Hollinwood Medical Practice

25/07/2025

23/07/2025

AAA screening could save your life. Watch this short video by Craig Cash to learn more. If you’re invited for screening, don’t ignore it.

📞 Missed your invite? Call 0161 291 5716 to book.

22/07/2025

22/07/2025

Afternoon Tea Party For Breast Cancer

📅 Thursday 31st July
🕝 2:30PM - 4:30PM
📍 Hollinwood Medical Practice, 1 Clive Street, OL8 3TR

*Supported by South Pcn Oldham South PCN

21/07/2025

Measles spreads very easily, especially if you're not vaccinated. It can make children feel very unwell and, in some cases, cause serious problems. Babies and people with weak immune systems are most at risk. In rare cases, measles can even lead to death.

Find out what you need to know about MEASLES:

Protect Your Family from Measles Measles is a highly infectious disease that spreads quickly, especially among unvaccinated people. It can be very serious and lead to complications including pneumonia, ear infections, and – in rare cases – death. Symptoms of Measles: High fever Runny nose Cough ...

18/07/2025

Calling dads of Oldham with babies under 2! There's free support just for you. 💪🍼

Get information, enjoy time with your baby and meet other dads.

Here’s what’s coming up 👇

🚶‍♂️ Walk N Talk with Kayleigh from NHS Talking Therapies Oldham and Dad Matters
👨 Expectant and new dads with children under 2
🏞️ Daisy Nook Country Park (meet at the café)
🗓️ Wednesday 23 July | 10–11.30am
📍 Off Stannybrook Road, Failsworth, M35 9WJ
💻 To book visit https://bit.ly/3TLuFTe

🏋️‍♂️ Crossfit Drop-in
📍 CrossFit OL1, Unit 3 Gould St, Derker, OL1 3LL
🗓️ Wednesday 23rd July | 5.30–6.30pm
☕ No booking needed – just turn up!

🧠 New Dad Workshop (from pregnancy up to 12 weeks after birth)
Learn about bonding, baby’s development, mental health and more.
📍 Oldham Library, Greaves Street, OL1 1AL
🗓️ Thursday 24 July | 6.30–8pm
📧 To book visit https://bit.ly/44f5vkv

👨‍👧 Dad and Baby Time Drop-In
📍 Alexandra Family Hub, Wildmore Avenue, OL4 5PU
🗓️ Monday 28 July | 10–11.30am
🎉 Just drop in – no booking needed!

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!

16/07/2025

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!

15/07/2025

We are currently experiencing issues with our systems this morning. It looks like it is a national problem and we will give further updates as soon as we know more.

We are sorry for any inconveniences this may cause.

In the meantime you can contact us using our accuRx form https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/y02933

Thank you for your patience.

Contact us about your request

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.