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Dementia Action Week is a national campaign to encourage people to learn more about dementia, recognise the symptoms, and seek support early. Alzheimer’s Society estimates that 1 in 3 people … [continue] Dementia Action Week | 18 – 22 May 2026

Join the PPG and Dr Harbidge & Partners tomorrow, Wednesday 20th May, from 10:30am – 12:00pm in the surgery reception area for a special fundraising event. Come along for tea, … [continue] Tomorrow: Tea, coffee & cake for a great cause

Are you over 40 and not currently on a Heart Failure register? This event is for you! Who is this for? Aged 40+. Not on a Heart Failure register. No … [continue] FREE Heart Check Event | Kidsgrove Town Hall | 12th June 2026

The average waiting time at our practice last month was 5.6 minutes. Our team is working hard to see every patient as safely and efficiently as possible. Thank you for … [continue] Average Waiting Time – April 2026

Welcome to the next edition of our practice newsletter. 📰 You can pick up a copy of our current newsletter from reception, or view/download this month’s newsletter here. To see … [continue] Practice Newsletter – May 2026

Dr Harbidge and Partners would like to thank all of our patients who provided honest and valuable feedback through our Friends & Family Test last month, it is lovely to … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – April 2026

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, led by the Mental Health Foundation, aimed at raising awareness of mental wellbeing and encouraging action to support mental health for everyone in … [continue] Mental Health Awareness Week | 11th – 17th May 2026

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments last month. Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen here. It makes a dramatic difference to … [continue] DNA (Did not attend) – April 2026

Last month 2298 patients used our Total Triage service to contact us online. Total Triage is a great way for you to contact our practice for non-urgent medical or admin requests. … [continue] Total Triage Service – April 2026

You might notice things look a little different, that’s because there’s now a fresh new design, improved access, and some great new features to make managing your health even easier … [continue] The NHS App has had a big update

This year’s theme highlights an urgent global issue: ‘Access to anti-inflammatory inhalers for everyone with asthma’. Asthma affects over 260 million people worldwide, and tragically, hundreds of thousands of deaths … [continue] World Asthma Day 2026

Welcome to the next edition of our practice newsletter. 📰 You can pick up a copy of our current newsletter from reception, or view/download this month’s newsletter here.

Dr Harbidge and Partners would like to thank all of our patients who provided honest and valuable feedback through our Friends & Family Test last month, it is lovely to … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – March 2026

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments last month. Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen here. It makes a dramatic difference to … [continue] DNA (Did not attend) – March 2026

Last month 2600 patients used our Total Triage service to contact us online. Total Triage is a great way for you to contact our practice for non-urgent medical or admin … [continue] Total Triage Service – March 2026

Stress is something many of us experience, but too much stress can affect both our mental and physical health. Common signs of stress can include: Feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Difficulty … [continue] April is Stress Awareness Month

Over the Easter bank holiday weekend (3rd – 6th April 2026) our practice will be closed. 🐣 If you need medical help while we are closed: NHS 111 – Visit … [continue] Practice closed for Easter bank holiday weekend

With the Easter bank holiday weekend (3rd – 6th April 2026) approaching, we would like to remind patients to order repeat prescriptions early to make sure you have enough medication. … [continue] Easter bank holiday reminder – Order your prescriptions early

Behind every desk is a human being doing their best to help you. 💙 Our staff’s wellbeing is important too.

A child’s mental health is just as important as their physical health. Every child and young person deserves support, understanding, and someone to talk to. 💛 If you’re a parent … [continue] Children’s mental health matters

You may be an unpaid carer and support is available. 💚 We’re pleased to share that North Staffs Carers offer a wide range of free support services for unpaid carers … [continue] Do you look after a family member or friend?

Come along to meet our friendly Social Prescriber teams and connect with local organisations offering support, activities, and services to help improve your health and wellbeing. 🌿 🤝 Meet your … [continue] Join us for Social Prescribing Day – 25th March 2026

About the new Stoke-on-Trent Community Diagnostic Centre University Hospitals of North Midlands is opening a new community diagnostic centre (CDC) in Stoke-on-Trent. The centre will provide people with faster, more … [continue] New Stoke-on-Trent Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC)

National Social Prescribing Day Event To celebrate National Social Prescribing Day, our PCN Social Prescribers and lots of different organisations will be available for our patients to speak to about … [continue] National Social Prescribing Day Event – 25th March 2026

The Cancer Awareness Bus is coming to North Staffordshire this March. 🚌 Speak with NHS cancer experts, learn about screening, and pick up helpful information about early detection. 📍 12th … [continue] The Cancer Awareness Bus is coming this March

Welcome to the next edition of our practice newsletter. 📰 You can pick up a copy of our current newsletter from reception. Please click on the link below to view/download … [continue] Practice Newsletter – March 2026

It is a good time to learn about your risk and what you can do. Prostate cancer is now the most common cancer in men in the UK. Many people … [continue] March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Early detection saves lives. If you’re due for cervical, breast, or bowel screening, don’t put it off. Screening can catch problems before symptoms appear, making treatment simpler and more effective. … [continue] Cancer screening

Dr Harbidge and Partners would like to thank all of our patients who provided honest and valuable feedback through our Friends & Family Test last month, it is lovely to … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – February 2026

Epilepsy is a neurological condition that affects the brain and causes repeated seizures. Anyone can develop epilepsy, and it can affect people in very different ways. Key facts: A seizure … [continue] March is Epilepsy Awareness Month