Alston Medical Practice

Alston Medical Practice We are a rural dispensing practice, Alston is notably the “highest market town” in England set in the mountainous district of the The North Pennines.

The practice area covers all of Alston Moor.

🌟 Volunteer with the Alston Social Day Unit! 🌟We’re looking for volunteers to help our Social Day Unit on Tuesdays & Wed...
21/11/2025

🌟 Volunteer with the Alston Social Day Unit! 🌟

We’re looking for volunteers to help our Social Day Unit on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. No firm commitment needed, we run a monthly rota, so any help is welcome!

Ways you can help:
🚗 Transport – assist clients to and from the unit
🍽 Catering – help with food & refreshments
🗨 Social Interaction – spend time chatting & engaging with clients

The Social Day Unit is a huge success and we’re very proud of it. Your support can make a real difference!

Interested?
📞 Contact: The surgery to find out more

💛 Join us and make a difference today!

19/11/2025

💙 International Men’s Day – Celebrating Men & Supporting Their Health
📅 November 19, 2025
🌍 International Men’s Day

Today is about more than raising awareness of men’s health, it’s also about celebrating the positive influence of men as fathers, mentors, leaders, and role models in our communities. 💪

This year, our Charity of the Year is Andys Man Club, a fantastic peer-support organisation providing safe spaces for men to talk and look after their mental and emotional wellbeing. Their clubs across Carlisle, Maryport, Cockermouth, Workington, Whitehaven, Barrow, Kendal, Penrith, and beyond are transforming lives every day.

We also want to recognise other Cumbrian organisations doing incredible work to support men’s mental health:

- Every Life Matters: su***de prevention, training, and bereavement support.
- Carlisle Eden Mind (MindLine Cumbria): mental health support, crisis services, and one-to-one listening.
- Together We CIC: wellbeing programs, talking therapies, and recovery support.
- West Cumbria Mental Health Partnership: working with Andy’s Man Club and local services to strengthen men’s mental health support.

On this day, we not only highlight the challenges men face but also celebrate their everyday contributions: the guidance they give, the inspiration they provide, and the difference they make in our communities.

💬 Let’s continue to break the stigma, support one another, and remind the men in our lives: “It’s okay to talk, help is here.”

👉 Learn more and get involved: Andys Man Club

🎶 Exhibition: Songs, Dance & Memory 🎶📅 Wednesday 19 – Friday 21 November 2025🕚 Open 11am – 4pm📍 Alston Hospital Communit...
17/11/2025

🎶 Exhibition: Songs, Dance & Memory 🎶
📅 Wednesday 19 – Friday 21 November 2025
🕚 Open 11am – 4pm
📍 Alston Hospital Community Room, Alston CA9 3RP

Come and drop in for a heart warming exhibition celebrating traditional folk songs, dance and the importance of memory in our communities. 💜

This special event shares highlights from workshops led by local artist Amanda Drago with the wonderful Alston Ladies Club, uncovering and reviving traditional songs as part of the Land of Lead and Silver 2025 community arts project.

Expect a cosy, welcoming space filled with stories, song, and a beautiful connection to local heritage. 🎻🪕✨
Perfect for anyone who loves music, history, or community traditions!

Want to find out more about the project? Visit the North Pennines National Landscape website. https://northpennines.org.uk/song-dance-memory/

This project is led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and proudly funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund (thank you National Lottery players!) and Historic England, with support from Cumbria Health.

We’d love to see you there, bring a friend, a neighbour, or family member and enjoy a celebration of our shared heritage.

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage and sa...
11/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.
🌹Lest we forget.

This week is Stress Awareness Week (3rd–7th November)! 🌿It’s a time to reflect on the everyday stresses of modern life. ...
05/11/2025

This week is Stress Awareness Week (3rd–7th November)! 🌿

It’s a time to reflect on the everyday stresses of modern life. A little stress can motivate us, too little can lead to boredom, but too much over time can harm our health and wellbeing.

💚 Be aware of the signs of stress:
😟 Irritability
💤 Poor sleep or fatigue
🤯 Worry or feeling overwhelmed

🧘♀️ Tips to manage stress:
Practice relaxation, deep breathing or mindfulness
Eat well, stay hydrated and get enough rest
Keep active and exercise regularly
Stay connected with friends, family and colleagues

You’re not alone, talk to someone you trust and don’t suffer in silence.

For further help and information, visit the NHS page on stress:
💻 https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/stress/

If you feel unwell or need medical help but aren’t sure which NHS service is right for you, please visit NHS 111 https:/...
30/10/2025

If you feel unwell or need medical help but aren’t sure which NHS service is right for you, please visit NHS 111 https://www.nhs.uk first. A&E is for emergencies only. 🚨

🎉 Congratulations!You’ve done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking and after 28 days smoke-free, y...
28/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations!

You’ve done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking and after 28 days smoke-free, you’re now 5 times more likely to quit for good. That’s a huge achievement, and everyone from your GP surgery is proud of you!

