Middle Chare & Woodlands Surgery

14/11/2025

You are not a burden. This is a message every young person needs to hear. 💜

Our HOPELINE247 advisers want to know what's going on for you, and how you can work together to stay safe for now. They are here to help you find the glimmers of HOPE.

If you're struggling with thoughts of su***de, call 0800 068 4141, text HOPE to 88247, email pat@papyrus-uk.org or visit our website for our webchat.

You are worthy of support. 💜

14/11/2025

This Saturday, 15 November 2025, we will be opening 3 of our Family Hubs for a free Stay and Play session. These are aimed at under 5's but we know you may have some older siblings to bring too.

Chester le Street, Seaham and Newton Aycliffe Family Hubs will be open 9.30am to 11am for you to call in and see what we do.

No need to book, just come along on the day.

13/11/2025

Do you need support, a friendly face, a safe space to be open and honest. Then please visit this local support group for women only. HerSpace

They have also recenly moved to a new venue - see post for details.

13/11/2025

Do you have a learning disability and have supported a close friend of family who has or had cancer?

We are looking for people from the North East and North Cumbria to take part in interviews and focus groups.

For more information get in touch with me: julie.tucker11@nhs.net

Or check the website: https://bit.ly/3JNRS5G

13/11/2025

Everyone deserves good mental health, and that includes men. 💜

This month we’re sharing stories from men who have been through difficult times – what they learned, who they turned to and how they keep on going.

If you’re struggling, please remember that you are not alone.

If you, or someone you know is finding life tough, these brilliant charities help. 💜

Campaign Against Living Miserably
UK Men's Sheds Association
Samaritans
Shout

13/11/2025

Baby Week 2025 - free for all families

Here at Baby Week we want every parent / carer to feel confident. Basic baby first aid skills are key. We’re doing what we can to try and set-up as many classes in person and will soon launch a campaign around this.
However, as an introduction – we would love you to join us for an introduction as a webinar. You will have the chance to ask questions and hear from an expert!

Aimed at parents and carers / professionals and students across the UK to cover an introduction to first aid, including CPR and choking as well as basic knowledge and skills to deal with a range of situations in an emergency.

45 minutes session with 15 minutes for questions

More info on the link below

https://babyweek.co.uk/event/intro-to-baby-first-aid-free-online-session/

13/11/2025

Starting from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am Wednesday 19 November, some NHS services will be affected due to strike action. Please continue to come forward for NHS care.

If you need urgent medical help, use 111, and if it is a serious or life-threatening emergency, please call 999.

13/11/2025

Many people with early stage lung cancer don’t notice any symptoms.

Keep your lungs happy, if you’re invited for a lung health check, make sure you book your appointment – even if you feel well. 🫁

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

Op COURAGE is a mental health and wellbeing service developed by veterans, for veterans. It doesn’t matter how long you served for or when you left.

If you find life difficult after leaving the UK Armed Forces, face struggles with mental health, and live in England, Op COURAGE is here to help.

Find out more information, visit www.nhs.uk/opcourage

11/11/2025

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Regular self-checking for any lumps or swelling can catch testicular cancer early.

Get to know what’s normal and what’s not for you with
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Would you know what to look for?

11/11/2025

It is estimated that smoking causes 22% of pancreatic cancers in the UK.
If you quit now, your risk could reduce to that of a non-smoker after you stop for 5 years or more.

Find out more about risk factors Pancreatic Cancer Action 👉bit.ly/3zjS8RF