Neetside Surgery

02/05/2026

Struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress or obsessions and compulsions? NHS Talking Therapies can help.
The service is effective, confidential and free.
Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at http://nhs.uk/talk.

02/05/2026

Stay up to date with everything happening at your surgery by following our page 👍

We share important updates on opening times, appointment information, and local health advice to keep you informed and supported.

Following us helps you get the latest news quickly and keeps our phone lines free for those who need urgent care.

👉 Follow our page today to stay connected! Encourage family members and friends too!😊

02/05/2026

May is skin cancer awareness month. Whether you are directly affected by skin cancer, or you just want to find out more, we have information that can help.

Macmillan Cancer Support provide services for people affected by cancer. This includes understanding diagnosis and treatment, financial advice and offering a listening ear when times are tough. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with skin cancer, there is lots of support available.

As always, if you are concerned about any symptoms you may have please contact your GP surgery immediately. We are here to help 😊

To find out more information on the different types of skin cancer, the causes sand risks, how to prevent skin cancer and stay safe in the sun, please visit ⬇️

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness/skin-cancer-awareness-month

01/05/2026

Please find the link to our May newsletter ⬇️, which is filled with health campaigns, updates from our practice, and valuable community health and wellbeing information.
Take a moment to read through it and stay informed! 😊
https://nhs-gp-cms-live.azurewebsites.net/media/lskjnt4o/neetside-newsletter-april-2026-1.pdf

01/05/2026

Farmers, builders, sportsmen and gardeners are all being targeted by NHS England South’s “Cover Up, Mate” campaign because of their prolonged exposure to the sun – and men are a particular focus because research indicates that they are much less likely than women to slap on the sunscreen.
Latest statistics from Cancer Research show that since the late 1970s, skin cancer incidence rates have more than quadrupled (360% increase) in Great Britain. The increase is larger in males where rates have increased more than six-fold (544% increase), than in females where rates have more than tripled (263% increase).

For more information please visit ⬇️

https://www.fwi.co.uk/business/business-management/health-and-safety/farmers-high-risk-skin-cancer-warns-nhs

https://www.nhs.uk/Live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/

30/04/2026

Do more with the NHS App!
Use NHS App services
Create an account, then log in to view your health information and manage your healthcare online.
You can:
request repeat prescriptions
check your test results
read messages from the NHS
book and manage appointments
You do not need to download anything.

Who can use NHS App services
You must be:
aged 13 or over
registered with a GP surgery in England

Use the link below and take control of your healthcare today ⬇ Unsure? Ask one of our reception team.

https://www.nhsapp.service.nhs.uk/login

29/04/2026

Know Your Numbers…keep an eye on your blood pressure. You can check this at your local pharmacy, GP Practice or did you know you can borrow blood pressure machines from your local library if you are a member for free!
Self-care - Know Your Numbers and Take Action
Once you know what your blood pressure numbers are, it's important to understand what to do next if they're high.
Contact your GP and discuss your blood pressure reading, they'll be able to advise on next steps. ⬇️

https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/help-us/know-your-numbers/

NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly is on a mission to get more people identified and treated for high blood pressure

28/04/2026

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness month.
Screening:
The NHS offer screening to try and find signs of bowel cancer at an early stage when there are no symptoms. This is when treatment can be more effective.

The NHS invites people aged 50 to 74 years for bowel cancer screening every 2 years. They send a bowel cancer screening home test kit.

You must be registered with a GP and live in England to be invited. Your GP surgery gives us your contact information. Please make sure they have the correct details, including your:

name
date of birth
address
phone number
email address.
If you are 75 or over, you can still take part in bowel cancer screening every 2 years, but you will not be invited. Phone our free helpline on 0800 707 60 60.

For more details please visit:

https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/bowel-cancer-screening/

28/04/2026

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/diet-lifestyle-and-medicines/

⬆️⬆️Diet, lifestyle and medicines for IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
Things you can do to help with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
There's no single diet or medicine that works for everyone with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). But there are things that can help if you have been diagnosed with IBS, to help improve your symptoms or avoid making them worse.

Visit the link above ⬆for more information and the link below ⬇

https://gutscharity.org.uk/advice-and-information/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome/

27/04/2026

A little reminder that our surgery will be closed on Monday 4th May for the first May bank holiday.
Remember to order prescriptions in advance and to remind any friends or family members! 😊

27/04/2026

Welcome Spring 😊and being outdoors more.
Gardening is a fantastic way to stay active and live well with Parkinson’s.

Key points
Gardening is a great way to help you manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s.
It’s something you can enjoy together with your partner, family or friends.
Simple adaptations can make gardening feel easier if your symptoms are difficult to manage.
You don’t need a big garden or outdoor space. There are lots of green spaces you can visit and ways to bring the garden indoors to enjoy the benefits.

Please visit ⬇ for more information and ideas to get started and what can make things easier and safer.

https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/support/managing-parkinsons/gardening-and-parkinsons

26/04/2026

Please see below info on Healthcare services outside of GP surgery hours/Bank holidays:
Phone NHS 111: This service is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and provides medical advice and the details of the services closest to you that help you deal with your need following a medical assessment.
Visit your local pharmacy: Your pharmacist can help you with some issues. Find out how.
Visit your nearest NHS walk-in centre: If you need treatment for minor injuries or illnesses such as cuts, bruises and rashes, you can visit your nearest NHS walk-in centre, urgent care centre or minor injuries unit. These are not suitable for treating long-term conditions. You do not need an appointment or to be registered to be seen at one of these services. You may be referred to one of these services by NHS 111, or walk in.

Should I go to A&E?
Accident and Emergency departments are for serious or life-threatening emergencies and aren't an alternative to a GP appointment. You should go to your nearest A&E if you require urgent medical attention.

For example, if you're experiencing:

Loss of consciousness
Chest pain
Breathing difficulties
Fits that are not stopping
Severe bleeding that won't stop
Severe allergic reactions
Severe burns or scalds
Stroke
Major trauma
Not all hospitals have an A&E department. Use the A&E service search to find your nearest A&E department - https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-an-accident-and-emergency-service/

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions/emergency-prescriptions/