Turton GP

26/04/2026

Diabetes can affect anyone, at any stage of life.

Support at home, school, work and during pregnancy makes a real difference.

Listen, learn and show up for those living with diabetes.

22/04/2026

21/04/2026

Ever walk into a room and completely forget why you went in there?

Or lose your words halfway through a sentence?

Or just feel… not quite as sharp as you used to?

We hear this a lot in clinic. People often call it “brain fog”.

It’s frustrating — and it can make you worry something’s not right.

In many cases, there is a reason for it. Common ones we see include:

• Not sleeping properly• Stress building up over time• Hormonal changes (especially in your 40s/50s)• Low iron or B12• Thyroid problems• Sometimes after an illness

It often creeps up slowly, so you don’t notice it at first — until you do.

You don’t have to just put up with it or assume it’s “just getting older”.

If this sounds like you, it’s worth a conversation. We can usually help get to the bottom of it.

You can find out more at www.turtongp.co.uk

Or if you’d prefer to read more about Dr Emery:

https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/consultants/john-emery

21/04/2026

This week is MS Awareness Week.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition that affects the brain and spinal cord.

There are lots of possible symptoms of MS. Everyone with this condition is affected differently.

ℹ️ http://nhs.uk/conditions/multiple-sclerosis/

17/04/2026

14/04/2026

Why are you still tired… even after 8 hours in bed?

It’s not always about how long you sleep—but how well you sleep.

Late-night scrolling. Irregular bedtimes. Watching “just one more episode”…
These small habits quietly disrupt your body clock and reduce sleep quality—without you even realising.

Signs your sleep might need attention:
😴 Waking up unrefreshed
😴 Struggling to fall asleep some nights
😴 Feeling wired at night but exhausted in the morning
😴 Relying on caffeine to get through the day

The good news? Simple changes can make a big difference.

But if you’ve tried the basics and still feel exhausted, there could be an underlying issue worth exploring.

👉 Better sleep starts with understanding your sleep.

If this sounds familiar, it might be time for a more personalised approach.

Find out more or book here:
Consultant Profile – John Emery

13/04/2026

April is IBS Awareness Month.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

It can be very frustrating to live with and have a big impact on your everyday life.

Find out more, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/

11/04/2026

🚨 “It’s just tiredness…” — or is it?

You’re exhausted.
Snappy.
Struggling to focus.
Sleeping… but never feeling refreshed.

So you push on — work, family, life.

But what if it’s not just being busy?

💡 These symptoms are often brushed off, yet can be linked to:
• Low iron or B12
• Thyroid problems
• Hormonal changes
• Poor sleep (including sleep apnoea)
• Ongoing stress effects

👉 The problem?
They creep in slowly — until “not feeling right” becomes your normal.

At Turton GP, we look deeper. No rushing. No brushing it off.

✔️ Proper time to talk
✔️ Thorough assessments
✔️ Quick access to tests and answers

✨ You don’t have to just put up with it.

👉 Take the first step today:
🔗 Book your appointment

11/04/2026

03/04/2026

🚨 The Silent Health Issue Most People Miss… 🚨

Feeling constantly tired? Struggling to lose weight? Not quite yourself lately?

It might not be “just life” — it could be your thyroid.

Thyroid problems affect 1 in 20 people in the UK, yet so many go undiagnosed for years because the symptoms are easy to brush off:😴 Fatigue⚖️ Weight changes😟 Low mood or anxiety💤 Poor sleep🧠 Brain fog

At Turton GP, we’re seeing more patients than ever who thought they were “just run down”… until we uncovered an underlying issue.

💡 The good news?A simple consultation and blood test can give you real answers — and the right treatment can make a huge difference.

⏳ Don’t wait months wondering.💬 Get clarity. Get control. Get back to feeling like YOU.

👉 Learn more or book here: https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/consultants/john-emery

👇 Tell us in the comments — have you ever had your thyroid checked?

Dr John Emery is a private GP at the Beaumont Hospital in Bolton, Greater Manchester.

09/03/2026