Closed for Training from 12 pm on Thursday 22nd June
We will be closed for training from 12 pm today (Wednesday 13th July)
Same Day Access: A new service giving patients help when it’s needed
Same Day Access: A new service giving patients help when it’s needed At the start of June, a new service for patients at GP practices across Gosforth and Jesmond was launched. The service – Same Day Access – makes more appointments available to patients who need to be seen as soon as possible. Read on … Continued
Let’s Talk Screening: Cervical Screening Awareness Week
Let’s Talk Screening: Cervical Screening Awareness Week Every year, during Cervical Screening Awareness Week Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust raises awareness and shares information about cervical screening (smear tests). This year’s theme is sharing experiences, but alongside Jo’s Trust we also want to share information, tips and resources that can help make the decision to get screened that … Continued
Keeping safe in hot weather
Keeping safe in hot weather Temperatures have been rising, and while we’re yet to hit the heights of last summer, it’s still important to take care and look after ourselves in the hot weather. Risks The main risks are dehydration and overheating, leading to possible heat stroke and sunburn. Older people, clinically vulnerable people, young … Continued
Have your say on urgent care services in Newcastle
Have your say on urgent care services in Newcastle People in Newcastle will have the chance to talk with NHS leaders about our city’s urgent care services at a series of events in June. The events – in venues across the city and online – are a chance to say what works well and what … Continued
Could Homeshare help you or a loved one to stay independent and avoid loneliness at home?
Introducing Homeshare UK North East Homeshare UK North East is a charitable organisation that tackles isolation among older people and helps young people with safe, affordable accommodation. Homeshare recently presented their service at a local NHS training event, and we wanted to share it with you. Read on to find out more. Could Homeshare help … Continued
Newcastle Talking Therapies: Free Event on 6th June
Newcastle Talking Therapies: Free Event on 6th June The Newcastle Talking Therapies service is holding a free event on Tuesday, 6th June. When: Tuesday 6th June, 12pm to 4.30pmWhere: Exhibition Park, Claremont Road, Newcastle, NE2 4PZ Plenty will be going on with games, mindfulness activities, local organisations displaying their services and the Talking Therapies team … Continued
Gosforth and Jesmond Community Groups May/June 2023
Gosforth and Jesmond Community Groups May/June 2023 Here are the upcoming dates and locations for the Community Peer Support groups run by Everyturn Mental Health (formally Mental Health Concern) on behalf of our Primary Care Network. All groups are free to attend. Group Information Location Dates Time Arts and Crafts Jesmond All abilities welcome St … Continued
NHS Screening: Missing invitations or missed appointments
NHS Screening: Missing invitations or missed appointments In our first two updates about screening, we’ve covered how the programmes work and how effective they are. With this final part, we will focus on what to do if you’ve missed an appointment or how to get back into the programmes if you haven’t been invited to … Continued
Closed for Training from 12 pm on Thursday 18th May
We will be closed for training from 12 pm today (Wednesday 13th July)
