Leek and Biddulph PCN

Leek and Biddulph PCN Our PCN is led by Dr Neil Briscoe our Clinical Director and a supportive management team.

Leek and Biddulph PCN are a group of Five GP practices which include Biddulph Doctors, Biddulph Valley, Leek Health Centre, Moorland Medical Centre, and Park Medical Centre, all working together to focus on local patient care in our community. We provide services such as Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators, and a Mental Health Team. These are accessible to and responsible for just under 50,000 patients across Leek and Biddulph. We are a very forward thinking and innovative PCN who also became the first PCN in North Staffordshire to convert to a Limited Company. Also keep up to date with whats going on at the PCN via our Newsletter
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Dry January is a great reset, but healthier drinking habits can last all year with the right support and mindset. Small ...
02/01/2026

Dry January is a great reset, but healthier drinking habits can last all year with the right support and mindset. Small changes like planning alcohol-free days, understanding your triggers, and finding alternatives can make a big difference to your wellbeing over time.

Help and guidance are available if you want to cut back, take a break, or rethink your relationship with alcohol. 💪🍃✨

For advice on habits that last for Dry January and beyond, go to: https://ow.ly/rK9k50XJzYq

For support on managing your drinking in the new year, go to: https://ow.ly/3eso50XJzYu

Need support? Visit the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/

🍷⏸️ Thinking about drinking less? Taking regular breaks from alcohol and even stopping for a period can lead to real ben...
31/12/2025

🍷⏸️ Thinking about drinking less? Taking regular breaks from alcohol and even stopping for a period can lead to real benefits.

👉 https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/should-you-take-regular-breaks-from-drinking-alcohol-throughout-the-year
👉 https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-stop-drinking
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/drink-less/

Even a few drink-free days each week can make a difference — better sleep, more energy, improved mood and long-term health gains. Make a plan, choose your days, and notice how your body thanks you. 💪

Did you know you can view messages about your care in the NHS App?The NHS App is a simple and secure way to receive mess...
30/12/2025

Did you know you can view messages about your care in the NHS App?

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to receive messages from your trusted health care providers.

Turn on notifications for the NHS App to stay up to date.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

🛡️👶 Safeguarding children and adults is something we all need to be aware of. If you’re worried about someone’s safety, ...
29/12/2025

🛡️👶 Safeguarding children and adults is something we all need to be aware of. If you’re worried about someone’s safety, start with clear, trusted information:

👉 https://patient.info/features/mental-health/safeguarding-adults-leaflet/safeguarding-children
👉 https://www.childline.org.uk/

For young people, support is just a phone call away: free and confidential via Childline at 0800 1111. https://www.childline.org.uk/get-support/contacting-childline/

Together we can help keep everyone safe. 🤝

💡 Did You Know? 💡Your PCN (Primary Care Network) has its very own First Contact Physiotherapists ready to help you with ...
28/12/2025

💡 Did You Know? 💡
Your PCN (Primary Care Network) has its very own First Contact Physiotherapists ready to help you with muscle, joint and movement problems — without needing to see a GP first!

👩‍⚕️ Meet Sabrina and 👨‍⚕️ Adam, our experienced PCN Physiotherapists.
They’re experts in assessing, diagnosing, and managing a wide range of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions — such as back, neck, shoulder, knee, or joint pain.

💬 How to be referred:
You don’t need to wait for a GP appointment!
👉 You can ask your GP practice reception team for a First Contact Physio appointment, and they’ll book you directly with Sabrina or Adam.

🦵 How they help:
Our PCN Physiotherapists help reduce waiting times and ensure you get specialist advice quickly. They’ll:
✅ Assess your condition and provide a diagnosis
✅ Offer expert advice and exercises to help you recover
✅ Refer you for further treatment or imaging if needed
✅ Help you stay active and manage your condition safely

🩺 What to expect at your appointment:
Your physiotherapist will talk through your symptoms, examine your movement, and discuss the best plan to help you feel better — often without needing medication or scans.

