New Longton Surgery

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

If you know a child or young person is experiencing low mood or anxiety, help them reach out to someone they can talk to, or access online resources.

A child or young person may feel more comfortable opening up to a school nurse, teacher, youth workers or group leader.

Find out more via the link in the comments about how good health can start at home.

30/04/2026

💊 Only a limited number of pharmacies across the region will be open as usual over Bank Holiday weekend.

A list of pharmacy opening times can be found on our website.

30/04/2026

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

👉www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/

30/04/2026

🦷Dental problem?

Urgent appointments are available in your area. Lots of dental practices are offering urgent care to anyone, regardless of whether you are a regular patient of theirs or not.

Visit our website to find your nearest participating dentist, then give them a call.

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

Sneezing, itchy eyes or a blocked nose? It could be hay fever.

Your local pharmacy can offer advice and recommend treatments like antihistamines or nasal sprays — no GP appointment needed.

Speak to your pharmacist for help managing symptoms.

30/04/2026

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. Spotting changes early can save lives. Checking regularly and knowing the signs means testicular cancer is often found early, when treatment is most effective.

30/04/2026

As the weather gets warmer it will be great to open windows and let the fresh air in. But toddlers and young children are at greatest risk of falling out and suffering serious injuries. Partly because their heads are heavy compared with their body so they can easily topple.

Fortunately, it doesn’t take much to keep them safe.

Learn more about falls from windows: https://capt.org.uk/falls-from-open-windows/

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

We've got additional appointments available this Saturday afternoon with both a GP and nurse at the practice.
These are ideal for patients who struggle to attend during the week.
If you'd like to book one of these appointments, please contact reception as soon as possible as appointments are limited.