Newtown Medical Practice

30/04/2025

17/04/2025

28/01/2025

Our new phone number from 28th January is 01942 367830

10/01/2025

🌟 The Little Orange Book – Essential Advice for Parents and Carers 🌟

Looking for trusted guidance on managing common illnesses in babies and young children? The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has prepared The Little Orange Book, a must-have resource for parents and carers.

📘 What’s Inside?
✅ Advice on managing common conditions like coughs, colds, and fevers.
✅ Recognizing symptoms of more serious illnesses and when to seek help.
✅ The Traffic Light System: Green, Amber, and Red indicators for appropriate actions.
✅ Practical self-care tips for home management.
✅ Emergency signs and when to seek immediate medical attention.

🔗 Download your copy today: https://ow.ly/tG3950UEeqm

Help us spread the word across Central East PCN by sharing this with other parents and carers! Together, we can keep our little ones healthy and happy.

08/01/2025

🍎 Get a healthy start for your family! Are you eligible for the Healthy Start Card? It provides support for buying healthy food, milk, and vitamins for you and your little ones. 💳🍓

Applying is quick and easy! Find out more and check if you qualify here: 👉 healthystart.nhs.uk/how-to-apply

Let’s make healthy eating affordable for everyone! 🌟

07/01/2025

Social Prescribing connects you to community resources for support beyond medical care, from wellbeing activities to local groups. You may be directed to a social prescriber by your GP to help you improve your mental health and well-being or to support you with lifestyle changes such as community activities or quitting smoking. 🌱

06/01/2025

🚨 Know where to go for the right care! 🚨

🔴 A&E: For serious or life-threatening emergencies like severe injuries, chest pain, or difficulty breathing. It’s for emergencies only.

🟠 Urgent Care Unit: For non-life-threatening but urgent issues like sprains, cuts, minor fractures, or infections. Often quicker than A&E and can handle many health concerns efficiently.

For non-urgent issues, visit your pharmacy or contact your GP. Choosing the right service ensures faster care for you and eases pressure on emergency services.

Find services near you 👉 nhs.uk/services-near-you

03/01/2025

Feeling the Winter Blues? 🌨️

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can affect many of us as the days get shorter and darker. The good news is there are small steps you can take to boost your mood and wellbeing. 🌞

Learn more about SAD and how to manage it here: https://ow.ly/Ele150UuWbV

02/01/2025

Toothache or dental issue? Your dentist is your best choice for expert care, freeing up GP appointments for other concerns. 🦷 Book with your local dentist today! If you aren't registered with a dentist, go to https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-dentist/ Community Pharmacy

01/01/2025

Ready to reset this January? 🌟 Take on the Dry January challenge and experience the benefits of going alcohol-free for 31 days. Better sleep, more energy, and a chance to save money—what’s not to love? 💧

Learn more and sign up here: alcoholchange.org.uk/dry-january

31/12/2024

🩺 FREE NHS HEALTH CHECK 🩺

Did you know? Everyone is at risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney disease, and certain types of dementia. The good news is, these conditions can often be prevented – even if they run in your family! With a FREE NHS Health Check, you'll be better prepared for the future and can take steps to maintain or improve your health. 💪

Eligibility for a FREE Health Check:
✅ Aged 40-74
✅ No pre-existing health conditions (*see poster for details)

What to Expect During Your Health Check:
⏰ Takes about 20-30 minutes
❓ Simple questions about your family history and lifestyle choices
📏 Measurements of height, weight, and blood pressure
🩸 Quick blood test with results in just 3 minutes!

📅 Appointments are available at community clinics in the Wigan area, including evenings and Saturdays.

📞 To book your check, call 01942 369690 now!