Wessex Private GP

21/10/2026

s🩺❄️ Is Your Winter Medicine Cabinet Ready?

As the colder months approach, now is the perfect time to give your medicine cabinet a little winter check!

Having a few everyday essentials at home can help you manage minor illnesses and feel prepared when those winter coughs, colds and sniffles arrive.

🌡️ A digital thermometer – Useful for checking a raised temperature.

💊 Paracetamol or ibuprofen – For managing aches, pains and fever, where suitable for you.

💧Decongestants such as Saline nasal spray – To help relieve a blocked or stuffy nose.

🍬Throat Lozenges - May help soothe sore throats (check age restrictions for children)

🩹 Basic first aid supplies – Plasters, dressings and antiseptic products for minor cuts and scrapes.

💊Indigestion treatments - Handy for soothing occasional heartburn, acid reflux and indigestion.

💧Oral Re-hydration Salts - Help replace essential fluids lost through diarrhoea or vomitting.

💚 A little winter medicine cabinet housekeeping:
✔️ Check expiry dates.
✔️ Store medicines safely and out of children’s reach.
✔️ Make sure you have any regular prescribed medication you need.
✔️Seek medical advice if you’re unsure which medicines are suitable for you.

And remember, not every winter illness needs antibiotics. Most coughs and colds are caused by viruses and will improve with time and supportive care.

Do seek medical advice for symptoms that are worsening or not improving and urgent help for serious symptoms such as breathing difficulties.

At Wessex Private GP, we’re here when you need additional advice, reassurance or a GP consultation.

Appointments available:
📍 Poundbury | Yeovil | Wincanton

🌐 www.wessexprivategp.co.uk
📞01935 609453

Modern medicine, traditional values.

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19/10/2026

📚 Proud to Support the Dorchester Literary Festival

At Wessex Private GP, we believe that wellbeing is about more than physical health. It’s also about connection, creativity and being part of a thriving community.

We are delighted to be one of the sponsors at the Dorchester Literary Festival, celebrating literature, conversation and the joy of bringing people together.
https://dorchesterliteraryfestival.com/whats-on/

Supporting our local community is at the heart of our traditional values, and we are proud to play a small part in this wonderful event.

💚 Wessex Private GP – Modern Medicine, Traditional Values.
🌐www.wessexprivategp.co.uk
📞01935 609453

13/10/2026

🌿 AGEING WELL WITH JOINED-UP GP CARE

Because growing older shouldn’t mean compromising on your health or independence.

What if having more time with your GP could help you better understand your health and wellbeing?

In his latest blog, Dr Mark Morgan discusses the importance of looking at the whole person, rather than individual symptoms in isolation.

From medication reviews and mobility to sleep, nutrition and managing long-term conditions, our longer GP consultations allow time to explore concerns, ask questions and develop personalised care plans.

At Wessex Private General Practice, we believe in combining traditional GP values with modern, evidence-based medicine.

💚 Personalised care, with time to listen.

📍 Clinics in Poundbury, Yeovil and Wincanton, providing additional healthcare alongside your existing NHS services.

You can read Dr Morgan's full article here:
https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/news/aging-well-with-joined-up-gp-care/

05/10/2026

💚 A fuller picture of your health, with your permission

We’re currently working with Orb Connect to trial a service that allows our GPs to view parts of your NHS record, including recorded health problems, letters and test results.

Having access to this information may help us better understand your health history and provide more informed, personalised care.

🔒 This service is entirely opt-in. We can only access your record if you give your consent, and we cannot make changes to your NHS record.

📧 If you receive an email from Wessex Private GP after booking an appointment, asking for permission to access your NHS record, please consider following the instructions if you would like to take part.

This is a trial at this stage, and we hope it will help us offer an even better-quality service.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us we’re happy to help.

Dr Tham explains more in his blog
https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/service-update/connecting-with-your-nhs-record/

📞01935 609453

With your permission, our GPs can now access your NHS record, allowing you to get the most out of your appointment.

