The Orchard Surgery

06/12/2023

🕷Spider Project is a creative and wellbeing recover project. They offer a wide range of art courses, holistic therapy's and physically exercise sessions. 🕷

Based: Hamilton House, Hamilton Square, Birkenhead.

For further information or book please call 01516477723.

Please see below their December Timetable

21/11/2023

🎄🎄Operation Care home Christmas Campaign 🎄🎄
Some patients in our care homes have no family or friends so will not be reviving gifts this year.
If you would like to donate a gift we have a donation box in our practice.

17/10/2023

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Breast cancer can have several symptoms. Get used to checking your breasts regularly and be aware of anything that’s new or different for you.

10/10/2023

18/09/2023

For some, flu or COVID-19 can be very dangerous and even life-threatening. Flu and COVID-19 vaccines reduce the risk of serious illness in colder months.

Find out if you’re eligible and book now.

➡️ nhs.uk/seasonalvaccinations

12/09/2023

07/09/2023

Measles is highly infectious and can be passed on even before a rash appears.

Make sure your child is protected from becoming seriously unwell from measles by making sure they are up to date with their MMR vaccinations.

More info ➡️ nhs.uk/mmr

05/09/2023

FREE yoga classes for carers!

04/09/2023

22/08/2023

Remember to check your skin – a new mole or a change in an existing mole may be signs of melanoma skin cancer.

Melanomas can appear anywhere on your body, but they're more common in areas that are often exposed to the sun.

More info: nhs.uk/skin-cancer

18/08/2023

The early symptoms of a heart attack don’t always feel severe. A squeezing across the chest. A feeling of unease.

It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms: http://nhs.uk/HeartAttack

17/08/2023

Getting your can be stressful. If you are feeling anxious or stressed and need support, the Shout text messaging service can help.

Text 'BLUE' to 85258 to start a free, confidential conversation with a trained volunteer, at any time of day or night

14/08/2023

Almost one third of people who were sent an NHS bowel cancer screening kit in England last year did not complete it.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off.

➡️ http://nhs.uk/bowel-screening

11/08/2023

Today, some services will be affected due to strike action.

You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed, please continue to come forward for the care you need.

10/08/2023

From healthier lungs to saving on average £36 a week, there are lots of big reasons to make this summer your moment to quit smoking.

Get started with free tips, tools and support ➡️ http://nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

04/08/2023

FREE BREAKFAST AT MORRISONS

‘Ask for Ellen’ at any Morrisons’ café and receive a portion of two standard crumpets, with butter and jam for free – no questions asked.

Ask for Ellen runs from 17th July to 13th August and will be available to everyone, all day, every day.

02/08/2023

If you see someone with any of the signs or symptoms of a stroke, remember to Act F.A.S.T.

F – Face (has their face fallen on one side?)
A – Arms (can they raise both arms and keep them there?)
S – Speech (is it slurred?)
T – Time to call 999

http://nhs.uk/actFAST

27/07/2023

Measles cases are rising in England. Two doses of the MMR vaccine can help stop your child becoming seriously unwell with measles.

For more information on how to check your child’s vaccination record ➡️ nhs.uk/MMR