Sele Medical

30/07/2025

There are currently roadworks throughout Hexham, which are delaying traffic and causing congestion. Please leave extra time for travelling to your appointments. If you are going to be late for your appointment, please call reception.
Thank you

24/07/2025

Today is Samaritans Awareness Day.
Samaritans is the charity that prevents su***de through the power of connecting people in crisis with trained volunteers who will always listen.
If you are struggling and would like to speak with the Samaritans, you can call them any time on 116 123.
More information is available from their website: https://www.samaritans.org/

16/07/2025

Please note that the surgery will be closed from 1pm on Wednesday 16th July for staff training.

The phone lines will re-open at 4.00pm for any queries (there will be no appointments available to book).

During the closure, If you need medical help, use NHS111 online or call 111.

In a medical or mental health emergency, call 999. This is when someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk.

The practice will be open as usual from 8am on Thursday 17th July.

01/07/2025

July is Good Care Month.

This aims to recognise and celebrate the remarkable contributions and commitment of carers, both professional and unpaid.

There are many local support agencies available for unpaid carers including Carers Northumberland https://carersnorthumberland.org.uk/ who offer support for adult and young carers and also the Carents Room https://carents.co.uk/ for those caring for elderly relatives.

20/06/2025

19/06/2025

Using the Skinny Jab? 💉

Oral contraceptives might not work as well.

Consider extra protection like the implant, coil, or condoms.

Speak to a healthcare professional for advice. 👩‍⚕️

For more information on medicines in pregnancy visit - https://www.medicinesinpregnancy.org/leaflets-a-z/glp-1-receptor-agonists/

19/06/2025

Using the 'Skinny Jab'? 💉
🚫 Do not use weight loss injections if you are:

• Pregnant
• Trying to get pregnant
• Breastfeeding

If you become pregnant while using weight loss medication, speak to a healthcare professional immediately for advice. 👩‍⚕️
For more information on medicines in pregnancy visit - https://www.medicinesinpregnancy.org/leaflets-a-z/glp-1-receptor-agonists/

03/06/2025

This week (Monday 2nd June – Sunday 8th June) is Child Safety Week.

The theme for child safety week 2025 is 'Safety Is Sharing'.

The aim is to reach as many families as possible and help with building confidence and managing real risks to children's safety.

For further information, please visit https://capt.org.uk/resources/parents-pack/ where you can find useful resources and information.

29/05/2025

Just a reminder that next Wednesday, the 4th of June, we are launching a brand new Friendship Group in Corbridge! And we are very excited 🤩

Our group will run every Wednesday afternoon from 1.30pm - 3.30pm at the Tynedale Rugby Club in Corbridge where there will be lots of fun activities as well as much-needed friendship and lovely cuppas!

We’d love to welcome lots of members to our new group, so do come along and give it a try. If you’d like some more information, please do get in touch on friends@ageuk-northumberland.org.uk or call 01670 784 800.

13/05/2025

This week is Mental health awareness week (Monday 12th -Sunday 18th May 2025) and aims to encourage open conversations about mental health, providing an opportunity to come together, connect and share stories.

The theme for 2025 is 'Community', focusing on how connection and community can support mental health and wellbeing.

There are many national and local resources and support available for those struggling with their mental health including:

• Northumberland Frontline – find details on local health and wellbeing services and to contact services through call back and referral options. - https://northumberlandfrontline.org.uk/
• Hub of Hope - UK’s largest mental health support directory to help find a service to help you feel better or to support someone who is struggling. - https://hubofhope.co.uk/
• Mind Tyneside and Northumberland - Self care & Wellbeing Hub . - https://www.tynesidemind.org.uk/
• Every Mind Matters – Get your mind plan. - https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues/stress/
• Mental Health Foundation – Health and Wellbeing. - https://mentalhealth-uk.org/help-and-information/health-and-wellbeing/

23/04/2025

If you are under regular review for blood pressure (BP) medication or hypertension, it is important that your BP is monitored during appointments at the surgery, rather than through the pharmacy. This ensures your BP is assessed in a clinical setting where the GP or nurse can properly review the results.

Your blood pressure will be checked as part of your annual review. Alternatively, if you'd like to monitor your BP between visits, you are welcome to use the machine available in the waiting room.

Please remember it is important to have your BP taken while at rest, as this provides a more stable baseline reading that reflects your body's normal pressure. This helps to ensure a more accurate reading and correct diagnosis of any blood pressure-related condition.