Murton Medical Group

08/03/2026

Measles can make your child very poorly and can sometimes be dangerous.

If your child has missed any of their MMRV jabs (measles, mumps, rubella and chicken pox), speak to your GP practice to catch up as soon as you can.

The MMRV vaccine is safe, works well, and is the best way to keep your child protected.

✅ Check they’ve had all their jabs
💬 Not sure? Ask your GP

08/03/2026

Take a moment to reflect on your wellbeing. It’s important to make time for yourself and the things that help improve your mood.

Here are a few tips you can try: http://nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-wellbeing-tips

08/03/2026

08/03/2026

You can reduce your risk of developing oesophageal cancer by maintaining a healthy weight. If your BMI (body mass index) is over 25 get the help you need from nhs.uk/better-health/lose-weight/

08/03/2026

The HPV vaccine helps protect against several cancers, including cervical cancer, as well as cancers of the mouth, throat and ge****ls.

It’s offered to boys and girls in school to help protect them later in life.

The vaccine does not protect against all HPV types, so attending cervical screening when invited is still important.

Read more: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/human-papilloma-virus-hpv/

08/03/2026

Grief can be overwhelming, so it's important to try find ways that help you restore calm.

If you're feeling anxious there are a number of techniques you can use, including the exercise below '5-4-3-2-1'.

For more techniques on dealing with stress or anxiety, head over to the Cruse website:

https://ow.ly/OWPh50YmRPq

08/03/2026

March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

It’s important to know the signs and symptoms – especially as risk increases with age. Most cases develop in men aged 50 or older and prostate cancer is more common in Black men.

Prostate cancer often develops slowly, so there may be no symptoms for many years.

Early diagnosis and treatment can save lives. Contact your GP if you notice any changes in your body or something doesn’t feel right.

Find more information on prostate cancer. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/prostate-cancer/

08/03/2026

Nearly 1 in 4 people say they’ve missed an NHS appointment in the past. A quick change to your NHS App settings can help!

Follow these quick steps to turn on notifications in your NHS App and stay on top of appointments, messages and reminders from your GP 👇

08/03/2026

Ovarian cancer mostly affects women over the age of 50, and the symptoms are not always obvious.

It’s important to contact your GP if things don't feel normal for you.



https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-cancer/

19/02/2026

Supporting Someone Living with Dementia?

A free 3-session course, Positive Approach to Care™ with Amy Smith, is available for unpaid carers supporting someone with dementia.

This training focuses on understanding the changes in the brain, why behaviours may change, and how adapting your approach can make caring easier and more positive.

📍 Eastlea Community Centre, Seaham
🕙 10:00am – 12:30pm
📅 Fri 27th Feb | Fri 6th March | Fri 13th March

⚠️ Booking is essential – carers must register using the form below:

https://forms.office.com/e/6wzXkZSCWE

Please share with anyone who may benefit.

19/02/2026

Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea and vomiting.

The average number of patients in hospital with norovirus each day last week rose to over 1,000 for the first time this winter.

It can spread very easily, but washing your hands frequently with soap and water is the best way to stop it spreading.

If you catch it, stay at home until two days after the symptoms stop. Don’t visit hospitals or care homes during this time.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/norovirus