Castleton Health Centre

23/12/2025

Antibiotics do not treat viral infections such as colds and flu 🤧.

Always seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional before taking antibiotics.

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23/12/2025

Attending your screening appointments is one of the simplest ways to look after your long-term health.

It looks for early signs of certain conditions so that treatment — or extra support — can be offered sooner.

More info ➡️ nhs.uk/screening

22/12/2025

Your local pharmacy can provide advice and support for a range of minor illness – plus prescription medicines for some common conditions. All without a GP appointment!

Search ‘Greater Manchester Pharmacy First’ to find out more.

22/12/2025

21/12/2025

Some local pharmacies will have different opening hours on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year’s Day.

To find an open pharmacy near you, search: NHS GM pharmacy opening times.

21/12/2025

Here’s a quick guide to help you get to know where to go.

Whether it’s a sore throat or something more serious, finding the right NHS service for your needs can help you get the treatment you need sooner.

Save the post for future reference and share with friends and family.

To find out more search ‘Get To Know Where To Go’

20/12/2025

Have you ever wondered what happens when you stop smoking? 🤔

20/12/2025

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.​ Call, go online or use the NHS App.

17/12/2025

Your local pharmacy can provide advice and support for a range of minor illness – plus prescription medicines for some common conditions. All without a GP appointment!

Search ‘Greater Manchester Pharmacy First’ to find out more.

15/12/2025

REMINDER: Order your repeat prescriptions in good time before the Christmas 🎄 and New Year 🎉 bank holiday to ensure you don’t run out of medication during this time.

Repeat prescriptions due to run out will need to be ordered by Monday 15 December to ensure they can be dispensed and collected in time, but please only order what you need.

💊 Read more about ordering repeat prescriptions 👉 www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions/how-to-order-a-repeat-prescription/