Atlantic Medical Group

15/01/2026

🧠☕️Neurodiversity Cafe with Wildfire Solutions at WAC Community Hub☕️🧠

WAC Community Hub are joining up with Wildfire Solutions offering a free non-judgmental neurodivergence workshop.

Find out more from Emma at Whole Again Communities CIO:

"Do you have or suspect a neurodivergence condition or maybe a family member or friend? Unsure about everything and need advice or support? Come along on Friday 30th January.

I (Emma) have a 5 year old son who is now in reception, my journey started over a year ago when my sons behaviour was a little bit different to what society class as ‘normal’. I was doing the profiling tool with his nursery and his family worker and the information was confusing and conflicting.

I had very little information about anything apart from Google and even then, it’s so vast that I was still unsure. There were no support groups whatsoever, I was trying to navigate it all on my own and through trial and error, the forms got sent off and he’s now on the pathway to being diagnosed.

This pathway will take years, I have no support at all now, the family worker has no need to be involved now the forms have been submitted, I’ve been left in the lurch so to speak. Therapy is due to start, it’s been supposed to happen since late September but we are still waiting!!

I had a brief conversation with Julia of Wildfire whilst setting this up at WAC and have so much more understanding than I ever had before and I’m excited to be part of this project where hopefully we can all support each other and be part of something much needed in the area.

Julia herself is ASD/ADHD diagnosed, her family all have neurodivergent disorders, she has worked in various organisations and her husband has worked in CAMHs and now run this organisation to help others.

No booking required, just turn up!"

12/01/2026

🩵CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH🩵

ℹ️ Cervical cancer is a cancer that's found anywhere in the cervix. It's most common in women aged between 30 and 35, but it can happen at any age.
ℹ️ Anyone with a cervix can get cervical cancer.
ℹ️ Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by an infection from certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV).

🔬 You can reduce your risk by attending cervical screening, which aims to find and treat changes to cells before they turn into cancer.
🧫 Cervical cancer usually develops very slowly. How serious it is depends on how big it is, if it has spread and your general health.

If you are concerned about symptoms of cervical cancer, please contact the surgery.

For support and information please refer to the links below:
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/cervical-cancer
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-cancer/

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

⚠️Storm Goretti Notice⚠️

Unfortunately some of our clinical staff have not been able to get to work today due to the poor weather conditions last night. Due to this, the surgery is running on urgent appointments only.

We ask our patients to ensure they stay safe at home where possible and not travel unless absolutely necessary. We are happy to accommodate telephone calls if you would prefer not to come in to the surgery today.

Please bear with us as our capacity is limited today.

Thank you.

08/01/2026

Thank you for supporting our new online access and triage system.

What is total triage?
Every request for help – whether made online, by phone or in person – is now assessed first. This allows us to decide:
- how urgent it is?
- who is the best person to help?
- whether you need a phone, online or face‑to‑face appointment.

If you cannot use online forms, our reception team can complete one for you, so no one is disadvantaged.

How this is improving care?
By dealing with simpler issues by phone or online, we can protect more face‑to‑face appointments for people with complex problems, those who need an examination or who prefer to be seen face to face.

Better continuity of care
We can more easily direct patients who need ongoing support to their usual GP or health care professional, improving continuity and planning of care.

Right person , right time
Depending on your needs, you may see a GP, nurse, pharmacist, paramedic or be signposted to another NHS service. This helps reduce waiting times and ensures you are seen by the most appropriate clinician.

These changes follow national NHS England guidance on improving access and continuity in general practice.

Thank you again for your patience and feedback as we continue to refine the system to keep care safe, fair and efficient for everyone.

05/01/2026

☕️DRY JANUARY☕️

Whether it's to give your fitness goals a boost, put a few pounds back in the bank account or to feel fresher as you boss that alcohol-free streak, the Dry January challenge is your chance to reset your relationship with alcohol at the start of the year and beyond.

Benefits of Dry January: https://alcoholchange.org.uk/blog/benefits-of-dry-january-and-when-you-can-expect-to-see-them

Alcohol Change UK have created the Try Dry app where you can sign up for daily motivational emails to keep you inspired every step of the way.

Apple Devices: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/try-dry-the-dry-january-app/id1441293755
Android Devices: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.org.alcoholconcern.dryjanuary&pcampaignid=web_share

So, you’re keen to try a month without alcohol but what’s in it for you? Well, as it turns out, quite a lot! We talk through some of the main benefits from the Dry January® challenge, and when you can expect to see them.

29/12/2025

🥂 HAPPY NEW YEAR 🥂

Atlantic Medical Group would like to wish all our patients, their families and the agencies we work with a Happy New Year. We wish you health and happiness going into 2026.

22/12/2025

To all our patients, their families and the agencies we work with:

Thank you for your continued support of the surgery staff across all our sites. We greatly appreciate your kindness and patience and all the lovely cards and goodies we have been gifted over the festive period. We wish you good health and happiness as we approach the Christmas Holidays.

From all of us at Atlantic Medical Group, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!🎅🎄🌟

18/12/2025

🎄CHRISTMAS NEWSLETTER 2025🎄

Please find the link to our Christmas Newsletter below:

Click here to view our Christmas Newsletter 2025…

15/12/2025

💊DECEMBER AND CHRISTMAS PRESCRIPTIONS💊

*FINAL REMINDER REGARDING REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS AND CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS*

📝 Repeat prescriptions? Don't forget to order and collect well in advance of the Christmas break. We will be processing prescription requests up until closure on Wednesday 24th December. The surgery re-opens at 8am on Monday 29th December.

❗️If you run out of medication or need an urgent prescription during the Christmas closure, please call the 111 service or ask your pharmacy for an emergency 7-day supply.

🚗 If you’re staying away from home, remember to take your medicines with you.

11/12/2025

😮‍💨💉FLU VACCINATION 💉😮‍💨

If you have been invited for a Flu Vaccine, please ensure you contact the surgery to arrange the appointment with one of our nurses.

You can get the free NHS flu vaccine if you:
- are aged 65 or over (including those who will be 65 by 31 March 2026)
- have certain long-term health conditions
- are pregnant
- live in a care home
- are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer's allowance
- live with someone who has a weakened immune system

08/12/2025

💊DECEMBER AND CHRISTMAS PRESCRIPTIONS💊

📝 Repeat prescriptions? Don't forget to order and collect well in advance of the Christmas break. We will be processing prescription requests up until closure on Wednesday 24th December. The surgery re-opens at 8am on Monday 29th December.

❗️If you run out of medication or need an urgent prescription during the Christmas closure, please call the 111 service or ask your pharmacy for an emergency 7-day supply.

🚗 If you’re staying away from home, remember to take your medicines with you.