We do not issue Blue badges from the medical practice. For more information and to see if you’re eligible and how you can apply visit the Oxfordshire Council website. Find out more
It is practice policy not to provide supporting evidence for blue badge applications, please do not ask your GP to do this. If the local council requires more information they will contact your GP direct.

A support service in Oxfordshire for people with Asperger Syndrome or High-Functioning Autism. Find out more

Join a Lipreading course now and get your confidence back, there will be a course not too far from your door!

Lipreading courses are subsidised directly by Oxfordshire Adult Learning and fully supported and recommended by the Audiology Department at the John Radcliffe Hospital.

For further information kindly contact Sue Ferris on 07775 625 075

Contact via email

To enrol on one of our courses contact 0845 351 0646

Oxfordshire Country Council – Adult Learning

Course locations and fees for Lip Reading and British Sign Language

The British Red Cross Medical Loan Service can provide short term loans of items such as wheelchairs, commodes and many other items. A Deposit is usually required.

The Witney Branch loan items, from the Methodist Church in the High Street between 1.30pm and 3.30pm on Tuesdays.

For Further details Contact Brenda Tomlin on 07951 746868
Alternatively you can visit the Red Cross Website or call them on 0845 0547 400

NHS and private podiatry services are available for foot health, advice and treatment. The service is available based on need, regardless of age. A doctors’ referral is necessary. Book an appointment 01993 862120

Oxford Eye Hospital provides a walk-in service for urgent eye symptoms. Open Monday – Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm, Weekends and Bank Holidays 8.30am – 3.00pm. Find out more

Local opticians are participating in a new service which provides assessment and treatment for people with recently occuring minor eye conditions. Find out more

Students who are going to University are recommended to have the Men ACWY vaccination.

View the information leaflet from Public Health England

More information on NHS Choices

Calculate your Due DateYour Antenatal Appointments ExplainedFind Maternity Services Near you

A Community Midwife shares in the care of all mothers before and after delivery. She can be contacted by the Medical Practice on 01993 702911

For non-urgent calls please leave a message on the answer phone at 01993 708742

For immediate attention telephone 01865 220221

Information on Maternity Care

Whatever you want to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant or caring for your new baby, you should find it here – NHS Choices – Your Pregnancy & Baby Guide

The midwives run a clinic at the Witney Community Hospital from Monday to Friday 1.00pm – 4.00pm. Anyone wishing to see a midwife for advice will be welcome at this clinic.01993 708742

If you’re planning on getting pregnant, you can improve your chances of conceiving and having a successful pregnancy. Follow these steps

Provides key facts and resources for Antenatal and Newborn screening programmes. Find out more

Online therapy package designed specifically to support people caring for someone with Dementia. Find out more

Free, confidential advice, support, advocacy and information. 27 Horsefair, Banbury OX16 0AE 08457 125546

Emergency Carers support service

There are also courses available for carers, available in various location or online. Find out more

This site provides a wealth of information for carers. Find out more

A free service for or carers of patients affected by mental illness. Patients to not have to be receiving help or have formal diagnoses. Telephone 01865 455877

Social Services may be able to help both the carer and the person for whom they are caring. Find out more

Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness that most children catch at some point. Find out more

A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5C (99.5F) is a fever. Find out more

From warts and measles to chickenpox and tonsillitis, find out how to recognise some of the most common childhood conditions NHS Choices – Childhood Illness

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that can affect young children. Find out more

Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children. Find out more

See the NHS Vaccination Schedule

Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection that’s most common in children, It usually causes a bright red rash to develop on the cheeks. Find out more

The Health Visiting Team offer advice and support for well babies and children every Wednesday at the Wesley Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) from 9.15am – 11.00am.

Witney Children’s Centre

We do not provide emergency dental treatment in this health centre.

If you are registered with a dentist then telephone them in an emergency.

Alternatively, please contact NHS 111

Find a Dentist near you

The county have organised a campaign to increase the early reporting of abuse and to publicise a range of services to help people experiencing abuse and their families and friends. The helpline has been launched with 250 champions in front-line agencies across Oxfordshire, trained to help and support victims, providing a one-stop service. Contact them now 0800 731 0055

Provides advice, support anmd help for people affected by domestic violence. Find out more

Oxford Women’s Aid 01865 791416

Domestic Violence Coordinators 01295 754625

Housing Rights 01865 247853

Victim Support 01865 751511

Telephone 01865 328400

Provides support to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drinking. Find out more

A small charity working in England and Wales trying to change the conversations and attitudes people have about alcohol. Find out more

A youth charity based in Witney. Telephone 01993 774402 Find out more

If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.0300 123 1110

Find a Local Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

Drinking a bit too much can sneak up on you. Our free drinks tracker app makes it easy to keep an eye on the booze and take control with daily tips and feedback.

