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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, but the good news is that early detection saves lives. ✅ Women aged 50-71 are invited for free … [continue] October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

There’s never been a better time to quit smoking. 🚭 Stoptober is the perfect chance to take the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free you. Benefits of stopping smoking include: … [continue] Stoptober is here!

The Families’ Health & Wellbeing Service 0-19 run friendly, informal online groups covering a range of topics to support you and your family. 🌟 👩‍⚕️ Sessions are led by experienced … [continue] FREE monthly virtual sessions for parents & carers in Staffordshire

We’re proud to share Let’s Connect – a new network of free, local peer support groups for women diagnosed with ovarian cancer across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. 🌸 These small, welcoming groups (8–10 women) meet … [continue] New Local Support for Women with Ovarian Cancer

Trained library staff across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are here to help you use the NHS App and access NHS services online. 💻 Whether it’s booking appointments, ordering prescriptions, or getting … [continue] Struggling to access healthcare online?

Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection. It can be difficult to spot, but it requires urgent medical attention. ⚠️ Symptoms of sepsis in adults may include: Slurred speech … [continue] World Sepsis Day | 13th September 2025

We’ve set up an informational table in our waiting area with leaflets and literature about the NHS Breast Screening Programme. Whether you’re due for your first screen or just want … [continue] Breast screening information now available at the practice

Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy, and every life matters. Today is a reminder that help is available, hope is real, and you are not alone! 💬 If … [continue] World Suicide Prevention Day | 10th September 2025

Welcome to the next edition of our practice newsletter. In our newsletters you’ll find updates on practice news, key announcements and messages from across Primary Care. You can expect to … [continue] Practice Newsletter – September 2025

Do you know your blood pressure numbers? High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but it significantly increases your risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. 💡 A quick, … [continue] Know Your Numbers Week | 8th–14th September 2025

Pulmonary fibrosis is a serious lung condition where scar tissue builds up in the lungs, making it harder to breathe over time. 📌 Common symptoms include: Breathlessness (especially during activity). … [continue] September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month

Urology covers a range of health issues affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive organs, conditions like urinary infections, kidney stones, prostate problems, and bladder control issues are common, and … [continue] September is Urology Awareness Month

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

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

Urology covers a range of health issues affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive organs, conditions like urinary infections, kidney stones, prostate problems, and bladder control issues are common and … [continue] September is Urology Awareness Month

Supporting Our Community 🤝 Have you heard of the ‘Better Together Community Support Group’, which supports residents across Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme? They aim to reduce isolation and meet physical, emotional, … [continue] Better Together Community Support Group

In August, 629 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 – August 2025

Join us this September for our Winter Ready Event – find out what to expect, where it’s happening, and how it can help you stay well this winter. Newcastle North … [continue] Winter Ready with Newcastle North PCN

Did you know you can now view your cervical smear results quickly and securely through the NHS App? 📲 No more waiting for letters, your results will be available as … [continue] View your smear test results in the NHS app

Pop down to the Bentilee Neighbourhood Centre to find out more about CAMHS and how they support young people’s mental health. Whether you’re a parent, carer, or young person, come … [continue] Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Open Day | 13th September 2025

Please note that our surgery will be CLOSED on Monday 25th August for the Bank Holiday. We’ll reopen as normal on Tuesday 26th August. Need medical help while we’re closed? … [continue] Bank Holiday Closure – Monday 25th August

New Podcast: Beyond the Scales – with our PCN Dietician, Carrie!🎙️ Our PCN has just released a new episode of the Beyond the Scales podcast! It’s full of practical advice … [continue] New Podcast: Beyond the Scales

With the warm weather continuing, it’s important to look after yourself and those around you. Heat can be dangerous for everyone, but older people, young children, and those with long-term … [continue] Know the signs of heat exhaustion

Welcome to the next edition of our practice newsletter. 📰 In our newsletters you’ll find updates on practice news, key announcements and messages from across Primary Care. You can expect … [continue] Practice Newsletter – August 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 July, it is lovely to … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – July 2025

You’re invited! ✉️ Newcastle North Primary Care Network is hosting a Community Winter Ready Event and everyone is welcome! 🗓 Date: Thursday 11th September 2025. 🕘 Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. … [continue] Newcastle North PCN – Winter Ready Event 2025

Do you look after a family member, friend, or loved one who couldn’t manage without your support? If so, you are a carer, and it’s important to let us know. … [continue] Are you a carer?

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

In July, 653 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 – July 2025

Coffee morning for a cause! ☕ We’re brewing up something special in support of Headway, the brain injury association. A charity close to our hearts, helping people rebuild their lives … [continue] We’re brewing up something special in support of Headway