Heaton Mersey Medical Practice

22/12/2024

🎄 Merry Christmas from the whole team at Heaton Mersey Medical Practice!🎄

Please note our holiday opening hours:

Monday 23rd December: Open 8.30-7.30pm
🎅 Christmas Eve (Tuesday 24th December): Open from 8.30 - 6.30pm
🎅 Christmas Day (Wednesday 25th December):Closed
🎅 Boxing Day (26th December):Closed
Friday 27th December: Open 8.30-6.30pm

Monday 30th December: Open 8.30-7.30pm
🎊New Year's Eve (31st December):Open from 8.30-6.30pm
🎊New Year's Day (1st January):Closed
Thursday 2nd January: Open 8.30-6.30pm
Friday 3rd January: Open 8.30-6.30pm

For any urgent medical concerns when the practice is closed please contact 111.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy 2025 🥳

18/11/2024

🌍 World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (18–24 November) 🌍

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the biggest health threats we face today, jeopardizing our ability to treat common infections. Misuse and overuse of antibiotics and other antimicrobials are driving resistance, making infections harder—and sometimes impossible—to treat.

During World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, let’s come together to raise awareness and take action.
By using antibiotics responsibly, we can help preserve their effectiveness for future generations. 🌍💊

💊 What can YOU do?

*Only take antibiotics when prescribed by a healthcare professional.
*Always complete the full course of treatment.
*Never share or use leftover antibiotics.

08/10/2024

Invitations to breast screening are being sent out by letter to females aged 50 to 70, registered with Heaton Mersey Medical Practice.

Appointments take place on the mobile unit based at Shaw Heath.

If you haven’t received your letter, check your GP has your correct contact details.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in females.

Breast screening helps to spot cancer early, often when it’s too small to see or feel.

Don’t miss your appointment, it could save your life.

Find out more about breast screening https://www.healthystockport.co.uk/screening

29/08/2024

20/08/2024

Dates for your diary this September!

Lots of events are taking place across Greater Manchester during the , including vigils of remembrance offering the chance for us to come together and honor those lost to su***de, along with both in person and virtual events to mark ***dePreventionDay.

This year's 1 hour Walk of Hope in takes place at Monton Green, M30 8AP, on 26 September at 10am. There's no need to pre-book tickets, just turn up on the day. Find all the info you need to know in the link in the comments.

There's also a vigil and procession of remembrance taking place in Salford on 10th September which we'll be posting about soon - so keep your eyes on our social channels.

***de REACH OUT; Start to End Su***de

19/08/2024

Next week most of us will be enjoying the bank holiday off work, however you may still need access to a pharmacy.

Below are some of the local pharmacies and their opening times.

For further pharmacies outside the Stockport area please go to this page: https://greatermanchester.communitypharmacy.org.uk/our-news/august-2024-bank-holiday-pharmacy-opening-times/

02/08/2024

Mothers should never feel ashamed to breastfeed their babies
From a glass of water, a chat with a friend, or a comfortable space, we can all help respect the rights of mums to breastfeed anytime, anywhere.

31/07/2024

And just like that, it's Wednesday again. That means one thing. Who's Who Wednesday!

In this weeks post, we have a Practice Manager.

A Practice Manager at a GP surgery is dedicated to ensuring your care is top-notch and your experience is positive. Your wellbeing is their priority!

Nicola explains how practice managers play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation within the GP surgery, check the link in the comments.

29/07/2024

Sick of the same 4 walls? Before you take the kids to the park on a sunny day, make sure you’re prepared (yes, even in Greater Manchester!)

Wear at least SPF30 sunscreen (higher for kids).
Cover up and wear a hat.
Try to find a shady spot.

Warm humid weather can trigger asthma symptoms too. So, remember - keep inhalers at hand!
Stay safe in the sun: www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety

26/07/2024

Have you heard of hepatitis C? Anyone can acquire hepatitis C - using drugs like co***ne or he**in, injecting steroids and having a tattoo, piercing or medical procedure abroad are just a few ways you can contract it. The virus can be cured, but if left untreated it can lead to liver damage, cirrhosis, and even liver cancer.
This World Hepatitis Day we are urging anyone who thinks that they may be at risk to order a free and confidential home testing kit: hepctest.nhs.uk/ref/whd24