29/09/2026

💙 When should you start thinking about prostate cancer screening?

In his latest blog, Dr Charlie Middle explains why he believes this conversation matters, what a PSA blood test can tell us, and why the result needs to be considered alongside your individual circumstances.

If you have questions about your prostate health, read Charlie’s article here:
https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/news/why-it-is-wrong-to-ignore-prostate-cancer-screening/

📞01935 609234
🌐https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/

Dr Charlie Middle explains the importance of regular PSA prostate cancer screening tests for men which he recommends from age 50.

23/09/2026

📰 From The Telegraph to the local paper!

We were delighted when The Kingston Wing at Yeovil Hospital invited us to write a feature article in August for the Somerset Gazette —and we’re pleased to share it with you here. 💚

Want to find out more about Wessex Private GP and how we can support your health? Visit www.wessexprivategp.co.uk
📞01935 609453

21/09/2026

Got questions about Wessex Private GP? 💚

We know that choosing private healthcare can sometimes come with a few questions, so we’ve put together answers to some of the things we’re asked most often.

✨ Do I need to leave my NHS GP?
No — you can remain registered with your NHS GP and use Wessex Private GP alongside your NHS care.

🩺 What can I see you about?
From everyday health concerns and ongoing conditions to health checks, blood tests and more, our GPs offer time to listen, assess and discuss the right next steps for you.

📍 Where can I see you?
We offer appointments across our three locations: Poundbury, Wincanton Hospital and Kingston Wing at Yeovil Hospital.

📅 How do I book?
Appointments can be booked directly with us — no GP referral required.

💬 Have another question?
You’ll find more answers on the FAQs section of our website.
https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/general-faqs/

🌐www.wessexprivategp.co.uk
📞01963 609453

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A private GP service delivering high quality healthcare to individuals and businesses across Dorset and surrounding areas.

11/09/2026

🍂 Our September Newsletter is here!

As we head into autumn, we’re pleased to share the latest news from Wessex Private GP.

In this month’s edition, you can catch up on what’s been happening across our clinics, along with the latest updates, health information and news from the WPGP team.

👉 Read our September Newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/7ced29428859/whats-new-at-wpgp-this-autumn

We hope you enjoy it — and as always, thank you for being part of the Wessex Private GP community.

Not before time, the exceptional Carla has joined as our Business and Operations Manager. She will take our services and governance to the highest standards.

04/09/2026

🍂 September. Back to school, back to routine… and a chance to get organised.

There’s something about September that feels like a fresh start. As the summer holidays end and familiar routines return, it’s a good time to tackle those things that have been sitting on the to-do list.

If a medical examination is one of them, we can help.

At Wessex Private GP, we offer a range of medicals for work, driving, travel, sport and more, with the time and personal attention you’d expect from WPGP.

In our latest blog, Dr Charlie Middle answers some of the questions we’re commonly asked about medicals — from what to expect and what to bring, to the different types we can provide.

🍂 A new season. A fresh routine. One more thing ticked off the list.

👉 Read Dr Middle’s latest blog https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/gp-advice/not-sure-what-medical-you-need-start-with-a-conversation/

📞01935 609453
🌐https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/

At WPGP, our private medicals are bespoke to you, your lifestyle, your health experiences and expectations.

29/08/2026

✨ Look where we are today! 📰✨

We’re incredibly proud to see Wessex Private GP featured in today’s Saturday edition of The Daily Telegraph!

A fantastic moment for our team and a wonderful opportunity to share what WPGP is all about — more time, personal care and healthcare centered around you. 💚

Seeing Charlie's article sharing the values and principles at the heart of WPGP in the pages of a national newspaper is definitely a proud moment for us!

Pick up a copy today and look out for WPGP! 👀📰

🌐https://wessexprivategp.co.uk/
📞01935 609453