The Greenway Medical Practice

13/10/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, but early detection can improve outcomes so let’s share awareness and know the signs.

Take part in Breast Cancer Awareness Month UK 2025. Raise awareness, support and make a difference with a donation this October.

12/10/2025

OCD Awareness Week, 12th - 18th October

OCD Awareness Week aims to break the stigma around Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. This disorder affects 1 in 50 people in the UK and can become all-encompassing, causing huge stress to sufferers and their families and friends. With the right support, OCD can be managed. If you’re worried, reach out to a healthcare professional.

THE UK'S LARGEST OCD CHARITY. We provide support and information to anybody affected by OCD. You are not alone - reach out for support today.

12/10/2025

Flu vaccines for children.
If you have a child that was aged 2 or 3 years old on 31st August you can protect them against flu with a free nasal vaccination.
Children with a long term condition can also have their vaccination at the surgery if they missed it at school.
Appointments available on Friday 17th and Wednesday 22nd October, 4-6pm

11/10/2025

National Coming Out Day, 11th October

National Coming Out Day is observed annually to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community. This day is vital, highlighting the importance of coming out, challenging biases and promoting acceptance.

A national charity with LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day, 10th October

Mental health doesn’t take a day off. Fight for mental health today, for a brighter future.

Mental health doesn’t take a day off. Not on World Mental Health Day and not on any other day of the year. Join our campaign to fight for mental health today...

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day, 10th October

World Mental Health Day marks the day we recognise and raise awareness of mental health issues. This year, the theme is to fight for mental health every day. Mental health issues don’t take a day off; they affect people every single day of their lives. It’s time to ‘fight for mental health’, today and every day.

World Mental Health Day is on 10 October 2025. Find out how to take part and raise awareness of mental health.

09/10/2025

Baby Loss Awareness Week, 9th - 15th October

*Trigger warning – baby loss*

Join a on 15th October by lighting a candle at 7pm and leaving it burning for at least one hour to remember all the babies who have died too soon. The global ‘Wave of Light’ is held in memory of all the babies who lit up our lives for such a short time.

For anyone who’s been touched by baby loss, a safe and supportive space to share their experiences and feel they’re not alone is so important.

These organisations provide bereavement support and information to parents who have experienced pregnancy and baby loss anywhere in the UK.

08/10/2025

World Dyslexia Awareness Day, 8th October

This World Dyslexia Awareness Day, we’re raising awareness and helping support people with dyslexia. It affects one in ten people, mainly impacting on reading, writing and processing skills. But with the right support, people with dyslexia can thrive and excel.

The British Dyslexia Association is the voice for the 10% of the population that are dyslexic

08/10/2025

For 1 week next week ( Monday 13th October ) our group will be at a temporary venue - The-New Packhorse at the top of Moorside BD19 6LN due to our regular spot being unavailable.
Free entry, free brews and free biscuits! 👌

30/09/2025

***Seasonal Flu Campaign***

Our seasonal flu campaign starts tomorrow!

Limited appointments are available for eligible patients to be vaccinated on Saturday 4th October and Saturday 11th October. If you have received an invitation but haven't booked your appointment yet, please call reception on 01274 399505.

29/09/2025

Blood Cancer Awareness Month, 1st - 30th September

Being aware of the symptoms of blood cancer can save lives.

Some of the most common symptoms may include:
- Unexplained weight loss
- Unusual bruising or bleeding
- Shortness of breath
- Night sweats
- Persistent fatigue

If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these symptoms, don’t ignore them. Speak to your GP; it’s always better to check.

Learn about the signs and symptoms of blood cancer, including unexplained weight loss, bruising or bleeding, lumps or swellings, shortness of breath, drenching night sweats, infections, and fever.

26/09/2025

World Contraception Day, 26th September

World Contraception Day is about raising awareness of the contraceptive options available and empowering people to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health. If you’d like advice on your options, please book an appointment with (add your most suitable options here; include local sexual health clinics, etc.).

Discover more about your choices this World Contraception Day. Options include hormonal methods (pills, patches, injections), long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) like implants and coils (IUDs/IUCs), and barrier methods such as condoms. It’s important to choose a method that suits your needs and to remember that in addition to preventing unwanted pregnancy, condoms are crucial for protection against sexually transmitted infections.

Find out about the different types of contraception available on the NHS to prevent pregnancy