
Albany Surgery
Grace House, Scott Close, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1GJ
Current time is 07:02 - If your situation is life threatening please dial 999 for assistance. Please call NHS 111 for urgent issues that cannot wait until the surgery re-opens.
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Self Care
Did you know that 10 of the most minor ailments seen by GPs can also be treated at home by yourself?
By doing this at home you could save a trip to the surgery and free up clinicians time to see patients with more serious health problems.
The most common health problems that are easily treated at home:
- Back pain
- Dermatitis
- Heartburn and indigestion
- Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
- Constipation
- Migraines
- Coughs
- Acne
- Sprains and strains
- Headaches
Visit the NHS Choices website for more information
Medicine Cabinet
Keeping a well-stocked medicine cabinet at home means you’re able to treat a wide range of minor illness`, such as coughs, colds and indigestion.
Recommendations of what you should keep:
- Paracetamol and Aspirin (under 16`s and asthmatic people should not take aspirin)
- Mild laxatives
- Anti-diarrhoeal medicines
- Rehydration mixture
- Indigestion remedy
- Travel sickness medication
- Sunscreen -SPF15 or higher
- Sunburn treatment
- Tweezers and sharp scissors
- Thermometer
- A selection of plaster, non-absorbent cotton wool, elastic bandages and dressings
Caution
- Please remember to keep these supplies secure and away from children
- Always read the instructions before use
- Check expiry dates
- Dispose of unwanted or expired medication via a pharmacy
Antibiotics
Antibiotics are used to treat or prevent some types of bacterial infection. They work by killing bacteria or preventing them from spreading. But they do NOT work for everything.
Many bacterial infections get better on their own without the use of antibiotics.
Antibiotics do NOT work for viral infections such as colds and flu, and most coughs and sore throats.
They are no longer routinely used to treat:
- Chest infections
- Ear infections in children
- Sore throats
- Antibiotics resistance is a big problem – taking them when they are not required can mean they will NOT work for you in the future.
Opening Times
- Monday
08:30 until 13:00
14:00 until 18:00 - Tuesday
08:30 until 12:00
14:00 until 18:00 - Wednesday
08:30 until 13:00
14:00 until 18:00 - Thursday
08:30 until 13:00
14:00 until 18:00 - Friday
08:30 until 13:00
14:00 until 20:00
Evening extended access, limited services only - Saturday
08:00 until 18:00
Extended access, limited services only - Sunday
08:00 until 13:00
Extended access, limited services only