Station Lane Medical Centre

Station Lane Medical Centre Patient-focused GP Practice providing exceptional healthcare and diverse services.

📲 You can now get your cervical screening invite on the NHS App.Cervical screening helps prevent cervical cancer by chec...
01/06/2026

📲 You can now get your cervical screening invite on the NHS App.

Cervical screening helps prevent cervical cancer by checking for high-risk HPV, which can cause changes to cervical cells.

💙 Who’s eligible?

📅 Aged 25 to 49 – invited every 3 years
📅 Aged 50 to 64 – invited every 5 years

If you’re eligible, you can now choose to receive your screening invitation through the NHS App instead of by post. It’s secure and easy to manage in one place.

📱 Download the NHS App:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

🔗 Find out more about cervical screening:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/

Early detection saves lives. Going for screening when you’re invited can help stop cancer before it starts. 💜

🚀 Go live day!From today, when you use the online request links on our website, you’ll be taken to SystmConnect instead ...
01/06/2026

🚀 Go live day!
From today, when you use the online request links on our website, you’ll be taken to SystmConnect instead of PATCHS.
⚠️ Please remember:
Do not use SystmConnect for urgent, same day problems. Call the practice so we can help you straight away.

Enjoying the sunshine? Make sure you’re protecting your skin properly ☀️Sunscreen is important, but it shouldn’t be your...
01/06/2026

Enjoying the sunshine? Make sure you’re protecting your skin properly ☀️

Sunscreen is important, but it shouldn’t be your only line of defence. Wearing suitable clothing, spending time in the shade, and avoiding the sun when it’s strongest (11am–3pm) can all help reduce your risk of sunburn and long-term skin damage 🌤️

When choosing sunscreen, look for:
• SPF 30 or higher to protect against UVB rays
• At least 4-star UVA protection or a UVA symbol in a circle
• Broad-spectrum protection covering both UVA and UVB ☀️

Don’t forget to apply sunscreen generously about 20–30 minutes before going outside and reapply every 2 hours, especially after swimming or sweating 💧

Even water-resistant sunscreen needs reapplying, as water and towels can remove it more easily than you think 🌊

Find out more:
NHS sun safety advice: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/
Choosing the right sunscreen: https://patient.info/features/skin-conditions/how-to-choose-the-right-sunscreen

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, and support is available to help you every step o...
31/05/2026

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, and support is available to help you every step of the way. The NHS Quit Smoking app provides a free, structured 28-day programme with practical tools, encouragement and personalised advice to help you stop for good. 💙🚭📱✨

Using the app can help you:
• Track your progress and stay motivated 📊💪
• Manage cravings and triggers with practical tips 🧠✨
• See how much money you’re saving 💷💙
• Get daily support and encouragement when you need it most 🌿📱

With the right support, quitting becomes much more achievable, and even small steps can lead to lasting change. 🚭💙✨

Get free NHS quit smoking support: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
Download the NHS Quit Smoking app: https://nhsquitsmoking.app.link/better_health_quit_smoking

Change is coming… 1 day to go! We’ve listened to feedback from patients, our PPG and staff, and chosen a system that wor...
31/05/2026

Change is coming…
1 day to go!
We’ve listened to feedback from patients, our PPG and staff, and chosen a system that works better for our practice.
Please remember: Do not use SystmConnect for urgent, same-day problems. Call the practice so we can help you straight away.

30/05/2026

Change is coming........
2 days to go!
SystmConnect links straight to your GP record, making it quicker for our team to understand your request and respond safely.
Please remember: Do not use SystmConnect for urgent, same-day problems. Call the practice so we can help you straight away.

Change is coming .......3 days to go! We’re getting ready to switch from PATCHS to SystmConnect — our new, simpler way f...
29/05/2026

Change is coming .......
3 days to go!
We’re getting ready to switch from PATCHS to SystmConnect — our new, simpler way for you to send routine online requests.
Please remember: Do not use SystmConnect for urgent, same-day problems. Call the practice so we can help you straight away.

Staying active as you get older is one of the best ways to maintain independence, improve wellbeing and reduce the risk ...
27/05/2026

Staying active as you get older is one of the best ways to maintain independence, improve wellbeing and reduce the risk of conditions like heart disease and stroke. It’s never too late to start, and even small amounts of movement can make a difference. 💙🚶‍♂️✨

For older adults, the NHS recommends:
• Being active every day, even with light activities 🌿💙
• Aiming for around 150 minutes of moderate activity each week, such as brisk walking 🚶‍♀️✨
• Doing strength exercises at least twice a week to keep muscles strong 💪🩺
• Including balance and flexibility activities to reduce the risk of falls ⚖️🌱

Activities like walking, gardening, swimming or gentle exercise classes can all help improve physical and mental wellbeing, as well as reduce loneliness and support independence.

Find out more about staying active as you get older: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/physical-activity-guidelines-older-adults/

📢 We’re changing our online consultation systemWe’ll soon be moving from PATCHS to a new system called SystmConnect.Syst...
26/05/2026

📢 We’re changing our online consultation system
We’ll soon be moving from PATCHS to a new system called SystmConnect.

SystmConnect will make it easier and quicker for you to send routine requests to the practice. It links straight to your GP record, is simpler to use and helps our team deal with requests more safely and efficiently.

PATCHS was given to all Wakefield practices to use, but after listening to feedback from patients, our PPG and staff, we’ve chosen a system that works better for our practice.

👉 When the change goes live, just use the same links on our website, they’ll take you to SystmConnect instead of PATCHS.

⚠️ Please remember: do not use SystmConnect for urgent, same day problems. Call the practice so we can help you straight away.

NHS Health Check🩺 Your Health Matters – Book Your Free NHS Health Check Today! 🌟Are you aged 40-74 and not already diagn...
25/05/2026

NHS Health Check
🩺 Your Health Matters – Book Your Free NHS Health Check Today! 🌟

Are you aged 40-74 and not already diagnosed with a long-term condition? Then you're eligible for a free NHS Health Check, a simple check-up that could make a big difference.

✅ Check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and risk of diabetes or heart disease
✅ Get tailored advice to help you stay healthy
✅ It’s quick, free, and could help prevent serious health issues

Taking 20 minutes now could add years to your life. 💙
📅 Book your NHS Health Check through your GP today!

🔗 Learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

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Station Lane Medical Centre, Station Lane
Featherstone
WF76JL

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Tuesday 8am - 6pm
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Thursday 8am - 6pm
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