Southport and Formby Primary Care Network

06/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we’re supporting the 2026 theme - because when we give women easier access to essential healthcare, we all gain a healthier future.
📅 Smear Test Drop‑In
Saturday 14th March 2026 9am–4pm
📍 7 Day GP Service, 107 Liverpool Road, Southport, PR8 4DB
No appointment needed* just drop in. Our Nurses will support you through the smear test and answer any questions. Available to anyone registered with a GP in Southport or Formby.

More info on cervical screening: https://eveappeal.org.uk/information-and-advice/tips-for-cervical-screening/

* Please note that this is a pilot and if we have a high number of people attend, this may result in a wait or alternatively, you may prefer a timed appointment on another day.

Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance

05/03/2026

Thank you for joining us Ainsdale Medical Centre and for supporting people to use the NHS app 🙌

04/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who dropped by our NHS App event today at Southport Library! Sefton Libraries

We had a wonderful time meeting members of the community and answering questions about the app. We even supported several people to download and register for the NHS App on the spot!

A big thank you to our partners from Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance (Lung Cancer Screening), Brighter Living Partnership, Healthwatch Sefton, Ainsdale Medical Centre and Community Pharmacy Sefton for joining us and helping share information about their fantastic services.

26/02/2026

Is your Cervical screening (Smear test) due?

We have a Drop-in session on Saturday 14th March 2026 from 9am - 4pm

Location: 7 Day GP Service, 107 Liverpool Road, Southport PR8 4DB
No appointments necessary*

Our experienced Nurses will be able to support and guide you through the procedure and answer any questions.

Available for anyone registered with a GP in Southport or Formby.

For more information about smear tests please see: https://eveappeal.org.uk/information-and-advice/tips-for-cervical-screening/

* Please note that this is a pilot and if have a high number of people attend, this may result in a wait or alternatively, you may prefer a timed appointment on another day.

26/02/2026

18/02/2026

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak
Wishing our colleagues, patients, and communities observing Ramadan a peaceful and healthy month.
We appreciate your strength and reflection during this special time.

17/02/2026

NHS England is running the Neighbourhood Health Survey to understand the experiences of people with complex health and care needs and their unpaid carers. If you’re invited, you may be contacted by email, text or letter.

Taking part is voluntary and confidential.

Opt out: england.ices@nhs.net or 0800 088 5370.

12/02/2026

Eligible people aged 55 to 74 in Southport and Formby are now being invited for Lung Cancer Screening.

Dr Octavia Stevens, GP Principal at Ainsdale Village Surgery, tells us why it’s so important to go if you’re invited.

Dr Octavia Stevens, GP Principal at Southport and Formby Primary Care Network, explains who is eligible for Lung Cancer Screening and why it is important to ...

10/02/2026

Reminder! Is your smear test due or late?

The Living Well Bus will be on Chapel Street, Southport on Thursday 12th February between 10:30am - 4pm offering walk-in smear tests with no appointment required.

https://www.southportformbypcn.nhs.uk/news/cervical-screening-on-the-living-well-bus/