💙 Working together for your wellbeing
Sabrina and Adam are part of our multidisciplinary PCN team, supporting patients and GPs by ensuring you get the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

26/12/2025

📞💙 Not sure whether you need to see a doctor, visit A&E, or get advice at home? NHS 111 is here to help — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 🕒✨

If it’s not an emergency but you need medical help or advice, you can:
👉 Call 111 to speak with a trained adviser 🗣️
👉 Go online for quick guidance: https://111.nhs.uk/ 💻

They can tell you what to do next, whether that’s self-care at home, a pharmacist visit, or an urgent appointment. Stay informed and confident about your care. 💪🌿

💚 Support is always available – you are not alone 💚The festive season can be a difficult time for many people. Whether y...
24/12/2025

💚 Support is always available – you are not alone 💚

The festive season can be a difficult time for many people. Whether you’re struggling with your mental health, money worries, loneliness, bereavement or family challenges - there is help available 24/7.

Below are national helplines offering free, confidential advice and someone to talk to this winter ⬇️

Samaritans – 24/7 listening support
📞 116 123 (free) | ✉️ jo@samaritans.org | 🌐 samaritans.org

Shout – 24/7 crisis text support
💬 Text SHOUT to 85258 | 🌐 giveusashout.org

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) – su***de prevention and support
📞 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight daily) | 🌐 thecalmzone.net

Combat Stress – support for veterans
📞 0800 1381 619 (24/7) | 🌐 combatstress.org.uk

The Compassionate Friends – for bereaved families
📞 0345 123 2304 (10am–4pm & 7–10pm daily) | 🌐 tcf.org.uk

Cruse Bereavement Support – help after a loss
📞 0808 808 1677 | 🌐 cruse.org.uk

Survivors of Bereavement by Su***de (SOBS)
📞 0300 111 5065 | ✉️ support@uksobs.org | 🌐 uk-sobs.org.uk

Age UK (England)
📞 0800 678 1602 (8am–7pm daily) | 🌐 ageuk.org.uk

The Silver Line – for anyone aged 55+
📞 0800 4 70 80 90 (24/7) | 🌐 thesilverline.org.uk

Beat Eating Disorders

📞 0808 801 0677 (England) | 📞 0808 801 0433 (Wales)
🕒 Mon–Fri, 3pm–8pm | 🌐 beateatingdisorders.org.uk

National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)
📞 0808 2000 247 (24/7) | 🌐 nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Men’s Advice Line
📞 0808 801 0327 (Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm) | 🌐 mensadviceline.org.uk

LGBT Foundation
📞 0345 3 30 30 30 | 🌐 lgbt.foundation
🕒 10am–10pm, every day

The Trussell Trust (Foodbanks)
📞 0808 208 2138 | 🌐 trusselltrust.org

NHS 111 (England) – urgent mental health or medical advice
📞 111 | Text relay: 18001 111 | 🌐 111.nhs.uk

Please share this post to help others find the right support this winter.

💚 No one should face things alone — help is just a call or message away.

Turn on notifications for the NHS App to stay up to date with messages about your care. The NHS App is a simple and sec...
22/12/2025

Turn on notifications for the NHS App to stay up to date with messages about your care.

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to receive messages from your trusted healthcare providers.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

💊⌛️ Run out of your regular prescription and can’t get to your GP? Don’t worry — help is at hand! 🙌You can request an em...
22/12/2025

💊⌛️ Run out of your regular prescription and can’t get to your GP? Don’t worry — help is at hand! 🙌

You can request an emergency supply of your usual medication through the NHS 111 online service. It’s quick, secure and available when you need it most. 🌐💙

👉 https://111.nhs.uk/emergency-prescription

This service is ideal if you’ve completely run out of a regular medicine and can’t wait for a routine prescription. Always double-check with your pharmacist if you’re unsure. 🩺✨

❄Christmas Opening Hours⛄Just in case you missed it!Please see Moorland Medical Centre Leek Health Centre Park Medical C...
22/12/2025

❄Christmas Opening Hours⛄
Just in case you missed it!
Please see Moorland Medical Centre Leek Health Centre Park Medical Centre Biddulphdoctors Biddulph Valley Surgery Christmas Opening Hours ❄

❄See what's happening in your area for Christmas and New Year. ⛄
19/12/2025

❄See what's happening in your area for Christmas and New Year. ⛄

19/12/2025

🤧🦠 Cold or flu - knowing the difference might not seem urgent, but it can help you act right. A cold often develops slowly and stays mostly around your nose and throat, while the flu tends to hit fast, affects your whole body and leaves you feeling really unwell.

👉 Check what to expect and when to seek help:
https://patient.info/features/infections/difference-between-cold-and-flu
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/common-cold/

Rest well, keep hydrated and if things feel worse than “just a cold”, don’t hesitate to seek advice.

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