the services we provide.

Thank you for your continued support. 💙

13/08/2026

🌿 North Staffordshire Wellbeing College – Autumn Programme🌿

The new Wellbeing & Recovery College Autumn programme is now available!

The College offers a range of FREE workshops designed to support your wellbeing, build confidence and provide practical tools to help manage life’s challenges. Workshops are co-produced and delivered with people who have lived experience of physical and mental health difficulties.

✅ Free to attend
✅ Open to anyone aged 18+ living in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme or the Staffordshire Moorlands
✅ No referral is needed – you just need to enrol as a student first

📖 View the Autumn programme here:
https://flip.printstafford.com/wrcautumn26/

Please feel free to share with anyone who may benefit. 💚

Course information for the Wellbeing and Recovery College in Stafford. Autumn 2026 Term

13/08/2026

☀️ Another hot day today!

With another very warm day ahead, please take a little extra care to keep yourself and those around you safe.

💧 Keep hydrated – drink plenty of fluids throughout the day
🌳 Keep cool – stay in the shade and avoid the sun during the hottest part of the day
🏠 Keep your home cool – close curtains or blinds in rooms facing the sun
🧴 Protect yourself – wear sunscreen, a hat and light, loose clothing
❤️ Check in on others – especially older people, young children and anyone who may be more vulnerable to the heat.

For more advice on staying safe in hot weather, visit the NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

12/08/2026

💊 Medication Review – Why is it important?

If you’ve been invited for a medication review, it’s a great opportunity to make sure your medicines are still the right ones for you.

A medication review can help to:
✅ Check your medicines are working well
✅ Discuss any side effects or concerns
✅ Make sure you’re taking them safely
✅ Answer any questions you may have

If you’ve received an invitation, please book your review when it’s convenient for you.

💬 Have a question about medication reviews?
Speak to a member of our team.

11/08/2026

💙 A little reminder from our practice team…

We understand that being unwell or worried can be stressful, and we’re always here to help. Our team works incredibly hard every day to support our patients and provide the care they need.

However, aggression, abuse or rudeness towards our staff is never acceptable.

When staff ask questions, explain procedures or direct you to the right service, they are simply doing their job and trying to help. 🫶

Thank you to all our patients who continue to show our team kindness and understanding. It really does mean a lot. 💙

10/08/2026

🩺 MYTH MONDAY

❌ Myth: Antibiotics help treat colds and flu.

✅ Fact: Antibiotics only work against bacterial infections. They won’t help with viruses like colds, flu or most coughs and sore throats.

Taking antibiotics when they’re not needed can make them less effective in the future.

Help keep antibiotics working:
✔️ Only take them when prescribed.
✔️ Follow the advice of your healthcare professional.
✔️ Never share or save leftover antibiotics.

Find out more and become an Antibiotic Guardian: https://antibioticguardian.com/keep-antibiotics-working/

07/08/2026

💗 Menopause support, all in one place

Going through perimenopause or menopause? You don’t have to navigate it alone.

We’re pleased to share Your Menopause by Harley Street at Home. This is a free digital space for our patients, with helpful information, practical resources and support to help you better understand your menopause journey. 🌸

💬 Get answers to common questions
📚 Access trusted information
🌿 Find practical support for your wellbeing

👉 Sign up here: https://www.harleystathome.com/nhs-signup/whitfield/patient

Please note: this is an educational and wellbeing resource and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional.

07/08/2026

Need a little extra support this summer? ☀️

The Mental Health Support Team (MHST) still has two summer drop-in sessions taking place at the Staffordshire Family Hub in Biddulph.

📅 Friday 14th August | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
📅 Monday 24th August | 10:00am - 12:30pm

If you'd like to find out more about the support available from the MHST, why not pop along? No appointment is needed, just drop in.

📍 Staffordshire Family Hub, Albert Street, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent, ST8 6DT

06/08/2026

✈️ ☀️Travelling abroad this summer?

August is National Immunisation Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to check you’re protected before you travel.

Whether you’re heading to the beach or embarking on a long-haul adventure, some destinations require or recommend vaccinations to help protect you from serious illnesses.

💉 Please contact the surgery at least 6 weeks before you are due to travel so we can advise you on the immunisations you may need.

04/08/2026

EDIT - these have now been collected.

We have some unwanted toner available for free at our Bradeley site. If you’re interested please pop to reception. (Must take all)