Paxton Medical Group

06/01/2026

ARC Yorkshire and Humber researchers have launched a free online toolkit called toothPASTE to help parents of autistic children improve their dental health, addressing the significant challenge that one in four autistic children have tooth decay by age five and are twice as likely to need dental treatment under general anaesthetic. Their site has a host of brilliant resources and tips to support:

Advice and support for families of young autistic children to care for their teeth and gums.

05/01/2026

02/01/2026

MMRV is now part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme, replacing the MMR vaccine.

It protects against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox.

Chickenpox is very common and can sometimes lead to serious complications, so vaccination helps reduce the risk of serious illness as children grow.

You don’t need to do anything — your GP will be in touch when your child is due.

More advice ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/

02/01/2026

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31/12/2025

An AMBER cold health alert has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency for the until 5th January.

While exposure to cold weather can affect anyone, some people are particularly at risk.

UKHSA has published guidance on staying safe during cold weather.

30/12/2025

24/12/2025

Some really useful and supportive tips from our friends at Maggie's Wirral supporting Merseyside & Cheshire:

https://www.maggies.org/about-us/news/christmas-be-prepared/?fbclid=IwY2xjawO47rtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETB2aDJURmRNaWdzMUhCUFB2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHilBoADuQLrcriy8jFh3cx6QojuEKg4rOjrKtNOZqlsqi0sTifurUJzuJti3_aem_GnrqEsr33ftB8B7E-suQtQ

Find practical and emotional support for coping with cancer at Christmas, and where to find support over the festive season and new year.

24/12/2025

**CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS** As we approach Christmas here's a reminder of our opening hours over the festive period:

Christmas Eve: Wednesday 24th December 8am - 6.30pm
Christmas Day: Thursday 25th December CLOSED
Boxing Day: Friday 26th December CLOSED
Saturday 27th December: CLOSED
Sunday 28th December: CLOSED
Monday 29th December: Open 8am- 6.30pm
Tuesday 30th December: Open 8am-6.30pm
News Year's Eve: Wednesday 31st December: 8am-6.30pm
New Year's Day: Thursday 1st January - CLOSED
Friday 2nd January: Open 8am- 6.30pm

If you need medical attention during times when we are closed, you can contact 111, use the local walk in centres or visit your local pharmacy.

Make we take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas, From all at Paxton Medical Group.

23/12/2025

Our social prescribers were out in community today picking up parcels to ensure that our patients are supported during the festive period. Thank you to the team at Wirral Foodbank for all that you do.

23/12/2025

SKY NEWS: 'Out of a job and on benefits: Why Britain isn't working
Rising unemployment, falling job vacancies, and millions have given up looking for work as mental health problems take their toll and the benefits bill soars.'

Dr Fraser joined other local voices to speak with business and economics correspondent Gurpreet Narwan from Sky News :
https://news.sky.com/story/out-of-a-job-and-on-benefits-why-britain-isnt-working-13483807

22/12/2025

It's our last walk and talk group of the year tomorrow! Join our health coaches and fellow patients as they head for some seasonal steps in Birkenhead Park. A great opportunity for some gentle exercise, fresh air and good company! The group meets in our Claughton reception area at 11am. All welcome!

Tomorrow it's our final walk and talk group of the year! Join our health coaches as they head out to Birkenhead Park for some seasonal steps! Gentle exercise, fresh air and good company. The group meets at reception at Claughton Paxton Medical Group at 11am. We look forward to welcoming you!

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