Download on the Apple App Store

Download on the Android App Store

If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.0300 123 6600 Talk online

For help with drug and alcohol advice. Telephone 01993 849405

1000For more information about the benefits of drinking less, top tips and more visit NHS Choices – Drinking and Alcohol
Alternatively, for more information on how drug misuse can be harmful to your health visit NHS Choices – The Effects of Drugs

The UK largest charity working with older people. Find out more

Details on virtually all UK based care homes. Find out more

Footcare Sole Mates is a simple footcare service to help maintain and improve the independence and mobility of older people in our community.

This service is for older people who are unable to cut their own nails through reasons of frailty and difficulty bending, poor eyesight or problems with dexterity.

There is a fee of £13 per treatment.
For further information please contact Sole Mates on 01865 717615 or email solemates@ageukoxfordshire.org.uk

Exercise for over 50’s, provided by Age UK Oxfordshire’s physical activity service. Find out more

We have a range of information and links for bereavement support, planning ahead and end of life decisions.
Find out more

Children’s Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices

Flu and the Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices

Flu Vaccine FAQ’s – NHS Choices

The Flu Vaccination – gov.uk (PDF)

Which Flu Vaccine should children have? – gov.uk (PDF)

Hay fever is caused by an allergy to pollen. The symptoms of hay fever are caused when a person has an allergic reaction to pollen. Common hay fever symptoms are:

• – a runny, itchy and/or blocked nose
• – sneezing
• – itchy eyes

Find your local Pharmacy

Steroid nasal sprays help to prevent or reduce inflammation in the lining of the nose and some can help to relieve watery eyes.

Available from your local pharmacy.

Decongestant nasal sprays and tablets are used to unblock the nose.

Available from your local pharmacy.

Eye drops can be used to treat itchy or watery eyes.

Available from your local pharmacy.

Antihistamines help to relieve a runny nose, sneezing, itching and watery eyes.

Available from your local pharmacy.

For more information about hay fever and how to treat it visit

NHS Choices – Hay fever

Developed by the Oxfordshire GP Federations with NHS funding, COACH is a one-stop 24/7 health and care resource. Easily access trusted information needed to understand and manage health conditions and find local health and care support services. Find out more

Oxfordshire CCG has launched a new smartphone app to provide local people with valuable advice about the best places to get help when they are ill or injured in Oxfordshire. Find out more

791 leaflets on health and disease. Our GPs have these same leaflets on their computer to print out for patients and carers during consultations. Find out more

Depression Alliance is the leading charity in the UK for anyone affected by depression. Offers opportunities to meet and chat, join a self-help group and learn more about treatment and recovery. Get advice now

Find a Local Mental Health Services

Information and Support for all mental health issues. Mind Infoline 0300 123 3393 Find out more

Links to mental health and community services in Oxfordshire, provided by Oxfordshire County Council. Find out more

Help, information and support for all those affected by mental illness. Find out more

Information and discussion on a range of mental health topics, including podcasts and videos. Find out more

If something is troubling you, call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.116 123 Find out more

SANE is a leading UK mental health charity working to improve quality of life for anyone affected by mental illness. Telephone 0845 7678000 Find out more

A specialist mental health service for anyone who has served in the British Armed Forces (regular and reserves)South Central Veteran’s Service

This service is for people aged 18 upwards with mild to moderate anxiety disorders and depression, including those over 65. 01865 901222 Find out more

CBT Group Newsletter

The brand new Harm Minimisation Service (HMS) has replaced the former Specialist Community Addictions Service (SCAS), offering a
range of new services.

Find out more

Clinic Opening and Drop-in Times

For more information about mental health, ways to cope with it and more visit

NHS Choices – Mental Health

One You – Feeling Stressed?

Is your baby sleeping safely? Find out more

For babies up to 12 weeks old, offering health advice and support with feeding. Bring your lunch and meet new parents. Every Thursday from 11.30am – 1.00pm at the Wesley Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) in the Radford Room.

Health Visiting – Children and Young People

This clinic is held on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Witney Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) in the Wesley Centre from 11.30am – 12.30pm.

NHS Choices – Children and Babies

The Health Visiting Team offer advice and support for well babies and children at the Wesley Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) from 9.15am – 11.00am.

Witney Children’s Centre

Self Treatment for a build-up of ear wax is often safe and effective. Please read and follow the guidance in our self-treatment leaflet for at least seven days before booking an appointment with a Practice Nurse. Book an appointment 01993 702911

The Minor Illness clinic is run by our specially trained nurses, who are able to assess, diagnose and treat most problems, provide prescriptions when required and have the back up of the Duty Doctor at all times. This clinic is not suitable for babies under the age of six months. Book an appointment 01993 702911

Find out more

Most of the doctors carry out minor surgery. This can involve freezing warts, removing lumps and bumps and injecting joints. Book an appointment 01993 702911

Dr Bright offers an ear suction service for certain ear problems. You need to see your own GP who will make arrangements with Dr Bright as necessary. This service is unique in this area and often removes the need to travel to the hospital.

