Every interaction is a chance to build your child’s brain. Anytime, anywhere, at home or out and about, it all adds up. Learn more about the impact you can have at Start for Life. NHS tips and advice learn more: Early learning and development – Start for Life – NHS – NHS
We would like to understand more about why people are deciding to get vaccinated against Flu or COVID-19 or a choice of one over the other. We are asking patients across the PCN Practices (The Whickham Practice, Chainbridge Medical Practice, Glenpark Medical Centre, Teams Medical Practice and Sunniside Surgery) for their views so we can … Continued
The NHS have started a new programme for ALL patients aged between 50yrs to 74yrs. Detecting any cancer early is a huge benefit, so you’ll soon see these drop through your letterbox. Should you wish to, follow the easy read instructions to complete your test. More information about the screening programme can be found here: … Continued
Dry January is the UK’s one-month alcohol-free challenge. It isn’t about giving anything up, it’s about getting something back, fun, energy or your calm back. What are the benefits of Dry January? 86% of people save money 70% of people sleep better 65% of people notice generally improved health Find a substitute non-alcoholic drink: In social … Continued
The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much. Like – not being able to raise your arm. F – Face A – Arm S – Speech T- Time to call 999 But any sign of a stroke is always an emergency. Face or arm or speech, at the first sign, it’s time … Continued
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11th January 2026 is Less Survivable Cancers Awareness Day – 11/01/25 The day aims to raise awareness about less survivable cancers and the importance of early diagnosis in improving survival and quality of life for people diagnosed with these cancers. Currently, in the UK over 90,000 people are diagnosed with one of the less survivable … Continued
Join thousands of other people preparing to quit smoking this New Year. You’re far more likely to quit smoking successfully with the right support. Discover what’savailable at NHS Better Health and prepare to quit for good this New Year. There are a host of resources available to help you quit here: Quit smoking – Better … Continued
We are now offering additional appointments for winter health needs held at our practices. Contact your usual GP to book.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Each year, more than 3,200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the UK. This type of cancer can affect people of all ages. Very early-stage cervical cancer may not cause any symptoms. You can reduce your risk by attending cervical screening, which aims to find and treat changes to … Continued
