The Sidings Medical Practice

13/02/2026

💙 Calling all carers – we need your voice 💙

Do you care for someone living with or beyond cancer, or are you a carer who has cancer yourself? We’re inviting carers to take part in a short, anonymous survey to help shape a new information and support resource designed around what carers actually need.

This project will create a practical, easy-to-use resource to help carers access the right information and support at the right time.

By completing the survey, carers can help us understand:
✔️ What information and support carers currently receive
✔️ What has been most helpful
✔️ How information could be improved – including content, format, timing, or how it’s shared

There’s also an option to be more involved through case studies and feedback, if you’d like.

📝 Complete the survey here:
👉 https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/JDD50C/

All responses are anonymous, and no personal information is included in reports. Our privacy notice is available on our website.

🙏 If you support carers or families affected by cancer, please share this post with your networks so we can help ensure carers get the information and support they need, when they need it.

📧 For more information about the project, please contact:
enquiries@hwlincs.co.uk

Thank you for helping us support carers in our community 💙

Please take a few minutes to take our survey.

26/01/2026

Always wondered what to do with your old bras? Wonder no more!! We now have a bra bank at the Sidings medical practice. You don't have to be a patient to donate. Thank you. X

21/01/2026

💗 Calling all women aged 25–64 💗
✨ Don’t risk dying of embarrassment ✨

Feeling nervous or embarrassed about your smear test is completely normal — but you’re not alone. Nurses and clinicians carry out cervical screening every day. They’re friendly, professional, and there to support you.

💬 “I’ve just had mine — the nurse was great. They’ve seen it all before!”

Cervical screening can detect changes early and save lives. A few minutes could make a life-saving difference.

📅 If you’ve been putting it off, now is the time to book your appointment with your GP practice.

💕 Cervical screening saves lives. Don’t be the one missing out.

06/01/2026

Cold weather can make the symptoms of your lung condition worse and increase your risk of becoming unwell.

Cold air can cause your airways to narrow. This can increase the amount of mucus you produce and make it harder to breathe.

Cold, dry air can also irritate your airways and make symptoms like wheezing, coughing and breathlessness worse.

Cold temperatures can weaken your immune system too, making it harder for you to fight respiratory infections like colds and flu.

Read this useful advice from Asthma & Lung UK to support you -
https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/living-with/cold-weather....

Cold weather can make the symptoms of your lung condition worse and increase your risk becoming unwell. Find out how to stay well this winter.

29/12/2025

Our opening hours into the New Year are as follows:

Monday 29th: Normal Opening Hours
Tuesday 30th: Normal Opening Hours
Wednesday 31st: Normal Opening Hours
Thursday 1st: Closed
Friday 2nd: Normal Opening Hours

If you need help when we are closed, here is how you can still access the right care, at the right time:

For minor illnesses or conditions:
Your local pharmacist can provide expert advice and treatment options for common ailments like colds, sore throats, and upset stomachs. Many also operate under the Pharmacy First scheme.

For urgent, non-life-threatening concerns:
Visit the NHS 111 online service or call 111 free from any phone.
They can offer guidance and direct you to the most suitable local service, such as an Urgent Treatment Centre or Minor Injury Unit.

For life-threatening emergencies:
In an emergency, such as severe chest pain, significant injury, or loss of consciousness, always call 999 or go to A&E.

21/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all our patients! 🎄
Please remember to order your medications in good time to avoid running out over the holiday period. If you need medical advice when we’re closed, you can contact NHS 111 for help.
We will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day and will reopen as normal Monday 29th December.
Wishing you a happy and safe Christmas!

05/12/2025

Super sidings team feeling festive xx

03/12/2025

Dont forget we are a drop off point for the homeless shelter. Looking forward to your donations.

03/12/2025

Please note that from the week commencing 5th January 2026 for 3 weeks, there will be some minor disruption to 3 of the nurses rooms due refurbishment. We appreciate your support and understanding. This refurbishment will provide a nicer environment for your care. Thank you. Angie deputy pm.

02/11/2025

A huge thank you to the staff and patients that supported the "wear it pink day'. A grand total of £475 was raised and the surplus cake was donated to the homeless shelter where they were so gratefully received. Thank you again. Ang deputy pm.