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27/01/2026

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27/01/2026

This is a local campaign shining a light on how NHS Pharmacy First is helping people get quicker support for 7 common conditions, often without needing a GP appointment. Just pop into a participating local pharmacy and speak to your pharmacist. Find out more about what’s included - and when this m...

16/12/2025

For patient information - our Dispensary will be CLOSED tomorrow 17/12/25 between 1:00pm-1:30pm . Thank you in advance 🎅🏻

04/12/2025

For patients information...

CHRISTMAS PRESCRIPTION HOME DELIVERY

Delivery normally WEDNESDAY 24TH DECEMBER will be delivered as NORMAL

Delivery normally FRIDAY 26TH DECEMBER will be delivered on WEDNESDAY 24TH DECEMBER

Please order medication that is due to be delivered Christmas week NO EARLIER THAN THE 15THDECEMBER NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER

NEW YEAR DELIVERY
DELIVERIES WILL BE AS NORMAL Wednesday 31st December 2025 and Friday 2nd January 2026

27/11/2025

20/11/2025

18/11/2025

149 missed appointments. One month. One practice.
Here’s why it matters — and how a tiny action can help another patient.

Aspatria Medical Group recently reported 149 missed appointments in just one month — that’s 149 clinical slots where staff were ready, but the patient didn’t attend and didn’t let the practice know.

This isn’t just happening in one area. It’s something practices across the whole county are dealing with, so we wanted to take a moment to highlight the issue and gently remind everyone:
👉 If you can’t make your appointment, please let your practice know as soon as possible.

We all regularly see comments on social media saying “I can never get an appointment!” (usually with a mix of laughing, angry or frustrated emojis). And we understand — accessing care can feel difficult at times...

But local practice teams are working incredibly hard to offer timely, appropriate appointments in the face of rising demand. More of us are living longer with more complex health needs, which means capacity can sometimes be challenging.

Here’s the important bit:
💙 Cancelling an appointment you can’t attend directly helps another patient get seen sooner. It frees up a slot for someone who genuinely needs it.

Later on in the week we’ll also be re-highlighting more about how modern triage helps ensure patients are directed to the right care, first time — from GPs to nurses, physios, mental health teams, pharmacists and more.

But for now, this small action from patients can make a big difference in reducing avoidable pressure on practices.

💚 Thanks to everyone who does cancel when they can no longer attend — it really does help.

Wishing everyone a good week ahead.

13/11/2025

⚠️🌧️ Stay safe out there - After a night of heavy rain across - there are instances of flooding and surface water on many roads out there.

As advised by Cumbria Police if you are traveling today, please do so with caution and listen to travel updates. Do not drive through flood water if coming across flooding – take an alternative route. Stay tuned to your local channels for updates.

🌧️ If it is not safe for you to travel to health or care appointments today, please contact your provider to let them know so they can advise accordingly — your safety comes first.

🌧️ With the adverse weather conditions, some practices may also experience staff travel difficulties today. You may wish to keep an eye on your local practice’s channels for any updates on their services, related to staff and appointments.

For updates on road closures visit 👀:
Cumberland Council / Westmorland and Furness Council

Find out more about the multi-agency response at:
https://www.news.cumbria.police.uk/news/multi-agency-response-continues-to-deal-with-effects-of-surface-water-flooding-in-cumbria

If you are experiencing any weather related issues please see a list of agency contacts at: https://www.cumbria.police.uk/police-forces/cumbria-constabulary/areas/campaigns/campaigns/weather-safety/

& Check for flood warnings and alerts at:
https://www.gov.uk/check-flooding
https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/alerts-and-warnings

💙💚🌧️

12/11/2025

We are shut from 1PM today, back open Thursday 13th November at 8AM.

📢 Practice Closure Notice 📢

It’s that time again — GP practices across the NHS North Cumbria area will be closed tomorrow afternoon (Wednesday 12 November 2025) from 1:00PM for Protected Learning Time (PLT). Practices will reopen as normal on Thursday morning.

This dedicated learning time is vital for all practice teams. It allows staff to take part in essential training and development — helping ensure they continue to provide safe, high-quality care for patients across our communities. (see a short clip in the comments).

If you need medical advice or support while practices are closed:
💬 Contact NHS 111 (available 24/7)
💊 Visit your local pharmacy for help with minor ailments
🚨 Always call 999 in an emergency

Thank you for your understanding and support. 💚💙

31/10/2025

We are hiring!
We are looking for a dedicated receptionist/administrator to join our fantastic team!
Please see link below to apply!

https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5c4d43c4be4e932d&from=appshareios&fbclid=IwY2xjawNxfSFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHl8xxGGbesYG_yXKFnT1u8-X7kJOIbcf0PSdwZXYriRiZ_u1sa5X91lHyKiY_aem_rOpcnMQ9Fi_KOciYTkRXFQ

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