Merepark Medical Centre

18/03/2026

Women’s Health Roadshow
Wednesday 29th April
1pm - 6pm

11/03/2026

Young Carers Action Day 2026, held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the theme is "Fair Futures for Young Carers".
Organised by the Carers Trust, this theme focuses on ensuring young carers have the same opportunities as their p*ers, including access to education, training, and support to reach their full potential.

Helping a young carer involves reducing their practical burden, providing emotional support, and ensuring they have time for themselves.

Young Carers Action Day is an annual event that takes place in mid-March. The next Young Carers Action Day will take part on Wednesday 11th March 2026. The day is organised and led by Carers Trust, and we encourage as many organisations, communities and individuals as possible to take part in the da...

11/03/2026

No Smoking Day 11th March

Quit smoking
When you quit smoking, good things start to happen. You'll begin to see almost immediate improvements to your health.
It's never too late to quit and it's easier to stop smoking with the right support. Why not start by downloading the free NHS Quit Smoking app to track your progress and get daily motivation?
You don't need to imagine a life without smoking, you can live it!

There are always health and financial benefits to quitting smoking, but quitting now will help you:
1. Reduce your risk of diseases caused by smoking such as cancer, diabetes, heart attack, emphysema, bronchitis and stroke. Quitting will improve your health.
2. Stopping smoking allows your body to repair itself – after 8 hours oxygen levels return to normal, after 2 days, your lungs start clearing out smoking debris, after 3 days breathing becomes easier and within weeks, your heart attack risk begins to drop.
3. Protect the health of others. Exposure to secondhand smoke also increases the risk of complications from respiratory infections, especially in children. It also increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes and cancer.

Download the free NHS Quit Smoking app or Your GP, pharmacist or health visitor
can refer you.

09/03/2026

The Lullaby Trust's Safer Sleep Week
March 9th to March 15th, 2026, a national awareness campaign to educate parents and carers about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and risk-reduction advice, aiming to save lives by promoting safe sleeping practices like back-sleeping, room-sharing, and avoiding overheating.

More information available on

https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk

The Lullaby Trust is a charity dedicated to keeping babies safe and grieving families supported. We give families a safer start to life...

09/03/2026

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Ovarian cancer can be difficult to detect in its early stages, due to many of its symptoms being associated with other, much less serious illnesses such as irritable bowel syndrome. If left undiagnosed and untreated, however, ovarian cancer can become more serious over time.

What are the main symptoms of ovarian cancer?
Ovarian cancer has four main symptoms:
•Persistent stomach pain
•Persistent bloating
•Difficulty eating/feeling full more quickly
•Needing to wee more frequently

Ovarian cancer symptoms might also include:
•Indigestion
•Back pain
•Changes in bowel habits (going more often or a lot less)
•Unexplained weight loss
•Post-menopausal vaginal bleeding
•Extreme tiredness

Make an appointment with your GP as soon as possible. Keep a record of the symptoms you are experiencing and have your notes to hand when you speak to your doctor, to help them make a diagnosis.

02/03/2026

No More Week
Aimed at empowering change and ending domestic, s*xual violence and bullying.
Here are some ways you can make a difference and contribute to this important cause:
• Educate yourself and others
• Start Conversations
• Support Survivors
• Utilise Social Media
• Be an Active Bystander
• Advocate for Change

Remember, every action, no matter how small, has the potential to create a ripple effect of positive change.
Together, we can build a UK where everyone feels safe, respected, and free from the fear of violence.
Let’s join hands in saying NO MORE to violence and YES to a brighter, more inclusive future.

01/03/2026

Endometriosis Awareness Month
Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places, such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
Endometriosis can affect women of any age, including teenagers. It's a long-term condition that can have a significant impact on your life, but there are treatments that can help.
The symptoms of endometriosis can vary. Some women are badly affected, while others might not have any noticeable symptoms.

Some common symptoms of endometriosis are:

Pain in your lower tummy or back (pelvic pain) – usually worse during your period
Period pain that stops you doing your normal activities
Pain during or after s*x
Pain when p*eing or pooing during your period
Feeling sick, constipation, diarrhoea, or blood in your p*e or poo during your period
Difficulty getting pregnant

See a GP if you have symptoms of endometriosis, especially if they're having a big impact on your life.

23/02/2026

Eating Disorder Awareness Week

If you think you may have an eating disorder, see a GP as soon as you can.
A GP will ask about your eating habits and how you're feeling, plus check your overall health and weight. They may refer you to an eating disorder specialist or team of specialists.

Warning signs to look out for include:
Dramatic weight loss
Lying about how much they've eaten, when they've eaten, or their weight
Eating a lot of food very fast
Going to the bathroom a lot after eating
Exercising a lot
Avoiding eating with others
Cutting food into small pieces or eating very slowly
Wearing loose or baggy clothes to hide their weight loss

It can be very hard to admit you have a problem and ask for help. It may make things easier if you bring a friend or loved one with you to your appointment.
You can also talk in confidence to an adviser from eating disorders charity Beat by calling the Beat helpline on 0808 801 0677.

23/02/2026

February Newsletter

13/02/2026

Please be aware we are currently having some technical issues which is affecting our software systems.
It is a national problem and we have been assured this is being worked on and should be back up and working ASAP.

We will keep you updated, thank you for your patience and understanding.
Merepark Medical Centre

29/01/2026

Essential Baby Clinic on Wednesday 4th February unfortunately will n̲o̲t̲ be running at Alsager medical centre.

Apologies for any inconvenience caused, please contact the 0-19 hub if advice or support is required in the interim on 0300 123 4058

Essential Baby Clinic will resume on Wednesday 11th February

From
0-19 Team

19/01/2026

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
19th - 25th January 2025

Cervical screening is one of the best ways to protect yourself from cervical cancer.

We want to ensure all women and people with a cervix know how cervical cancer can be prevented. This means:

Attending cervical screening when invited
Knowing the symptoms of cervical cancer and seeking medical advice if experiencing any:
Taking up the HPV vaccination if aged 11-18
Knowing where to find support and further information

Symptoms of cervical cancer include:

vaginal bleeding that's unusual for you – including bleeding during or after s*x, between your periods or after the menopause, or having heavier periods than usual
changes to your vaginal discharge
pain during s*x
pain in your lower back, between your hip bones (pelvis), or in your lower tummy
If you have another condition like fibroids or endometriosis, you may get symptoms like these regularly.

Contact the surgery and book your cervical screening appointment with our practice nurse.