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When you submit an online GP request through our website or the NHS App, you may be offered suggestions about other NHS services that can offer direct advice or treatment. … [continue] New: Our online GP request form has been updated

The announced and authorised cohorts eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine in autumn/winter 2025/2026 are: Residents in a care home for older adults All adults aged 75 years and over People … [continue] Autumn 2025 vaccination programme

From 21st July 2025  Acute requests (requests for items not currently on repeat), will no longer be accepted when requested through online pharmacies. Medication requests for usual repeat medication will … [continue] Acute Medications

A reminder that there is a monthly Cancer Care Hub held at the Lantern Centre, Ilfracombe on the 1st Tuesday of every month.

At present, this service has not been developed in Devon and is outside of the practice’s control. Devon ICB will be responsible for creating a rollout plan. Until then, we … [continue] Mounjaro weight loss injection through NHS GP Surgeries

The doctors at Combe Coastal have received increasing requests for short term prescriptions for diazepam for patients with fear of flying. In the UK diazepam is a Class C/Schedule IV controlled … [continue] Diazepam for fear of flying

The legal guidance allows you to give over-the-counter medication such as pain and fever relief or teething gel. However, you must get written permission beforehand from parents, and, you must … [continue] Over-the-counter medication to children in childcare

Combe Coastal Practice will be closed for both the May Bank holidays on Monday 5th and Monday 26th May 2025.   Please ensure that if you need medication for one … [continue] May Bank Holiday Closures

April is bowel cancer awareness month. Knowing the symptoms is important to help spot bowel cancer early. The earlier that it’s found, the more treatable it’s likely to be. Bowel … [continue] Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

In March 2025, there were 376 missed appointments at Combe Coastal Practice. This equates to around 97.5h of clinicians time. We are only able to send out text reminders for … [continue] Missed Appointments

We have started sending out invitations to all eligible patients for the Spring Covid vaccination. Our clinic takes place on Saturday 26th April. The invitations have gone out today via … [continue] Spring covid vaccinations

Experiencing Muscle or Joint pain? Lead a happier, healthier life with our Good Boost classes at Ilfracombe Gym and Swimming Pool. These sessions will provide you with the information and … [continue] Good Boost Sessions at Ilfracombe Swimming Pool

The bowel cancer screening programme has been expanded now includes everyone over the age of 50 across the South West of England. You’ll automatically be sent an NHS Bowel Screening … [continue] Bowel Cancer Screening

Ilfracombe Memory Cafe is this Wednesday 12th February (Tomorrow) 1.30pm-3.00pm at Ilfracombe Museum. The car park outside the museum is now open. This is a caring environment, for any patients … [continue] Ilfracombe Memory Cafe

Ilfracombe Memory Cafe is this Wednesday 12th February (Tomorrow) 1.30pm-3.00pm at Ilfracombe Museum. The car park outside the museum is now open. This is a caring environment, for any patients … [continue] Ilfracombe Memory Cafe

Going to your local pharmacy offers an easy and convenient way to get clinical advice on minor health concerns – you don’t need an appointment and you can be seen … [continue] Pharmacy First

Even if it doesn’t seem like it, any sign of stroke is always an emergency, so call 999 immediately if you or someone else experiences a single symptom. The first … [continue] NHS Stroke information – Act FAST

Due to a high volume of requests, we are experiencing a delay in processing private paperwork. Please be advised that there may be a delay of up to 6 weeks … [continue] Private GP Work