Essington Medical Centre

16/03/2026

16/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

13/03/2026

13/03/2026

GP practices across Staffordshire & Stoke–on–Trent are expanding their workforce to improve the way you receive your care. You can access your PCN First Contact Physio via our Practice.

Discover how the new roles can help and what a First Contact Physio can do for you. Please visit:

https://www.cannockvillagespcn.co.uk/services/first-contact-physiotherapists-fcp/

Cannock Medical Group Limited in partnership with Cannock Villages PCN

12/03/2026

12/03/2026

Today is National No Smoking Day and a NEW podcast is available from the MPFT Podcast Series - 0-19 Service: Teenagers and va**ng. You can access it via the following link:

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mpft/episodes/0-19-Service-Teenagers-and-va**ng-e3g79l8/a-ach68bg

This episode explores facts about va**ng, breaks down common myths, and offers practical advice for starting supportive conversations. Caroline and Paul highlight what parents, carers, communities and professionals need to know to support young people in safer choices.

For further advice and support, young people and their families can access the MPFT School Nursing Service either at the drop-in service within schools or by contacting them through the ChatHealth (Staffordshire) text messaging service:

📱 Parents/ carers - text 07520 615722
📱 Young people - text 07520 615721

Support is also available from Everyone Health Staffordshire

📞 Call: 0333 005 0095
📱 Text QUIT to 60777
🌐 Visit: staffordshire.everyonehealth.co.uk

12/03/2026

🌸 Cannock Chase Breast Cancer Support Group 🌸

A warm, welcoming community is available locally for anyone affected by breast cancer — whether recently diagnosed, going through treatment, living beyond it, or supporting a loved one.

The Cannock Chase Breast Cancer Support Group offers a safe, friendly space to connect, talk, share experiences, or simply be around others who truly understand.

✨ Evening Gatherings
📅 Second Thursday of every month
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Lea Hall, Sandy Lane, Rugeley

✨ Morning Meet-Ups
📅 Fourth Monday of every month
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Hednesford Town Football Club

If you’d like to find out more or join a session, please contact:
📱 Katrina: 07484 413 442
📱 Michelle: 07507 643 145

💞 A supportive community is here in Cannock Chase — no one has to face breast cancer alone.

10/03/2026

ℹ️ ***Please note this event is taking place on the second floor of the Library and unfortunately the Library lift is currently unavailable, we apologise for any inconvenience caused*** ℹ️

Join Cannock Villages PCN and local service providers for a free drop‑in event dedicated to women’s health and wellbeing.

Come along to:
• Meet local service providers
• Access information, resources and emotional wellbeing support
• Get free health checks
• Try a seated yoga taster session
• Join our menopause talk and Q&A

📅 Tuesday 10th March
🕔 5:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Cannock Library, Manor Ave, Cannock WS11 1AA

Everyone is welcome — feel supported, informed, and connected.

10/03/2026

More than 10,000 calls have been made to Martha’s Rule helplines in the first 16 months of the NHS scheme, helping thousands of patients benefit from changes to their care and potentially saving lives.

Martha's Rule helps detect deterioration in hospital patients early. It gives patients and families the right to call for a rapid review if they are worried a loved one’s condition – or their own – is getting worse.

Staff can also ask for a review from a different team if they are concerned any appropriate action is not being taken.
Read more ➡️ www.england.nhs.uk/2026/03/over-10000-calls-to-marthas-rule-in-first-16-months-to-trigger-urgent-review-of-care/

More than 10,000 calls have been made to Martha’s Rule helplines in the first 16 months of the NHS scheme, helping thousands of patients benefit from changes to their care and potentially saving lives.

Martha's Rule helps detect deterioration in hospital patients early. It gives patients and families the right to call for a rapid review if they are worried a loved one’s condition – or their own – is getting worse.

Staff can also ask for a review from a different team if they are concerned any appropriate action is not being taken.

Read more ➡️ https://www.england.nhs.uk/2026/03/over-10000-calls-to-marthas-rule-in-first-16-months-to-trigger-urgent-review-of-care/

09/03/2026

Join Cannock Villages PCN and local service providers for a free drop‑in event dedicated to women’s health and wellbeing.

Come along to:
• Meet local service providers
• Access information, resources and emotional wellbeing support
• Get free health checks
• Try a seated yoga taster session
• Join our menopause talk and Q&A

📅 Tuesday 10th March
🕔 5:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Cannock Library, Manor Ave, Cannock WS11 1AA

Everyone is welcome — feel supported, informed, and connected.

Join Cannock Villages PCN and local service providers for a free drop‑in event dedicated to women’s health and wellbeing.

Come along to:
• Meet local service providers
• Access information, resources and emotional wellbeing support
• Get free health checks
• Try a seated yoga taster session
• Join our menopause talk and Q&A

📅 Tuesday 10th March
🕔 5:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Cannock Library, Manor Ave, Cannock WS11 1AA

Everyone is welcome — feel supported, informed, and connected.

09/03/2026

The HPV vaccine helps protect against several cancers, including cervical cancer, as well as cancers of the mouth, throat and ge****ls.

It’s offered to boys and girls in school to help protect them later in life.

The vaccine does not protect against all HPV types, so attending cervical screening when invited is still important.

Read more: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/human-papilloma-virus-hpv/

09/03/2026

Ovarian cancer mostly affects women over the age of 50, and the symptoms are not always obvious.

It’s important to contact us if things don't feel normal for you.


https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-cancer/