Abbey Grange Medical Practice

12/03/2026

Thursday 12th March is WORLD KIDNEY DAY

What is World Kidney Day? - It is an annual campaign to help raise awareness of kidneys and show the impact when they don’t work properly. It also aims to educate people on what kidneys do, the symptoms of kidney disease and how to improve your kidney health.

Key Symptoms and Warning Signs

⚠️Swelling (Edema): Fluid retention causing swollen hands, feet, or ankles.
⚠️Urine Changes: Blood in urine, foamy/bubbly urine, or urinating more/less frequently.
⚠️Fatigue: Extreme tiredness, low energy, or feeling cold due to anemia.
⚠️Skin Issues: Dry, itchy skin.
⚠️Physical Changes: Puffiness around the eyes (especially in the morning), muscle cramps, and unexplained weight loss.
⚠️Respiratory/Digestive: Shortness of breath (fluid in lungs) and nausea or loss of appetite

For more information go to: https://www.worldkidneyday.co.uk/

11/03/2026

🚭🚭 Wednesday 11th March is NO SMOKING DAY – “a smoke-free life starts with a smoke-free day” 🚭🚭

Start DAY 1 today! WHY? Stopping smoking will reduce your risk of serious illnesses such as heart disease or cancer. It can help to improve your breathing, give you more energy, boost your mood and save you some money. When you stop, it also helps to protect the health of those closest to you by reducing exposure to the dangers of second-hand smoke.

STOP today with the help of the Leeds Stop Smoking Service: https://leedsstopsmoking.co.uk/

Or download the FREE NHS quit smoking app: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

05/03/2026

🎗🎗1st - 31st March is Endometriosis awareness Month 🎗🎗

Endometriosis occurs when cells similar to the ones in the lining of the womb (uterus) are found elsewhere in the body. These cells can grow and change in response to hormones in the menstrual cycle, this can cause inflammation, pain and scar tissue.
Endometriosis affects 10% of women and those assigned female at birth from puberty to menopause, although the impact may be felt for life. In the UK, that’s over 1.5 million living with the condition.

Click the link for more information:
https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/

03/03/2026

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month.

About 7,400 women are diagnosed with cancer of the o***y (ovarian cancer) each year in the UK.

Ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer and primary peritoneal cancer usually causes symptoms that are similar to common non-cancerous conditions. This can make it difficult to diagnose early. Knowing the symptoms of ovarian cancer could save your life

Here are some useful links to find out more:

https://ovarian.org.uk/
https://targetovariancancer.org.uk/

24/02/2026

Eating Disorders Awareness Week 23rd February - 3rd March

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is run by Beat – the UK’s eating disorder charity. Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that can affect anyone. Right now, at least 1 in 50 people in the UK have an eating disorder – and the emotional and physical toll also affects millions of loved ones.

Eating disorders can be isolating, making people feel alone whether someone has an eating disorder themselves or whether they are supporting someone. This year Beat are celebrating the power of community, and the vital role family, friends, and other support networks play in helping someone feel supported, understood, and never alone on their journey from seeking help, undergoing treatment and beyond.

For more information: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

23/02/2026

On Thursday 26th February, Moor Grange Surgery will be having some work done on the front door from about 10am. We will be open as normal till 12pm but patients will be required to use the side entrance. Please can we politely ask where possible to avoid coming to Moor Grange unless you have an appointment or it is necessary.

23/02/2026

Please note that our surgeries will be closed from 12pm on Thursday 26th February 2026 for our monthly Target Training day. The practice will reopen as normal on Friday 27th February at 8am.

If you require medical assistance while we are closed please contact 111 or for any emergencies call 999.

You can also visit your local pharmacy for any minor ailments.

19/02/2026

The PCN are holding free blood pressure checks and BP awareness afternoons see below for details:

17/02/2026

Struggling with your Mental Health Leeds have a free 24/7 helpline. Contact: 0800 183 0558 for confidential support, advise, information and guidance.

Finding things tough? Not feeling yourself?

There’s a free 24-hour helpline for anyone registered with a GP: 0800 183 0558

They'll listen, advise and direct you to a local service that can help.

You can also visit MindWell, the Leeds mental health website: mindwell-leeds.org.uk.

09/02/2026

Children's Mental Health Week 2026 will take place between 9-15 February in 2026. It was started in 2015 to give a voice to all children and young people and to raise awareness of children and young people's mental health. The theme this year is 'This is My Place' where Places2Be are encouraging peers, families, schools and communities to create an environment that gives children and young people a sense of belonging.

Some top tips to help Children feel they have a sense of belonging

• Parents, Carers or Community Groups can help belonging by asking

questions about things they see them becoming passionate about.

• By checking in, providing support and making them feel safe

and important.

• By being there and being happy

• By doing things that make them feel happy and safe

• Letting them choose likes and interests and letting them explore new things.

• Parents taking time to listen and speak to them, reassure them.

• Making a comfortable, welcoming place for them.

For more information:
https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/childrens-mental-health-week/

27/01/2026

Its never too late to quit!

26/01/2026

Please note that our surgeries will be closed from 12pm on Thursday 29th January 2026 for our monthly Target Training day. The practice will reopen as normal on Friday 30th January at 8am.

If you require medical assistance while we are closed please contact 111 or for any emergencies call 999.

You can also visit your local pharmacy for any minor ailments.