Hirsel Medical Centre

07/01/2026

PLEASE SHARE: We are extremely busy today, treating a high number of people in our A&E at James Cook Hospital.

Help us keep A&E for genuine emergencies such as:

✅ Signs of a heart attack: chest pain, pressure, heaviness, tightness or squeezing across the chest
✅ Signs of a stroke: face dropping on one side, cannot hold both arms up, difficulty speaking
✅ Sudden confusion: cannot be sure of own name or age
✅ Su***de attempt: by taking something or self-harming
✅ Severe difficulty breathing: not being able to get words out, choking or gasping
✅ Choking: on liquids or solids right now
✅ Heavy bleeding: spraying, pouring or enough to make a puddle
✅ Severe injuries: after a serious accident or assault
✅ Seizure (fit): shaking or jerking because of a fit, or unconscious (cannot be woken up)
✅ Sudden, rapid swelling: of the lips, mouth, throat or tongue

If you have a life-threatening emergency, call 999.

If you need urgent care but are not sure where to go, use NHS 111.

For minor injuries visit our urgent treatment centres: https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/services/urgent-and-emergency/minor-illnesses-and-injuries/

07/01/2026

Job Vacancy 🚨

We are still looking to recruit a friendly experienced receptionist to join our team. If you or anyone you may know are interested in the post please apply using the link below or alternatively you can send a CV to Rachel.Kirwan@nhs.net

Previous applicants need not apply.

The post will close to applicants on 19th January 2026.

Thank you!

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24/12/2025

Just a reminder that the practice is now closed until Monday 29th December at 8am - should you need to seek medical attention before this day please contact NHS 111, attend a local urgent care centre or a&e, visit local pharmacy’s (opening hours may be limited/vary) or 999 in an emergency! 🚨

For local pharmacy opening hours you can visit -

https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas from all of the staff at Hirsel Medical Centre! 🎄

Find an open pharmacy near you on the NHS website. Check your local pharmacy's opening times, and find your nearest late night, 24-hour or out-of-hours chemist.

14/12/2025

Cases of flu, colds and respiratory illnesses are on the rise this winter season. Help us to protect vulnerable patients and staff.

To help to reduce the spread we’re asking if you, or someone who you live with has started to feel unwell, to please not visit your loved ones in hospital.

Symptoms can include:

✅A high temperature
✅A dry cough
✅Nausea
✅Vomiting
✅Diarrhoea

If you haven’t already, there is still time to book your flu vaccine through your GP, pharmacy or online at: 📍https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-flu-vaccination/

Thank you for helping us to keep our hospitals safe for everyone this Christmas.

12/12/2025

The practice is looking to recruit 2 experienced receptionists to join our team. If you are interested in the available vacancies please use the link below to apply, alternatively please send your CV to Rachel.Kirwan@nhs.net.

Please share with anyone you think may be interested in the post.

Thank you.

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09/12/2025

We’re seeing a rise in flu and respiratory illnesses locally. 😷

To keep our most vulnerable patients safe, our staff will be wearing masks in some of our wards and departments.

We would encourage those attending the below areas to consider wearing a mask. These will be provided by our teams.

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝘀:
• Emergency department
• Emergency assessment unit
• Urgent treatment centre
• Ward 24 and ward 25 (respiratory)
• Ward 38 (haematology)
• Rheumatology unit

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹:
• Urgent treatment centre
• Rheumatology outpatients

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹:
• Emergency department
• Urgent treatment centre
• Same day emergency care
• Ward 1 (acute assessment unit)
• Ward 4 (renal)
• Ward 9 (respiratory)
• Ward 14 (oncology)
• Ward 31 (medicine short term)
• Ward 33 (haematology)
• Ward 37 (acute medical unit)

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹:
• Urgent treatment centre
• Clinical decisions unit

𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹:
• Urgent treatment centre

For more information, visit our website: www.nth.nhs.uk/patients/we-are-winter-ready-are-you/stopping-the-spread-of-flu/

(Updated Wednesday 10 December 2025)

05/11/2025

Get your childs flu spray TODAY!

We have a few appointments still available for this afternoons flu clinic for children ages 2-3 years eligible for the nasal spray.

If you would like your child to have this and can attend the practice this afternoon please call us for an appointment this morning - we have 10 remaining appointments from 1.50pm until 2.45pm.

Thank you!

26/10/2025

Call the surgery to book an appointment if you have received a message from us to say your child is eligible 👩🏻‍⚕️

👻Make sure your little monster is ready for a frightfully fun Halloween!
Children aged 2–3 can get a free flu nasal spray – quick, safe, and needle-free! Don’t let flu spoil their spooky fun! candy

Find out more and book today: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

24/10/2025

The practice is looking to recruit 2 experienced receptionists to join our team. If you are interested in the available vacancies please use the link below to apply, alternatively please send your CV to Rachel.Kirwan@nhs.net.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Please share with anyone you think may be interested in the post.

Thank you.

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22/10/2025

Our A&E department at James Cook Hospital is busy and experiencing high volumes of attendances.

Please help to keep the department free for serious emergencies by following the below guidance:

➡️Think NHS 111 online or pharmacy first
➡️Pharmacists can give advice and treatment for a range of minor illnesses

If you have a life-threatening emergency you should continue to call 999.

111.nhs.uk

30/09/2025

Download the NHS App now! ✅

If you need help to do this a member of the reception team may be able to help you.

Some local libraries also offer help and support for using the app should you need it.

The practice can also help with resetting passwords for you (please bring along some ID with you for us to verify your details)

Have you downloaded the NHS APP yet?

Changes will be happening in GP practices nationally as of 1st October and the NHS App can help improve your experience at the surgery.

On the NHS App you can:

- Order Repeat Prescriptions
- Book Appointments with the Nursing Team
- View test results
- View your medical records
- Submit E-Consults
- Receive messages from the practice and appointment reminders
- Self Care Advice

And much more ...

Download the App now from your usual app store/android store.

Don't forget to enable notifications!

30/09/2025

‼️ Important Patient Information ‼️

As of 1st October 2025, Hirsel Medical Centre will be using 'eConsult' as the main contact method for patients, instead of the traditional telephone route, to help reduce the early morning demand. It is available during practice opening hours, Monday to Friday, and offers an online questionnaire which you complete, to be looked at by the practice team. Your problem will be triaged and you will be told the best course of action to direct you to the most appropriate service - for example, an appointment or telephone call with a GP or Practice Nurse, an onward referral, booking in with another service or member of the practice team, or a text message reply back with further information.

For more information or to submit an econsult follow the link below:

Thank you,
Hirsel Medical Centre 👩🏻‍⚕️

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