Birtle View Medical Practice

17/07/2025

MMR Vaccine 💉 Measles is spreading again in some parts of the UK. It can make people seriously unwell.

The MMR vaccine protects against Measles, Mumps and Rubella. It is safe and free on the NHS.

👶 Children usually get 2 doses - one at age 1 and another at age 3 years and 4 months.
👩‍🦱 Adults who missed their vaccines can still get them now.

📞 Call the practice today to check if you or your child need the MMR vaccine.

16/07/2025

🩷 Breast Workshop for Women with a Learning Disability

You are invited to a special breast workshop for women with a learning disability, aged 18 and over.

🗓 This Friday
⏰ Starts at 9:30am
📍 Heathfield Resource Centre, 63 Heathfield Street, Manchester, M40 1LF

Come along to learn more about looking after your breasts and staying healthy. Friendly staff will be there to help and answer questions.

Everyone is welcome!

11/07/2025

11/07/2025

Stay Safe in the Hot Weather! ☀️

Hot weather can make you feel unwell, especially if you’re older, have a health condition, or are very young.

Here’s how to stay safe:
✅ Drink plenty of water
✅ Stay in the shade or indoors during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm)
✅ Wear loose, light clothes
✅ Use sunscreen and wear a hat
✅ Keep your home cool – close curtains in the day

Look out for signs of heat exhaustion:

😓 Headache, dizziness, feeling sick or tired.

If you feel unwell, rest, drink water, and cool down. Call 111 if you're worried.

10/07/2025

Today, the practice will close at 1pm for staff training. If you need medical help after this time, please call NHS 111. In an emergency, go to A&E (Accident & Emergency).

We will open again tomorrow at 8am as usual. Thank you for your understanding!

01/07/2025

Technical issue with systems this morning. Unfortunately staff have no access. IT are aware and are working to resolve this. Please be patient. Thank you

30/06/2025

Myth busted: Think you’re not eligible for a cervical screening (smear test)? Check out this LGBTIQ+ health campaign to find out more! Help us ! More info at http://RemoveTheDoubt.co.uk

24/06/2025

Dear patients
As a patient at Birtle View, we’d like to let you know about an exciting new way to contact your GP online.
PATCHS is an online consultation system that lets you contact your GP and by answering a few simple questions
to get you help with health advice, appointments, fit notes, medications and more.
To use PATCHS, visit https://birtleviewmedicalpractice.org.uk/ or follow the PATCHS link https://patchs.ai/practice/birtleviewmedicalpractice.
Thank you Dr Field and team

https://patchs.ai/practice/birtleviewmedicalpractice

Your NHS GP Practice in Heywood. Part of Hope Citadel Healthcare, operating ten GP practices in Greater Manchester.

24/06/2025

Important update about weight loss injections 💉

We’ve had more people asking us about Mounjaro (Tirzepatide).

Right now, GP surgeries in Greater Manchester can’t prescribe this for weight loss. The NHS is working on new rules to help decide who can have it and what support will be given.

When this is ready, we’ll get in touch with patients who are eligible.

You can find more help and information about weight management here:
🔗 gmintegratedcare.org.uk/weight-management-in-greater-manchester

Thanks for your patience and understanding 🙏

23/06/2025

Greater Manchester is working on a new way to help adults manage their weight. This includes new medicine, better support, and fair access to treatment.

Find out more 👇

📰 New Weight Management Support in Greater Manchester Greater Manchester is working on a new way to help adults manage their weight. This includes new medicine, better support, and fair access to treatment. 🧪 What’s New? A new weight loss medicine called tirzepatide (brand name Mounjaro®) h...

23/06/2025

The HPV vaccine helps protect against cancers caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). It's recommended for children aged 12 to 13 years old and people at higher risk from HPV.

It’s safe, quick, and free on the NHS.

Learn more here 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/

20/06/2025

Cervical screening can help stop cancer before it starts. If you missed your last one, book an appointment with your GP practice.

You may also be able to book with your local sexual health service. For more information visit

http://nhs.uk/cervicalscreening