Maybush Medical Centre

11/05/2026

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, but many cases can be prevented. Checking your skin regularly, using sun protection, and knowing when to seek advice can make a real difference.

If you’re worried about a mole, a change to your skin, or just want reliable information, these resources can help:

NHS – Skin cancer symptoms, causes and treatment
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/skin-cancer/
NHS – Sunscreen and sun safety
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/
Macmillan Cancer Support – Skin cancer information and support
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/skin-cancer

Early advice and early action save lives. Please share to help others stay safe this summer.

10/05/2026

Mental Health Awareness Week

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week. This year’s theme is Action.

Awareness matters, but real change happens when we take action too.
We’ve come a long way in how we talk about and support mental health, but we can’t afford to go backwards. There’s still a lot we can do to help prevent people becoming unwell in the first place.

If you or someone you know needs support, the NHS has free resources available, including:

• NHS mental health services – information, support and urgent help: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/
• NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) – self‑referral for anxiety, depression and other common mental health problems: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-nhs-talking-therapies-service
• NHS Every Mind Matters – tips to improve your mental wellbeing: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/
• 111 for urgent mental health help 24/7

Even small steps can make a difference, for ourselves and for others.

09/05/2026

Did you know May is National Walking Month?

Walking is one of the simplest ways to look after your health. It also helps you feel more connected to your community, which can reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.

You can find 20 easy tips to help you build 20 minutes of walking into your day here:
https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/get-involved/national-walking-month/try20-tips/
And why not see if there’s a local walking group in your area?

07/05/2026

💜 Free NHS Lung Health Checks 💜

If you’re aged 55–74 and smoke or used to smoke, you may be invited for a free NHS Lung Health Check. It’s usually just a 20-minute phone call with a Wakefield healthcare professional from GP Care, to talk about your lung health. Some people may be offered a scan if needed - but not everyone will.

✅A simple phone call (around 20 minutes)
✅A chance to talk about your lung health
✅Some people may be offered a lung scan, but not everyone will need one
✅Plenty of time to ask questions

If you're eligible, you will receive an invitation by text or letter. These will be sent out in stages, so please don’t worry if you haven’t heard yet.

To find out more please visit our website:

06/05/2026

🌬️ Your lungs look after you every day - now it's your turn to look after them.

If you are aged between 55 and 74 and have ever smoked, you may be invited for a free NHS Lung Health Check. It's quick, it's simple, and it could make a real difference to your long‑term health.

You may not feel unwell or have symptoms - this check is about spotting any issues early, often before symptoms appear. Early detection means better treatment options and better outcomes.

If you receive an invitation from us, please follow the instructions and book your appointment.

05/05/2026

May is Stroke Awareness Month

You can spot the main signs of a stroke by remembering FAST:

Face – Has one side dropped? The person might not be able to smile, or their eye or mouth may look uneven.
Arms – Can they lift both arms and keep them up? One arm may feel weak or numb.
Speech – Is their speech slurred, unclear, or are they unable to speak? They might also struggle to understand what you’re saying.
Time – If you notice any of these signs, call 999 straight away.
Knowing FAST can save a life.

More information:

Every day in May, another 240 people will face the life-changing impact of a stroke. Join us this Stroke Awareness Month to Make May Purple to raise awareness and fund vital support.

04/05/2026

We are closed today for the May Day Bank Holiday

If you need help while we’re closed:

📞 Call our usual practice number
Your call will go straight through to GP Care Wakefield.

GP Care Wakefield is open:
• Saturdays: 9am–5pm
• Sundays: 9am–1pm
• Bank Holidays: 9am–3pm

They can give advice, prescriptions and arrange a face to face appointment if you need one.

💊 Need a pharmacy, visit:

Find information and services to help you manage your health.

29/04/2026

Do you need help getting started with the NHS App?

There are now a series of YouTube videos which cover how to download the app, and how to use it for prescriptions, test results and much more!

Find out how to use the NHS App and get help with problems.

17/04/2026

Attention. Please keep this date in your diary for this coming Friday.

Great opportunity to meet your local organisations face to face.

17/04/2026