Bridges Medical Practice

28/05/2026

Women in Gateshead can now self-refer for a scan if they’re experiencing symptoms of ovarian cancer - without contacting their GP practice.
Women need to have gone through the menopause to make use of the service.
To self-refer:
Visit the link in the comments
Email: ghnt.ovarianultrasound@nhs.net
0191 445 5459

Northern Cancer Alliance
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Self-refer for a scan: https://bit.ly/3PYOtDV

24/05/2026

There are heat health alerts across a lot of the country.

Consider this your bank holiday weekend checklist…

🔲 Sunscreen
🔲 Hat
🔲 Water
🔲 Read advice on the NHS website

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

14/05/2026

13/05/2026

A healthy mouth means a healthy body, reducing the risk of gum disease, tooth decay and certain cancers. Now is the perfect time to reassess your oral health. Read more 👉bit.ly/3osTKFU

13/05/2026

Sunburn isn’t a sign of a good day out.
It’s skin damage. Protect your skin today - and for the future. ☀️

08/05/2026

Men Walking and Talking Gateshead

It’s been brilliant seeing new faces continue to join us week on week, and even better hearing how much people are getting from something so simple.

A walk. Good company. Space to talk if you want to, or just be there.

It feels like the message is really spreading now, and that only happens because people are supporting it. Sharing posts, mentioning it to mates, encouraging others to come along, or simply showing interest in what we’re doing.

So to everyone helping spread the word and supporting the cause, thank you. It genuinely makes a difference and helps more men feel comfortable taking that first step.

We’ll be out again next Wednesday, and every Wednesday after that. So to any men that might like to join us, get yourselves along. 👊🏻

📍 The Staiths Cafe
🗓️ every Wednesday
⏰ setting off @ 18:30

08/05/2026

Cancer can change how we think about life, death and what really matters. This , starting a conversation about death and dying can help bring comfort, clarity and peace for patients and loved ones. 💜

23/04/2026

💉 Protect your child's health, measles can be serious.
The MMRV vaccine is safe, and protects against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox. Children need
two doses.
Vaccination not only keeps your child safe but also helps protect others around them.
Not sure if your child is up to date? Check their red book or get in touch with your GP.
It’s never too late to catch up.

Shared credit Gateshead NHS

19/04/2026

Anyone with testicles can be affected by testicular cancer. Get to know what feels normal for you so you can visit your GP if unusual symptoms occur. Let show you how to do a proper check 👉 bit.ly/43sVoYA

19/04/2026

A bit of encouragement for the week ahead.

Men Walking and Talking Gateshead is on again this Wednesday. Same place. Same time. As always.

Over the past few weeks, I’ve heard a few stories of men joining our country-wide walks because someone in their life gave them a nudge. A partner, a friend, a family member.

Sometimes it’s hard to take that first step on your own. Sometimes you just need someone to point you in the right direction.

So whether you’ve been thinking about coming along yourself, or you’ve got someone in your life who might benefit from it, take this as a bit of encouragement.

Come along. Or pass it on.

No pressure when you arrive. Just a walk, good company, and space to be yourself.

You’ll be made welcome. 👊🏻

📍 The Staiths Cafe
🗓️ every Wednesday
⏰ set off at 18:30

19/04/2026

If you’re struggling with a mental health condition like social anxiety, OCD or PTSD, treatment is available.

NHS Talking Therapies are effective, confidential, and free treatments delivered by trained professionals, and can take place in-person, on the phone, or as an online course.

You can refer yourself online at nhs.uk/talk