Swadlincote Surgery Patient Participation Group

06/10/2025

"Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be very scary and settings can feel very clinical, so having somewhere friendly and welcoming where you can get advice (and a cup of tea) in a confidential setting is invaluable. We are very grateful to the team there." Lyndsey and Geoff, Macmillan Information Centre service users

Cancer patients and their families have commended the Macmillan Information Centre at Royal Derby Hospital after an independent review of the centre found it 'exceeded the level' to retain a quality award, called the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark (MQEM).

The MQEM is a national benchmark for physical spaces and how well they are designed, managed and used to meet the needs of people impacted by cancer. The centre was last awarded the mark in 2022 and were able to retain the award in the recent review in July 2025 by making further improvements to the centre in addition to acting on feedback from the assessment in 2022.

The assessment praised the centre for:

• Enhancing the experience, comfort, privacy and dignity of service users
• Improving accessibility
• General facility upgrades

Lead Nurse for Macmillan Information Centre, Mandy-Jayne 'MJ' Gray, commented, ''Retaining this mark from the last review in 2022 is a testament to the hard work, time and effort that the team and our volunteers have invested to create a welcoming and supportive environment for users."

Read more about this incredible achievement and details about the improvements: http://bit.ly/42hkB97

06/10/2025

Join us for a short, informative session on recognising the signs of delirium, especially in people living with dementia. Learn how to spot the risks early and support those affected. Open to all – no prior knowledge needed!💙

Delirium is a preventable, treatable physical health condition which can cause mental health symptoms and can be easily confused with dementia. Left untreated it can cause permanent life-changing damage and distress.🙂

Delirium & Dementia: 'What You Need to Know' training followed by a question-and-answer session with a panel of health and social care professionals.

📅Join us via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 9th October 2025

🕚 1pm to 2.30pm

📞For more information and to book a place please contact DAACSS on 01773 833 833 or email events@derbyshirecarers.co.uk

This is part of our Caring with Confidence programme

06/10/2025

This Black History Month, we're celebrating the incredible contributions of our Black NHS staff across the country.

From ward to board, thank you for your commitment to caring for our communities. 💙

06/10/2025

Carers: check out this opportunity!

19/09/2025

Something for everyone this weekend at Melbourne Festival

19/09/2025

☕🎨 Something new in Swadlincote! 🎨☕

Love crafts? Love coffee? Join the brand new Craft & Coffee Club! Meet new people, get creative, and enjoy a cuppa while you’re at it.

📍 Swadlincote
🔗 Click the link to book your place now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-craft-and-coffee-club-tickets-1446324568719?aff=oddtdtcreator

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19/08/2025

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19/08/2025

This new booking method is being rolled out nationally, giving people an additional way to make an appointment. Try it out for routine appointments from 1st Sept....

19/08/2025

Keep up to date with NHS plans when you're at the Surgery!

Our New Display in the Waiting Room looks at the NHS’s 10 Year Health Plan and the work we have been doing at the surgery to implement its 3 main themes of moving:

🤢 ➡️ 😊 From Sickness to Prevention

🏥 ➡️ 🏡 From Hospital to Community

📝 ➡️ 💻 From Analogue to Digital

Have a read the next time you are here!

01/08/2025

Congratulations 🎊 to Dr Patton!

🪩GP marks "Silver Jubilee" at Practice 🪩

Today marks an amazing 25 years since Dr Ken Patton joined Swadlincote Surgery as a GP Partner.

During his time at the surgery, not only has he helped tens of thousands of patients, he has also played a crucial role in training other doctors as General Practitioners in his role as an approved GP Trainer for the Derby General Practice Speciality Training Scheme.

As Senior Partner, Dr Patton takes on countless responsibilities, many of which go unnoticed by our patients but are crucial to the smooth and effective running of the surgery and for that we are all grateful.

During his time at the surgery he has seen our building, workforce and patient numbers expand considerably and we remain blessed to have such an excellent GP, colleague and friend working with us .

Congratulations Ken from the whole Team at Swadlincote Surgery!

12/06/2025

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION for women using weight loss or diabetes medicines such as Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Wegovy

The MHRA has updated its guidance on "skinny jabs". Here's what you need to know:

🚫 These medicines must not be used during pregnancy, when trying to conceive, or while breastfeeding.
💊 If you're taking Mounjaro and are overweight, oral contraceptives may be less effective. You should also use another form of contraception, like the implant, coil, or condoms.
🛑 Never buy these medicines from social media, beauty salons, or any other unregulated sources.
📢 Report any side effects or fake products via the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme.

Dr Alison Cave, our Chief Safety Officer said:

“Skinny jabs are medicines licensed to treat specific medical conditions and should not be used as aesthetic or cosmetic treatments. They are not a quick fix to lose weight and have not been assessed to be safe when used in this way.”

“Our guidance offers patients a “one stop shop” for our up-to-date advice on how to use these powerful medicines safely.”

More info here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3FGs3Cu