💡 Quitting smoking is always worth it.
Even after just a few weeks, your body is already repairing itself: your circulation improves, your lungs start to clear, and your risk of heart disease begins to drop. Every smoke-free day is a step towards a healthier, longer life.

🛠 Staying smoke-free
To help you stay on track, check out these tips and strategies to remain a non-smoker: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/

Remember, quitting isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone, we’ve got your back every step of the way. Keep going, and celebrate every smoke-free day!

🌟 Eden Sight & Hearing Awareness Event 🌟Come along to the friendly awareness event and discover local support available ...
28/10/2025

🌟 Eden Sight & Hearing Awareness Event 🌟

Come along to the friendly awareness event and discover local support available for people with sight or hearing loss! 👁️👂

🗓 Thursday 13th November
🕐 1pm – 3pm
📍 Penrith Quaker Meeting House

Pop in anytime to chat with representatives from:
• Eden Sight Support
• Westmorland & Furness Rehab Officer (Visual Impairment)
• Cumbria Deaf & Hard of Hearing Service
• Optelec
• Retina UK

☕ Free refreshments available
📞 For enquiries, call 01768 891724
No need to book — just pop in!

Let’s raise awareness and share resources to support our community 💙

🚭 Thinking about quitting smoking? You don’t have to do it alone, we’ve got your back.There are lots of free local servi...
25/10/2025

🚭 Thinking about quitting smoking? You don’t have to do it alone, we’ve got your back.

There are lots of free local services across Cumbria that can give you support, advice, and even ni****ne replacement therapy to help you stay on track.

👉 Here are some options near you:

Smokefree Cumberland – 1-to-1 and group support, pharmacy sessions, plus access to Allen Carr’s EasyWay programme. https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/health-and-wellbeing/find-support-and-help-give-smoking

Smoke Free Westmorland and Furness – Free online sessions, 12-week pharmacy support, and one-to-one coaching. https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/smoke-free

Cumbria Stop Smoking Service (NHS) – Free pharmacy-based support available county-wide. https://www.nhs.uk/services/service-directory/cumbria-stop-smoking-service/N10510733

Well Pharmacies – Local clinics offering personalised quit support. https://well.co.uk/health-hub/services/stop-smoking/

Townhead Surgery Stop Smoking Service – Free 6-12 week personalised programme with weekly check-ins. https://www.townheadsurgery.co.uk/clinics-and-services/smoking-cessation/

North Cumbria Integrated Care – To***co Dependency Treatment Service – Support available in hospital and after discharge. https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/services/tobacco-dependency-treatment-service

💡 Whether you want in-person help, phone support, or online sessions, there’s a service to suit you.

🚭 Do you know someone who wants to quit smoking, but doesn’t know where to start?Taking the first step can feel daunting...
20/10/2025

🚭 Do you know someone who wants to quit smoking, but doesn’t know where to start?

Taking the first step can feel daunting, but the right support makes all the difference. The NHS offers a free Personal Quit Plan, tailored advice to help find the best way to quit, based on individual needs and lifestyle.

💡 It only takes a few minutes to complete, and it could be the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free future.

👉 Share this link with a friend, family member, or loved one today: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/personal-quit-plan/

🌿 World Menopause Day 2025 – 18 OctoberGP practices across the region recognise the strength and resilience of people go...
18/10/2025

🌿 World Menopause Day 2025 – 18 October

GP practices across the region recognise the strength and resilience of people going through menopause. This year's theme, Lifestyle Medicine, highlights how nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management and self-care can make a real difference in managing menopausal symptoms and supporting wellbeing.

Menopause is a natural stage of life and there are ways to maintain health and vitality during this time. Local GP practices are here to offer advice, guidance and resources. Booking an appointment with a GP can help you access personalised support and information.

💡 Simple lifestyle steps to support menopausal health
Nutrition: Eat a balanced diet with plenty of whole foods, fibre and essential nutrients
Physical activity: Take part in regular exercise to support mood, energy and bone strength
Sleep: Prioritise good quality sleep to maintain hormonal balance and mental clarity
Stress management: Try mindfulness, meditation or relaxation techniques to reduce stress
Self-care: Listen to your body, ask for support when needed and practise self-compassion

Let’s continue the conversation and support each other through this important life stage. For more information visit the International Menopause Society's World Menopause Day page; https://www.imsociety.org/education/world-menopause-day-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

🚭 We know quitting smoking isn’t easy – but the ‘future you’ will thank you.Every day you go smoke-free, your body begin...
15/10/2025

🚭 We know quitting smoking isn’t easy – but the ‘future you’ will thank you.

Every day you go smoke-free, your body begins to repair itself. Within just 20 minutes your pulse rate returns to normal, and within weeks you may notice more energy, easier breathing, and a better sense of taste and smell. Longer term, the health benefits are even greater – reducing your risk of serious conditions like heart disease, stroke and cancer.

💪 Quitting can be tough, but support is available and every attempt gets you closer to becoming smoke-free for good.

👉 Learn more about the health benefits of stopping smoking here: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/why-quit-smoking/benefits-of-quitting-smoking/

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Alston
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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 6:30pm

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