Talbot Medical Centre

12/09/2025

💉 Flu Jab Season is Here!

The free NHS flu vaccine is available this autumn. You’re eligible if you’re:
✔️ 65 or over
✔️ Pregnant
✔️ Have a long-term health condition
✔️ A carer, live in a care home, or live with someone vulnerable
✔️ A frontline health or social care worker

📅 Pregnant? Book from 1 Sept.
📅 Everyone else eligible: from 1 Oct.

👉 Book easily via the NHS App, your GP, pharmacy, or by calling 111.

Protect yourself. Protect others. Get your flu jab. 💙

12/09/2025

10/09/2025

💚 Today is National Su***de Prevention Day. A reminder that you are never alone, and your story matters. If you’re struggling, please don’t be afraid to reach out—whether it’s to a friend, a loved one, or a professional. And if someone you know needs to talk, be that listening ear. Together, we can make a difference.

📞 In the UK, you can call Samaritans on 116 123 for free, anytime.

You are valued. You are needed. You are not alone. 💚

08/09/2025

🦋 Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month 🦋

Did you know the most common types of thyroid cancer have a 90% cure rate? 💙

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed, offers guidance, resources, and support to help you through your treatment journey 👉 butterfly.org.uk/treatment-journey/

You are not alone. 💙

05/09/2025

💜 September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month 💜

Symptoms of vulval cancer can include:

Changes in skin colour

Persistent itching or soreness

Lumps or swelling

Unusual bleeding

We know these symptoms can feel difficult to talk about, but your health is too important to ignore. If you notice any changes, please speak to your GP. Early diagnosis saves lives.

Learn more from 👉 bit.ly/4kG1N9C

04/09/2025

The surgery will be closed between 1pm and 6pm on Thursday 4th September for staff training.
If you require urgent medical assistance which cannot wait until the surgery opens, please contact 111/999
You can still request your prescriptions as usual using our automated service on 0191 4553867 option 1

03/09/2025

🎗️ September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️

It’s important to be aware of the common signs and symptoms of childhood cancer. These may include:

- Headaches that don’t go away

- Unexplained sickness

- Constant tiredness

- Persistent pain

If you notice any of these symptoms in your child, please contact your GP without delay. Early diagnosis can make all the difference.

Together, through awareness and action, we can help save lives. 💛

01/09/2025

📚✨ Back to School Blessings ✨📚

As a new school year begins, we want to extend our warmest wishes to all of our young patients and their families. This season brings fresh opportunities for learning, growth, and new beginnings.

To our patients—may your days be filled with curiosity, confidence, and joy. To our parents—may this school year bring peace of mind, pride, and plenty of cherished moments along the way.

From all of us at Talbot Medical Centre, we are cheering you on for a healthy, happy, and successful year ahead. 💙

29/08/2025

South Tyneside Adult Recovery Service
2025 RECOVERY WALK

Thursday 11th September at 10am ☺️

29/08/2025

NEW – 4-Week Programme for Men After Cancer Treatment

We’re launching a new programme for male patients who have completed cancer treatment and are within 5 years of diagnosis.

Over 4 weeks, we’ll cover topics to support recovery and wellbeing, including:

- Safe return to strength exercise and nutrition after treatment

- Managing fatigue and improving sleep

- Relationships and intimacy

- Understanding trauma and mental health after a cancer diagnosis

📍 Where: Hebburn Central
📅 Starts: September 2025

Referrals are now open via the cancer information and support service team

28/08/2025

🚨 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm

The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every compatible phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if the device is discovered.

You can opt out in your phone’s settings to protect your safety:

✅ iPhone: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts

✅ Android: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts (and other threat categories if listed)

27/08/2025

Living with pancreatic cancer is different for everyone.
It can have a big impact on daily life, and managing symptoms, treatment side effects, and other related health issues can feel overwhelming.

Pancreatic Cancer Action is here to support you every step of the way 💜
👉 https://bit.ly/3yVgtwG