Denmark Street Doctors

09/09/2025

We are currently in the process of contacting all Parents or Guardians of children who are eligible for the nasal flu vaccination.

Please call us if you want to book your child in for their vaccination.

Thank you.

Flu can be very unpleasant for children and can sometimes cause serious problems, such as pneumonia.

It’s quick, safe and helps stop flu spreading – protecting your child, your family and the community.

Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

09/09/2025

This week is Know Your Numbers Week.

The best way to understand your blood pressure is to check it regularly.

Our online blood pressure tool will help you understand what your numbers mean and give you tips on how to manage your blood pressure.

➡️ https://nhs.uk/blood-pressure-tool

09/09/2025

Please note, the Surgery will be closed on Thursday 11th September from 1pm for Staff Training.

If you need medical advice on the afternoon of the 11th September, please call 01325 952278 and press option 9. After 6pm, please call 111.

The Surgery will re open on Friday 12th September at 7.30am, with the telephones opening at 8.00am.

02/09/2025

When you find out you are pregnant, you can refer yourself for NHS pregnancy care so you start care with a midwife right away.

Once you sign up online, the maternity team will contact you to book your first appointment with a midwife.

You should do this by the 10th week of pregnancy, if possible, but it’s never too late to start. If you're over 10 weeks, refer yourself as soon as you can.

Start here: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/refer-yourself-for-nhs-pregnancy-care/

02/09/2025

With children heading back to school this week, it can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child at home if they are feeling unwell.

Follow this advice on when you should keep your child at home.

➡️ https://nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school

02/09/2025

Thank you to all patients that have completed a Family and Friends response.

We appreciate ALL feedback.
It is lovely to receive such great responses.

'Staff were very helpful and friendly thanks to all'

'Appointment on time, pleasant young man taking tests efficiently.
Thank you'

01/09/2025

In August, over 69 hours of appointment times were missed by patients not attending their appointment, which equates to 242 appointments with the Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurse or Health Care Assistant.

If you have an appointment that you can no longer attend, please contact the Surgery on 01325 460731 to cancel the appointment, meaning another patient can use the valuable time.

27/08/2025

TEA-riffic Tuesday is here! Join us in the marquee in the Market Square in Darlington along with a host of other organisations including Samaritans, Northern Cancer Voices, Darlington Mind and MORE, giving you the opportunity to speak to someone. Come and grab a cuppa, and let us know what more can be done for you and your mental health 💙

20/08/2025

The Surgery will close at 6.00pm on Friday 22nd August and re open at 7.30am on Tuesday 26th August, with the telephone lines opening at 8.00am.

Enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend 😃

20/08/2025

Patients who are eligible for the flu vaccination will soon receive a text message to confirm their eligibility.

Clinics will be available from October 4th 2025.

Once the clinics are open for booking, eligible patients will receive a text message with a self booking link. Housebound patients will be contacted with a date when the Nurse will visit to administer the vaccine.

We appreciate you supporting your GP Practice.

Thank you.

18/08/2025

Attention all! Darlington Connect will be opening late on the last Wednesday of the month starting in August!

18/08/2025

Measles

Measles cases are on the rise in the UK. Vaccination is vital to protect both your own children and those around you who are vulnerable. If you’ve missed a dose, or you haven’t started yet, it’s never too late to catch up. Book an appointment by [add booking details].

Vaccines are the most effective way to prevent many infectious diseases, and while anti-vaccine stories are often spread on social media, these may not be based on scientific evidence and could put your child at risk of a serious illness.

Facts:
• Vaccines do not cause autism – studies have found no evidence of a link between the MMR vaccine and autism
• They do not overload or weaken the immune system
• Vaccines undergo rigorous safety testing before being introduced – they’re also constantly monitored for side effects

If people are not vaccinated, serious illnesses can spread. Measles can lead to life-threatening complications like meningitis, and may even be fatal. Book your child’s vaccine today.