Salford South East Primary Care Network

29/01/2026

🛡️🎗️ The HPV vaccine is a powerful tool in preventing HPV‑related cervical cancers.
This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, we’re reminding parents to sign their child’s permission slip and check whether they’re up to date with their vaccinations.
🔗 nhs.uk/HPV

27/01/2026

The NHS childhood vaccination schedule has recently been updated. Changes include protecting children against some diseases earlier and adding vaccines that protect against more diseases.

Our latest blog post covers everything you need to know: https://bit.ly/49dpra0

27/01/2026

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day and this year’s theme is Bridging Generations. A reminder that the responsibility of remembrance doesn't end with the survivors - it lives on through their children, their grandchildren and through all of us

Holocaust Memorial Day is a time to remember the millions of people murdered during the Holocaust and other genocides and to learn the lessons of the past for a better future

27/01/2026

Cervical screening won’t detect ovarian, womb or other gynaecological cancers.

If you notice symptoms like pain, bloating, or unexplained bleeding, even if you’ve recently had your cervical screening, don’t ignore it.

Cancer doesn’t care, but we do. Speak to your GP.

26/01/2026

Those winter bugs are still around. Get protected - find walk-in flu and Covid vaccination clinics in Geater Manchester.

They include flu clinics for 2 and 3-year-olds.

Head to the link in the comments for all the details.

26/01/2026

🚨 Patient reminder 🚨

Next Wednesday, 28 January 2026, we will be temporarily closed for half a day from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM to support essential training for our GP practice staff.

During this time, will be on hand to address any urgent healthcare needs, which include:

✔️ Immediate urgent care
✔️ Prescriptions for acute conditions
✔️ In-person and virtual health consultations
✔️ Rapid home visits (when clinically necessary)

We are committed to making our services better for our patients and the wellbeing of our community.

Feel free to pass this information along to anyone who may benefit from it 😊

16/01/2026

From January, the current MMR vaccine will be replaced by the MMRV vaccine, which also protects against chickenpox.

This updated vaccine will be offered at the new 18-month appointment. You don’t need to do anything now — your GP will contact you when your child is due.
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05/01/2026

It’s back to school this week!

But if your child's feeling under the weather, it can sometimes be tricky to decide whether they should stay at home or not.

The NHS website has helpful advice on different conditions to help you.

➡️ https://nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school

03/01/2026

From 1 January, hundreds of thousands of children will start to be offered protection against chickenpox as part of the free, routine NHS childhood vaccinations.

GP surgeries will contact families to arrange appointments.

Find out more about eligibility follow Department of Health and Social Care - DHSC or check the post comments ⬇️

From today, hundreds of thousands of children will start to be offered protection against chickenpox as part of the free, routine NHS childhood vaccinations.

GP surgeries will contact families to arrange appointments.

Find out more about eligibility ⬇️

03/01/2026

Make 2026 the year you quit smoking for good.

With the NHS Quit Smoking app, you can:
➡️ track your progress
➡️ see how much you're saving
➡️ get daily support
➡️ get inspired by others
Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

Or contact your local Salford Health Improvement Stop Smoking Service for extra support.

Make 2026 the year you quit smoking for good.

With the NHS Quit Smoking app, you can:
➡️ track your progress
➡️ see how much you're saving
➡️ get daily support
➡️ get inspired by others

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

03/01/2026

Snow and ice warnings are in place across the country ❄️

Falls are common, particularly in older people. If you or someone else falls, try to stay calm. Take a couple of minutes to check for any pain or injuries and see if you think you can get up.

If they need further help, call 111 or 999.

For more information, visit

Find out about falls, including what to do when you have a fall, what help is available and how to prevent falls.

01/01/2026

Wishing you a healthy and happy New Year from all of our doctors, nurses, receptionists, and support teams Salford South East Primary Care Network. 🙌