Springfield Surgery

15/12/2025

The latest respiratory report shows influenza activity has again increased across all surveillance indicators.

Flu is spreading, you can help stop the spread by:
• Washing your hands regularly
• Catching coughs and sneezes in a tissue
• Minimising contact with others
• Getting vaccinated if you are eligible

For further information on the flu vaccine see www.nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

The PHA surveillance reports are available at www.pha.site/Respiratory-surveillance-report / www.pha.site/Vaccine-uptake

15/12/2025

Christmas is coming!

Don’t forget to order your repeat prescription.

It usually takes 5–7 working days for your medicines to be ready to collect – but remember to order early and allow more time ahead of bank holidays.

Ordering online using the NHS App is the safest and easiest way to order your regular medicines.

09/12/2025

We know the Christmas season can bring extra pressure, even though it’s meant to be a joyful time, it can also feel overwhelming, lonely, or stressful.

We want you to know that you’re not alone. If you’re struggling with your mental health, please reach out.

Additionally, you can contact any of the following on the image above. Taking the first step can feel difficult, but it’s an important one 💙

18/11/2025

World Antimicrobial/Antibiotic Awareness Week is a global campaign to raise awareness and increase understanding of AMR and to promote global action to tackle the emergence and spread of drug-resistant pathogens.

18th - 24th November

https://www.arwyp.com/

18/11/2025

Self-Care is not selfish, it's essential!

This week, we're focusing on true self-care, which includes getting the right support when you need it. If you're struggling with feeling isolated, low mood, or managing life's pressures, please know that you don't have to manage alone.

Reach out to our Social Prescribing Link Workers, they can listen and connect you to local activities and services that can make a real difference to your mental and physical health.

Find out how Social Prescribing can help you: 🔗 https://viaductcare.org.uk/referrals/social-prescribing-referral/

This is a non-urgent service for people seeking advice or signposting for issues such as Long Term Conditions, mental wellbeing, housing problems, debt management and social isolation.

18/11/2025

18/11/2025

Imagine a world where common infections become life-threatening.

Antimicrobial resistance could make this a reality. We need to act now to Working

It’s going to take action from all of us

11/11/2025

The month of October in numbers.
208 missed appointments, Please cancel your appointments if no longer required.
Thank you to our team for delivering all services to our lovely patients.

09/11/2025

💜 Pancreatic Cancer Awareness: Know the Signs
Pancreatic cancer can be difficult to diagnose early, but knowing the potential signs is key. Don't ignore persistent changes in your health.

https://www.pancreaticcancer.org.uk/get-involved/make-a-difference/raise-awareness/

21/10/2025

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.

18/09/2025

Bus passengers urged to check journeys ahead of planned industrial action

Staff at Stagecoach, Metroline, and First – who operate services on the Bee Network – have announced that they plan to strike from Friday 19 to Monday 22 September (inclusive). This will significantly disrupt bus services across south Manchester, Tameside, Trafford, and Stockport.
With a week to go, everyone travelling in the city-region is encouraged to check before they travel next week and leave plenty of time when making essential journeys.

Travel advice:
• Plan ahead and check your journey using the Bee Network app or website.
• Bus passengers with seven, 28-day or annual passes, as well as those with concessionary passes – including our pass - will be able to use their tickets and passes on all Metrolink trams on strike days.
• Local Link and Ring and Ride services will run as usual.
• Tram and train services may be busier than normal – avoid peak times where possible (7am-9am and 4pm-6pm).
• Roads and hire bike demand may also be busier.
TfGM will have extra staff at key locations to assist passengers and will extend the Bee Network contact centre hours to ensure people can get in touch with any questions.

For full details full list of bus services that are not expected to run, where people can use existing tickets and other travel advice, please visit - www.beenetwork.com/bus-industrial-action. More information is also available in the press release.
If you have queries, please contact the Bee Network Customer Call Centre on: 0161 244 1000.