NHS Minor Injury and First Aid Units leaflet

Brook provides free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing services for nearly 250,000 young people UK-wide, each year. Get advice now

We now offer a free Chlamydia screening service which is available at the Health Centre. Our patients can access screening by requesting a kit through the Oxfordshire Contraception and Sexual Health services at The Alec Turnbull Centre, First floor, Raglan House between Towns Road Cowley Oxford OX4 3JH.

Opening times are:
Monday -Thursday 9.30am – 7.00pm
Friday 9.30am – 4.00pm
Saturday 10.30am -1.30pm.

Contact them on 01865 456666

Find a Local Sexual Health Clinic

For more information about Sexual Health topics including a contraception guide visit NHS Choices – Sexual Health

They are a sexual health charity. They give straightforward information and support on sexual health, sex and relationships to everyone in the UK. Find out more

This website is aimed at everyone who is sexually active and provides information on contraception, STIs, unplanned pregnancy, emergency contraception and sexual assault. Find out more

For advice and information on Prostate Cancer call the Specialist nurses on 0800 074 8383

Find out more

We provide a walk-in sexual health clinic for registered and non-registered patients on the ground floor at the Windrush Health Centre, Mondays and Wednesdays from 3.30pm – 6.30pm. Registered patients can also access family planning advice and a range of contraceptive services with our nurses. Book an appointment 01993 702911

Find out more

The Family Planning Association Sexual health help line can give you confidential information and advice 0845 122 8690

Offers advice about unexpected pregnancy, free testing and post abortion advice. They also offer a 10 week one-to-one post abortion recovery clinic. Contact them on 07815 645534

Email

For more information visit NHS Choices – Physiotherapy

Facilities are available at Witney Community Hospital. A referral from your doctor is necessary. Book an appointment 01865 904222

The following booklets have been provided by the Oxford University Hospital Trust.

ACL Reconstruction

Activity Levels

Ankle Sprain

Clavicle

Knee

Low Back Pain

Phalangeal Fractures

Tenosynovitis

Whiplash

Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) was established in 1971 (20 January) by the Royal College of Physicians. It is a campaigning public health charity that works to eliminate the harm caused by tobacco. Find out more

The free Stop Smoking service for Oxfordshire. Find out more

For more on the benefits of stopping smoking or to make an appointment without calling the practice. Find out more

Find Local Stop Smoking Services

Everyone has a different reason for quitting, get a personalised Quit Smoking Plan. Get a plan now

Choose from an app, Quit Kit, email, SMS and face-to-face guidance. Sign up now

The Smokefree app can help you stop smoking by providing daily support and motivation. If you stay smokefree for the 4-week programme you’re up to five times more likely to stay quit for good.

Download on the Apple App Store

Download on the Android App Store

Advice, support and online tools for smoking cessation. Find out more

Contact the Smoking Cessation Advisor at the Windrush Health Centre and make an appointment 01993 702911

For more information about the benefits of stopping smoking, top tips and more visit

NHS Choices – Stop Smoking

One You – Thinking of quitting?

You can book times to have blood tests on:

• Mondays to Fridays AM
• Tuesdays to Thursdays PM

Book your blood test online

Alternatively, telephone the surgery between:

• 11.00am – 12.15pm or
• 2.30pm – 6.00pm

ECGs are ordered by the doctor and carried out by a nurse or one of the health care team, and are done by appointment only.

Find out more about the procedure here

Request results of tests done in the practice.

Find out more

Calculation your BMI using this NHS Choices Tools

The plan is designed to help you lose weight and keep it off. Get started now

The Couch to 5K app has been designed to get you off the couch and running in just 9 weeks. Grab your trainers, download the app and follow the step-by-step instructions.

Download on the Apple App Store

Download on the Android App Store

The free Easy Meals app is a great way to eat foods that are healthier for you. You’ll find delicious, easy meal ideas to help get you going if you’re ever short of inspiration.

Download on the Apple App Store

Download on the Android App Store

You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight. Find out more

Get help and advice from NHS Choices including 10 Minute workouts, 12 week fitness plan, running & cycling for beginners and much more. Get help now

Meetings, Online or a little bit of both. We’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle. Find out more

For more information about the benefits of losing weight, top tips and more visit

NHS Choices – Weight Loss

One You – How healthy is your food?

One You – How much have you moved today?