Waterloo House Surgery

16/01/2026

🏥 Have you booked your screening?

Regular check-ups and screenings can detect cancer early.
Don’t put it off, your health matters.

https://actoncancer.co.uk/

14/01/2026

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

For more information visit

http://nhs.uk/cervicalscreening

14/01/2026

💬 We’re here to listen.

If you’ve noticed any changes in your body, come and talk to us. Early conversations with your GP can make all the difference.

https://actoncancer.co.uk/

12/01/2026

Waterloo House Surgery is recruiting for the following position within its non-clinical team:

Receptionist

Are you looking for a new opportunity to make a real difference in primary care? If you’re organised, motivated, and ready to support our patients and practice team, we’d love to hear from you.
More information, including how to apply, can be found on NHS Jobs via the link below.

https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/B0554-26-0010?employer=Cumbria%20health%20on%20call&language=en&fbclid=IwAR0W7hRINmnUKayurqUQjNaDKbOOK_usorDnLt_xegHPXyYJnUfnR8Y7kHI

12/01/2026

🔍 Notice something unusual? Don’t wait.

Lumps, unexplained pain, weight loss, or bleeding could be signs of cancer.

Book an appointment with your GP today, early action can save lives.

https://actoncancer.co.uk/

09/01/2026

Thank you to all our patients who shared feedback in December.
Your comments help us improve and continue providing the best possible care. We truly appreciate your support.

08/01/2026

It's easy for cervical screening to fall to the bottom of your to-do list, but it only takes a few minutes and there are some simple ways to help put you at ease.

Find out more about cervical screening: http://nhs.uk/cervicalscreening

07/01/2026

Dry January isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress

Even reducing the amount you drink can have real health benefits. Many patients tell us they notice better sleep, more energy and improved mood within just a few weeks.

If alcohol is affecting your health and you’d like support, speak to a member of our clinical team, help is available.

You’re not alone 💙

06/01/2026

🦷 Did you know Cumbria Health offers an Urgent Dental Access Centre (UDAC)?

If you’re experiencing dental pain or an urgent issue, help is available, even if you’re not registered with a dentist.

Find out more below 👇

The Cumbria Health UDAC (Urgent Dental Access Centre) service operates from 4 Wavell Drive, Carlisle, CA1 2SE. It offers urgent dental care appointments accessible via NHS 111 and Dental Direct (01228 603900).

05/01/2026

The NHS is pledging to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.

If you have been invited for cervical screening but missed or did not book an appointment, you can contact us to book in.

02/01/2026

🌿 PAIN CAFÉ 🌿
Living with persistent pain can feel isolating — you don’t have to face it alone.

Join our peer-led Pain Café, a relaxed and friendly space to chat, listen, and connect with others who understand.

📍 Millom Arts and Heritage Centre, Millom Train Station
🗓 Weekly from 6th January
⏰ 11am–12pm

☕ Buy a drink, pull up a chair, and join the conversation.
Everyone welcome.

02/01/2026

Thinking about Dry January? Your body will thank you 🍃

Reducing alcohol can help:
✔ Improve liver health
✔ Lower blood pressure
✔ Improve sleep and concentration

If you’re finding it difficult to cut back or would like advice, our team is here to help. Please don’t hesitate to contact the surgery for confidential support.

Small steps can make a big difference.