Turton GP

05/05/2026

Depression isn’t always obvious. It can show up as fatigue, irritability, poor focus, body aches, or unhealthy habits. The signs are often subtle. Don’t ignore them. https://wb.md/4wo2H1U

28/04/2026

🧠 “Could this be ADHD?”

It’s a question we’re hearing more often — from adults, parents, and young people trying to make sense of how their brain works.

For some, it’s about more than just distraction…

It might feel like:
🔹 Your mind is always “on” and hard to switch off
🔹 Simple tasks feel overwhelming or hard to start
🔹 You forget things you genuinely meant to do
🔹 You bounce between bursts of energy and total exhaustion
🔹 You’ve always felt a bit “different” but couldn’t explain why

💬 For many people, learning about ADHD can be a real lightbulb moment — especially when those patterns have been there since childhood.

At the same time, other things like stress, anxiety, poor sleep, or burnout can feel very similar. That’s why it’s important not to jump to conclusions, but also not to ignore what you’re experiencing.

👉 If you’re wondering whether ADHD might be part of the picture:
✔️ Start noticing patterns in your day-to-day life
✔️ Reflect on whether this has been there since childhood
✔️ Have a conversation with your GP — we’re here to listen and help guide you

You’re not wasting anyone’s time by asking the question.

📩 Reach out if this resonates:🌐 www.turtongp.co.uk
🔗 https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/consultants/john-emery

Dr John Emery is a private GP at the Beaumont Hospital in Bolton, Greater Manchester.

26/04/2026

Diabetes can affect anyone, at any stage of life.

Support at home, school, work and during pregnancy makes a real difference.

Listen, learn and show up for those living with diabetes.

22/04/2026

21/04/2026

Ever walk into a room and completely forget why you went in there?

Or lose your words halfway through a sentence?

Or just feel… not quite as sharp as you used to?

We hear this a lot in clinic. People often call it “brain fog”.

It’s frustrating — and it can make you worry something’s not right.

In many cases, there is a reason for it. Common ones we see include:

• Not sleeping properly• Stress building up over time• Hormonal changes (especially in your 40s/50s)• Low iron or B12• Thyroid problems• Sometimes after an illness

It often creeps up slowly, so you don’t notice it at first — until you do.

You don’t have to just put up with it or assume it’s “just getting older”.

If this sounds like you, it’s worth a conversation. We can usually help get to the bottom of it.

You can find out more at www.turtongp.co.uk

Or if you’d prefer to read more about Dr Emery:

https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/consultants/john-emery

21/04/2026

This week is MS Awareness Week.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition that affects the brain and spinal cord.

There are lots of possible symptoms of MS. Everyone with this condition is affected differently.

ℹ️ http://nhs.uk/conditions/multiple-sclerosis/

17/04/2026

14/04/2026

Why are you still tired… even after 8 hours in bed?

It’s not always about how long you sleep—but how well you sleep.

Late-night scrolling. Irregular bedtimes. Watching “just one more episode”…
These small habits quietly disrupt your body clock and reduce sleep quality—without you even realising.

Signs your sleep might need attention:
😴 Waking up unrefreshed
😴 Struggling to fall asleep some nights
😴 Feeling wired at night but exhausted in the morning
😴 Relying on caffeine to get through the day

The good news? Simple changes can make a big difference.

But if you’ve tried the basics and still feel exhausted, there could be an underlying issue worth exploring.

👉 Better sleep starts with understanding your sleep.

If this sounds familiar, it might be time for a more personalised approach.

Find out more or book here:
Consultant Profile – John Emery

13/04/2026

April is IBS Awareness Month.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

It can be very frustrating to live with and have a big impact on your everyday life.

Find out more, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/

11/04/2026

🚨 “It’s just tiredness…” — or is it?

You’re exhausted.
Snappy.
Struggling to focus.
Sleeping… but never feeling refreshed.

So you push on — work, family, life.

But what if it’s not just being busy?

💡 These symptoms are often brushed off, yet can be linked to:
• Low iron or B12
• Thyroid problems
• Hormonal changes
• Poor sleep (including sleep apnoea)
• Ongoing stress effects

👉 The problem?
They creep in slowly — until “not feeling right” becomes your normal.

At Turton GP, we look deeper. No rushing. No brushing it off.

✔️ Proper time to talk
✔️ Thorough assessments
✔️ Quick access to tests and answers

✨ You don’t have to just put up with it.

👉 Take the first step today:
🔗 Book your appointment

11/04/2026