Duke Street Surgery

12/11/2025

25/10/2025

Did you know that the community Pharmacists can provide treatment and some prescription medicine, if needed, without seeing a GP?
No need to phone us or wait for an appointment, just call at your local pharmacy.
To find local pharmacy locations and opening times visit: https://www.nhs.uk/find-a-pharmacy
These 7 conditions can be treated by a pharmacist under the NHS :
✅Earache (age 1 to 17)
✅Sinusitis (age 12 and over)
✅Sore throat (age 5 and over)
✅Infected insect bite
✅Impetigo, a skin infection
✅Shingles (age 18 and over)
✅Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women (age 16 to 64)
If you are exempt from prescription charges, for example if you are under 16 or over 60, or if you have a prescription prepayment certificate, you will not pay for the medicine prescribed.
To find out more about Pharmacy First conditions visit: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

16/10/2025

Quitting smoking helps you breathe easier, feel better, save money, and live longer. If you live in Westmorland and Furness, there's range of free Stop Smoking support available - whether you've tried to quit before, or are thinking about it for the first time.

14/10/2025

Pain Education for the Nation is this week 🙌

Have you got your tickets yet? It's not too late... 🎟️

https://t.co/cNRWeF9Eek

14/10/2025

📲 Get important NHS messages via the NHS App!

Did you know you can receive notifications directly in the NHS App when your GP surgery or healthcare providers send you messages?

✅ Messages are secure and verified
✅ You can view & send messages

What you need to do👇
-Download or open the NHS App
-Log in using your NHS credentials (You may need to verify your ID if haven't set this up before)
-Turn on push notifications (so you’ll be alerted when new messages arrive)

Go to Messages (or “View your messages” from the home screen) to read any updates.💬

⚠️ Please note: Messaging is for non-urgent advice. If you need help right away, call us or 111, or use the appropriate emergency service.

🔔 Pro tip: Make sure your phone’s system settings allow the NHS App to send you push notifications.

Let’s make your healthcare communications easier, safer, and faster. 💬

07/10/2025

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30/09/2025

Pregnant women are eligible for flu, RSV & whooping cough vaccines.

Speak to your midwife, GP practice or pharmacist about vaccinations.

Visit nhs.uk/pregnancyvaccinations for more details.

26/09/2025

The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists issues advice for pregnant people on the use of paracetamol to manage fever and pain.

23 Sept 2025 -
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has published a clear statement on the safety of paracetamol use in pregnancy, stating that there is no confirmed link between taking paracetamol during pregnancy and autism in children.

Paracetamol remains the recommended pain relief option for pregnant women when used as directed.

Professor Ranee Thakar, President of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, said:
“Managing pain and fever during and after pregnancy is really important for the wellbeing of women and their babies. Pain can impact a woman’s physical and psychological health, while unmanaged fevers can pose risks for both the mother and unborn baby. The MHRA statement is clear that Paracetamol remains the recommended pain relief option for pregnant women when used as directed. It is vital that women have access to accurate, evidence-based information. If you are concerned or have questions about the use of paracetamol, please speak to your pharmacist or maternity team as soon as possible.”

Notes to editors:
Paracetamol is recommended as the first-choice painkiller for pregnant women, used at the lowest dose and for the shortest duration.

Women with unresolved pain or fever, or those with concerns about the use of paracetamol, are urged to speak to a pharmacist, GP or midwifery team as soon as possible.

24/09/2025

Taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children.

Find out more ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/paracetamol-for-adults/pregnancy-breastfeeding-and-fertility-while-taking-paracetamol-for-adults/

24/09/2025

If you are pregnant, you can help protect your baby from RSV, whooping cough, and flu, which can cause serious illness. Vaccines give you both the best protection against these diseases.

Speak to your midwife or GP practice.

ℹ️ www.nhs.uk/pregnancyvaccinations