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Help Us, Help You – Cancer – Early Diagnosis

If something in your body doesn’t feel right, don’t carry the worry of cancer with you.Tests could put your mind at rest.Until you find out, you can’t rule it out.Contact your GP practice. Learn more here: Cancer – Signs and symptoms – NHS

BLUE MONDAY, Time for a cuppa?

Monday 20th January is said to be the “saddest” day of the year. Not for everyone, but for some, this can be both a difficult day or even month. Just reaching out and asking someone how they are, can give them the opportunity to open up about how they’re feeling. Don’t forget to put aside … Continued

Patient Winter Vaccination Survey – Have Your Say

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

Bowel Cancer Screening Programme 50-74yrs

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: top tips for success

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

Make 2025 the year you quit smoking for good!

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