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What are Reasonable Adjustments? The Equality Act 2010 says all health and care services must be accessible for people with disabilities. These are called reasonable adjustments. This includes people with … [continue] What are Reasonable Adjustments?

Welcome to the third edition of our Dr Harbidge & Partners practice newsletter. 📰 In our newsletters you’ll find updates on practice news, key announcements and messages from across Primary … [continue] Practice Newsletter – July 2025

Theme: Alcohol and Work. This week, we’re joining the nationwide conversation on the impact of alcohol in our working lives. With around 10 million people in the UK drinking in … [continue] Alcohol Awareness Week | 7th-13th July 2025

Dr Harbidge and Partners would like to thank all of our patients who provided honest and valuable feedback through our Friends & Family Test in June, it is lovely to … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – June 2025

Today, we stand in solidarity with all parents who have experienced the profound loss of a child.🕯️ National Bereaved Parents Day, initiated by the charity A Child Of Mine, aims … [continue] National Bereaved Parents Day | Thursday 3rd July 2025

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments in June 2025. Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen here. It makes a dramatic difference … [continue] DNA (Did not attend) – June 2025

In June, 639 patients used our online consultation service (also known as Patient Triage) to contact us online. Patient Triage is a great way for you to contact our practice … [continue] Online Consultation Service – June 2025

This July, we’re raising awareness about sarcomas – rare cancers that develop in the body’s supporting tissues, such as bones and muscles.🎗️ 🔍 Did you know? Sarcomas are rare cancers … [continue] July is Sarcoma Awareness Month

Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is a common allergy that causes sneezing, coughing, and itchy eyes. Symptoms typically worsen between late March and September when the pollen count is high.🌼 … [continue] Hay Fever Tips to Manage Your Symptoms

The Herbert Protocol can help protect vulnerable loved ones in case they go missing. It’s a simple form you can complete with vital details about the person, such as their … [continue] Do you care for someone living with dementia or memory loss?

You can check your recent test results quickly and easily through the NHS App – no need to call the surgery or wait for a letter. 📲 Log in to … [continue] View Your Test Results in the NHS App

Welcome to the second edition of our Dr Harbidge & Partners practice newsletter. 📰 In our newsletters you’ll find updates on practice news, key announcements and messages from across Primary … [continue] Second edition of our Dr Harbidge & Partners monthly practice newsletter

As from 23rd June 2025, following approval by NICE, tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) will be available in the NHS for eligible patients who meet the strict, nationally-set, criteria. The current criteria is … [continue] Mounjaro Update

This week, we join the national effort to raise awareness of deafblindness, a combined sight and hearing impairment affecting over 450,000 people in the UK. 🔹 What is Deafblindness? Deafblindness … [continue] Deafblind Awareness Week | 23rd-29th June 2025

If you’re living with diabetes, it’s very important to attend your regular foot check appointments, even if your feet feel fine, diabetes can cause nerve damage and poor circulation which … [continue] Don’t miss your Diabetic Foot Check

Your health matters, don’t miss your cervical screening! 🩷 Did you know that nearly 1 in 3 people don’t attend their cervical screening test? Cervical screening is a vital tool … [continue] Cervical Screening Awareness Week | 19th-24th June

We’re absolutely thrilled to thank all the wonderful patients who joined us for our Coffee Morning or generously donated to our Air Ambulance Fundraiser on Friday 13th June. 🚁 Thanks … [continue] A Huge Thank You from Dr Harbidge & Partners PPG

This year’s theme is ‘do you see me?’ 👀 This week, we’re joining voices across the country to ask a powerful question: “Do you see me?” Too often, people with … [continue] Learning Disability Week | 16th-22nd June

Today, we say a massive THANK YOU to all the lifesaving heroes who give blood. 💉 Your donation can mean the difference between life and death for someone in need … [continue] Today is World Blood Donor Day

As it’s Loneliness Awareness Week, lets remember that loneliness is a natural human feeling – but when it lingers, it can seriously affect our mental and physical wellbeing. That’s why … [continue] Loneliness Awareness Week

We’re proud to be one of five GP practices working together as part of Newcastle North Primary Care Network (PCN), dedicated to providing coordinated and comprehensive care to our community. … [continue] Did you know we’re part of Newcastle North PCN?

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments in May 2025. Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen here. It makes a dramatic difference … [continue] DNA (Did not attend) – May 2025

In May, 618 patients used our online consultation service (also known as Patient Triage) to contact us online. Patient Triage is a great way for you to contact our practice … [continue] Online Consultation Service – May 2025

This year’s theme: ‘Your diabetes check-ups matter.’ This week, let’s raise awareness about the importance of regular health checks for people living with diabetes. Managing diabetes involves numerous numbers, checks, … [continue] Diabetes Week 2025 | 9th-15th June.

This year’s theme: Caring About Equality. This week, we honour the invaluable contributions of unpaid carers across the UK. Carers Week 2025 shines a spotlight on the inequalities they face, … [continue] Carers Week 2025 | 9th-15th June

It’s time to check in – physically, mentally and emotionally. This week is all about raising awareness, breaking stigmas, and encouraging men to take charge of their health. 🩺 Prioritise … [continue] Men’s Health Week 2025

A day to honour strength, resilience, and hope 💛 We celebrate every individual who has faced cancer with courage and determination. Today, we recognise survivors not just for surviving, but … [continue] Today is National Cancer Survivors Day

Cervical screening (smear test) is one of the best ways to protect yourself from cervical cancer, it only takes a few minutes, and it could save your life. If you’ve … [continue] Your cervical screening could save your life

As a GP practice in Staffordshire, we’ve come together as a team to take on the Pretty Muddy Challenge – all in support of Cancer Research UK. Cancer has touched … [continue] Here at Dr Harbidge & Partners we’re getting Pretty Muddy for Cancer Research UK

Pop the kettle on your calendar! ☕ Join us for a Coffee Morning in aid of the Air Ambulance Friday, 13th June, from 10am – 12 Midday. Come along for … [continue] Join us for a Coffee Morning in aid of the Air Ambulance