Kirkholt Medical

03/12/2025

Please see below our opening hours over the festive period for December / January🎄

If you need urgent medical care while we are closed:

Contact NHS111 online or by phone
For life threatening emergencies call 999

Don't forget to order your repeat prescriptions in advance.

We wish all our patients a happy festive season!❄️

21/11/2025

Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest global health threats we face. 😷🌍
Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2025 is a reminder:
✅ Only use antibiotics when prescribed
✅ Always complete the course
✅ Never share leftover meds
Together, we can 💪

19/11/2025

This week we’re shining a light on something tiny but mighty — microbes! 🔬✨
Antimicrobial Awareness Week reminds us that every time we use antibiotics correctly, we help keep them working for the future.

💊 Use wisely. 🧠 Stay informed. 🌎 Protect
everyone.

18/11/2025

This Week is Antimicrobial
Resistance Awareness week. ❌💊❌
Remember:
- Antibiotics do not treat viral infections and have no effect on Colds, the Flu and Sore Throats 🤧
- Trust your medical professional if they say antibiotics are not necessary 👩🏽‍⚕️
- Overusing antibiotics in the present means as resistance grows, antibiotics become less effective, making infections more difficult to treat and potentially leading to severe illness, disease spread, and death

11/11/2025

In this video, GP Dr Farah Osman explains in Urdu how to check your breasts, the
signs and symptoms of breast cancer, and the importance of checking yourself once a month. The video has English subtitles.

10/11/2025

Had a cough for a while, but not sure whether you need to see your doctor? Why not try our LungAware tool.

Developed by lung doctors in Greater Manchester, our online tool will ask you a few simple questions about your lung health. It will then give you advice on what to do next. If you need to see your GP you can even print out or save your results to show the doctor.

Try the tool at www.lungaware.co.uk

22/10/2025

“This Van Can” mobile roadshow will travel across all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester for the next seven months. On board, specially trained staff will be available for free, friendly conversations about spotting the early signs of cancer.
Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance

Could you spot the signs?
The earlier cancer is found, the easier it is to treat. The NHS wants everyone to know the key symptoms to look out for, including:
A lump or swelling anywhere on the body
A cough or breathlessness lasting more than three weeks
Unexplained bleeding (in p*e, poo, or between periods)
Heartburn that lasts for three weeks or more
Unexplained tiredness, pain, loss of appetite, or weight loss

Dr Sarah Taylor, a Manchester GP, explains:
“Most of the time, these symptoms aren’t cancer – but it’s always worth getting them checked. If it is cancer, catching it early makes all the difference. We want people to know that their GP is here for them.”

14/10/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month,

Watch this helpful video by Clinical Oncologist Dr Bernadette Lavery explaining what breast cancer is, the risk factors and the treatments.

If you notice a change in the look or feel of your breast please book in with your GP. Early detection saves lives.

Clinical oncologist Bernadette Lavery talks you through ‘What is Breast Cancer?’ She gives an overview of the main types of breast cancer, the risk factors, ...

22/09/2025

Please bear in mind when travelling to your appointment today.
Further strikes are also planned 30th September to 2nd October.
· Plan ahead and check your journey using the Bee Network app or website.
· Bus passengers with seven, 28-day or annual passes, as well as those with concessionary passes – including our pass - will be able to use their tickets and passes on all Metrolink trams on strike days.
· Local Link and Ring and Ride services will run as usual.
· Tram and train services may be busier than normal – avoid peak times where possible (7am-9am and 4pm-6pm).

17/09/2025

Your Trust Rochdale are organising a Women & Girls Festival. It is free of charge for ages 11-19.

Join them for a fun-filled day celebrating women and girls being physically active. Whether you are just into sport, dancing, or want to try something new – there’s something for everyone.

Silent Disco, Gym classes, Zorbing Football, Pickleball, Free food included, ShoreTrax bike course.

Being held on Saturday 18 October, 2pm-5pm at Rochdale Leisure Centre. Booking is required and on a first come, first served basis. To book on, please visit the link below:

Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating women and girls being physically active at our festival!

11/09/2025

The practice will be closed from 1pm today for staff training.
For any medical emergencies after 1pm please call NHS 111 or 999.
The practice will be open as usual from 8am Friday.

10/09/2025

Did you know the NHS spends around £300 million per year on unused and over ordered medication?

Practice in Greater Manchester will be moving to Patient-led ordering from the 1st October.
This means pharmacies will no longer be able to order medication on your behalf.

To order your medication you can:
Order on the NHS App
Drop your request into reception

We no longer accept medication requests over the phone except for vulnerable or housebound patients.

Patient-led ordering