New Seaham Medical Group

01/05/2026

🌿 Mental Health Awareness Week – Come and Say Hello! 🌿

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week (Monday 11th – Sunday 17th May), our Social Prescribing team will be out and about in County Durham libraries, offering friendly support, advice, and information about local services.

💬 Whether you’re looking to improve your wellbeing, need a bit of support, or just want to find out what’s available in your area we’re here to listen.

📍 Pop in and see as any of the the venues in the poster below 👇🏽

🤝 Your Social Prescribing Link Worker will take the time to understand what matters to you and help connect you to the right support, activities, or services.

No appointment needed – just drop in!

💚 Supporting you to improve your mental, physical, and social wellbeing.

01/05/2026

🌼 Step Into Better Health This May! 🌼

This month, we’re encouraging small steps towards better physical & mental wellbeing 💚

Just 30 minutes of walking a day can:

✔ Boost mood
✔ Improve heart health
✔ Reduce stress

Why not try a walk along Seaham Seafront or Hall Beach this week? 🌊

👉 NHS advice: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/

28/04/2026

🔍 View your health record anytime

Patients at New Seaham Medical Group can access parts of their GP record through the NHS App.

✔️ Test results
✔️ Medications
✔️ Allergies

Stay informed and in control of your health 💙

20/04/2026

📅 Need to check your appointment?

With the NHS App, you can:

✔️ View upcoming appointments
✔️ Cancel if you can’t attend

This helps us offer appointments to other patients who need them 🙌

Download today or ask us for support.

15/04/2026

💊 Ordering repeat prescriptions just got easier!

Skip the phone calls and order your medication anytime using the NHS App.

✔️ Quick and convenient
✔️ No need to visit the surgery
✔️ Track your requests

Ask a member of staff if you need help getting started.

13/04/2026

📱 Have you tried the NHS App yet?

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services from your phone or tablet.

With the app, you can:
✅ Order repeat prescriptions
✅ Book and manage appointments
✅ View your GP health record
✅ Get health advice

Download today and take control of your healthcare 💙

13/04/2026

07/04/2026

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.

07/04/2026

💙 Support in County Durham

Did you know there are a range of local services and community activities across County Durham that can support your health and wellbeing?

Getting involved in local groups can help improve both your physical and mental wellbeing, as well as helping you stay connected with your community.

Examples of support available locally include:

🚶 Walking groups and community activity sessions
🧠 Mental wellbeing and peer support groups
🥗 Healthy lifestyle and weight management programmes
🤝 Community groups and social activities

Some local services you may find helpful include:

• Wellbeing for Life County Durham – healthy lifestyle support
• Durham County Council community wellbeing hubs
• Local walking groups and activity programmes
• Community centres offering social groups and activities