New Seaham Medical Group

21/01/2026

Throughout January, Care Connect are offering free installation on their alarm service, helping residents stay safe and independent at home.

Around the clock monitoring provides continuous reassurance, giving you added peace of mind.

To find out more visit: www.durham.gov.uk/careconnect

19/01/2026

💙 What is 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 hosting this week? Find out below.

- Monday 19 January – Brew Monday for staff at Glenroyd Community Café, Consett
- Monday 19 January – Eatwise at Heart on the Terrace , Murton
- Monday 19 January – Eatwise at Dean Bank & Ferryhill Institute, Ferryhill
- Monday 19 January – Eatwise at Jubilee Fields Community Centre, Shildon
- Tuesday 20 January – Eatwise at Seaham Youth & Community Centre, Seaham
- Tuesday 20 January – Stop Smoking Clinic at Bishopgate Medical Practice, Bishop - Auckland
- Wednesday 21 January – Wellbeing Wednesday at Mrs M, Bishop Auckland
- Wednesday 21 January – Eatwise at Spennymoor Youth and Community Association Centre, Spennymoor
- Wednesday 21 January – Wellbeing Drop-in at Citrones Cafe, Chester-le-Street
- Wednesday 21 January – Eatwise at Bowburn Community Centre, Bowburn
- Thursday 22 January – No to Ni****ne at Jubilee Medical Group GP Surgery, Newton Aycliffe
- Friday 23 January – Chair-based Exercises at Chilton Sports and Social Club, Chilton
- Friday 23 January – Eatwise at Fishburn Youth & Community Centre, Fishburn

Learn more about the events, and other sessions we have coming up over the coming weeks, here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/

19/01/2026

16/01/2026

16/01/2026

Looking for local cancer services?

Our local cancer support search in partnership with the Cancer Care Map is here to help.

Whether you've been recently diagnosed, are undergoing treatment, or are supporting a loved one, this free resource helps you find out what cancer support services are available in your area.

These include emotional and practical support, financial advice and wellbeing activities.

Local cancer support services near you may include:

💚 Macmillan Information and Support Centres

💚 Counselling

💚 Emotional support groups

💚 Financial and benefits advice

💚 Physical activity programmes for people with cancer

💚 Complementary therapies

💚 Practical help with daily tasks

💚 Support for carers and family members.

Everyone should be able to access the cancer support they need, no matter where they live or what their situation is.

To find out more, click here: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/stories-and-media/blogs/looking-for-local-cancer-services

16/01/2026

Grief has many triggers - some expected, some that seem to come out of nowhere.
Be gentle with yourself.

For information on managing grief, visit cruse.org.uk

01/01/2026

📣 Did you know?

You don’t always need to see a GP to get the right care. At New Seaham Medical Group, our trained care navigation team will help direct you to the right person, for the right care, first time — whether that’s a nurse, pharmacist, healthcare assistant or another specialist.

This helps you get the care you need as quickly and efficiently as possible. 💙

☎️ Call us to book or discuss your needs.

31/12/2025

🎆 New Year Opening Times & A Message for 2026 🎆

Please note our surgery opening times over the New Year period:

🕕 We will close at 6pm Today, Wednesday 31st December

🕗 And will reopen at 8am on Friday 2nd January

During this time, if you need medical advice or support, please contact NHS 111 or for Life Threating Emergencies CALL 999.

As we welcome 2026, all of us at New Seaham Medical Group would like to wish our patients a happy, healthy, and positive New Year. The New Year is a great time to focus on small, achievable steps towards better health and wellbeing — whether that’s looking after your mental health, staying active, managing long-term conditions, or simply taking time to care for yourself.

We look forward to continuing to support you and your health throughout 2026 💙

24/12/2025

🎄 Christmas & Bank Holiday Opening Times 🎄

Please note our opening hours over the Christmas period.

🕕 We will be closed from 6pm today for the Christmas Bank Holiday

🕗 We will reopen at 8am on Monday 29th December

During this time, if you need medical advice or urgent medication, please contact your local on-call pharmacy or visit NHS 111 for support.

For all life threating emergencies CALL 999!

All the staff at New Seaham Medical Group would like to wish our patients a very Merry Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year 🎅✨

Christmas and New Year pharmacy opening hours 2024 :: County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

15/12/2025

💡 Struggling with energy or fuel costs? 💡

We’d like to let our patients and local community know about an external support service from The Wise Group (HEAT). They offer free, confidential advice to people who may be struggling with energy bills, fuel prices, or home energy issues.

Support includes help with:

🔥 Managing energy costs
🔥 Energy efficiency advice
🔥 Income maximisation and hardship support
🔥 Speaking to energy suppliers if needed

📞 0800 092 9002
📧 heat@thewisegroup.co.uk

Please note: this is an external service, not provided by the practice, but may be helpful for anyone needing extra support.

12/12/2025

If you have a symptoms of a cough, cold or flu - please wear a mask while you are attending the practice. Masks are available from reception.

Thank you for keeping our patients and staff protected