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Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen below. It makes a dramatic difference to us here at Mount Road Practice & also to the NHS … [continue] Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments in March 2024.

Dr Faheem Naeem has unfortunately made the decision to move on to pastures new. We are sorry to see him go and are grateful to Dr Naeem for his contribution … [continue] 📣 ANNOUNCEMENT – WE ARE RECRUITING!📣

The NHS Pharmacy First Advanced Service has launched today. The new service provides professional health care advice, treatments, and medicines for common illnesses without the need for an appointment. This … [continue] New service alert!

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments in December! Our DNA (did not attend) figures for December 2023 can be seen below.   It makes a dramatic difference … [continue] December 2023 DNA Figures

Our DNA (did not attend) figures for November 2023 can be seen below. It makes a dramatic difference to us here at Mount Road Practice & also to the NHS … [continue] Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments in November!

Thank you to the 98% of patients who attended their appointments in October. If you are unable to attend for your appointment, please make every effort to let us know … [continue]

You can go to most high street opticians to get these tests. If you are eligible, you’re entitled to your free eye test every two years, however your optician may … [continue] Did you know that you could be entitled to a free NHS sight test or an optical voucher to reduce the cost of glasses or contact lenses?

It’s important to look after your health when moving away from home. This includes registering with a new GP and finding your local sexual health service. Visit Getting medical care … [continue] Are you a student living away from home?

As flu season is upon us, we want to remind you to prioritise your health and get vaccinated. Let’s do our bit to prevent the spread of the flu and … [continue] Protect yourself and others, don’t forget your flu jab!

High blood pressure often goes unnoticed, yet it’s a silent threat to your health. Get to know your numbers and take control of your well-being: -Systolic Pressure: this is the … [continue] Your blood pressure matters!

We are unable to contact you effectively and efficiently without your up to date contact details. Please notify us if you change your address and it is within our catchment … [continue] Please update your contact details!

The NHS App give you 24/7 access to a range of NHS services. Use the app to: • Book and cancel appointments – book, view and cancel appointments at your … [continue] Do you know about the NHS App?

Today is World Mental Health Day! 10th October 2023 is a day to raise awareness of mental health problems, more and more of us are aware of mental health, but … [continue] World Mental Health Day 2023

We have appointments available for Covid and Flu vaccinations for patients who are eligible for these (People aged 65 or over and those in an at-risk group). If you’re eligible … [continue] Book your Covid & Flu vaccinations now!

Did you know that you can request & manage your repeat prescriptions from the surgery in the NHS App? There is no need to wait until the surgery opens, you … [continue] Request and manage your prescriptions online!

Our PCN Practice Coordinators will be running a free workshop at Mount Road Practice to help set yourself up on the NHS App. You can order prescriptions, access medical records … [continue] Invitation for Mount Road Practice Patients – Thursday 12th October (1pm-3pm)

My Planned Care My Planned Care gives you advice and support while you wait and helps you to prepare for your hospital consultation, treatment, or surgery. This includes giving you information … [continue] My Planned Care

Please follow Newcastle North PCN’s Facebook page for the latest information on the wider care within our PCN. Posts may include updates on Services, Staff and the way that your … [continue] Newcastle North PCN’s Facebook Page

Come join us on a 6-week virtual journey across parts of Staffordshire inspiring you to try art out of doors, including using natural resources as well as traditional art materials. … [continue] Journey Outdoors With Art

We are pleased to announce that the North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust’s online All-Age Wellbeing Portal self-referral system for adults and people with learning disabilities is now live. This … [continue] Self-referral for Adults and People with learning disabilities is now live!

Our practice is working closely with local pharmacists. It may be more appropriate to have your NHS consultation with a trained pharmacist instead of the GP practice. #PharmacistConsultation

There is a new HIB & STI Counselling Service available for our patients HIV and STI LGBTQ+ Counselling Poster

There is a new free counselling service if for our LGBTQ+ patients LGBTQ+ Counselling Poster

Change in Out Of Hours Provider for Thursday afternoons ONLY. From Thursday 6th April 2023 our OOH provider has changed. All registered patients can ring 01782 651651 from 1pm until … [continue] Change in Out Of Hours Service for Thursday Afternoons ONLY

Spending time in green spaces is one of the best way to look after our mental health, this spring you are welcome to join me outdoors and talk about what … [continue] See Me Outdoors! – James Treasure

It is useful for us to communicate through text messages to capture information but appreciate that it may not be ideal for all. If you do not wish to communicate … [continue] Important Notice – Text Messaging

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK. Yet the latest data shows that almost one third of people who were sent an NHS bowel cancer screening … [continue] NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Campaign

Your views can help improve local GP and health services Some patients registered at this GP practice will soon be invited to take part in a national survey about their … [continue] Patient Feedback Survey

#LungCancer if it is caught early, treatment can be simpler and more successful. If you are invited to your #NHSLungHealthCheck then please attend as it could save your life. For … [continue] Targeted Lung Health Checks