Handbridge Medical Centre

11/03/2026

📢 Important Notice
The surgery will be closed today from 13:00 for staff training.
We will reopen tomorrow at 08:00 as usual.

If you need medical advice or assistance while we’re closed, please contact NHS 111 by:
📞 Calling 111 📱Using the NHS App
🚨 As always, dial 999 in an emergency.

Thank you for your understanding!

Services the NHS provides if you need urgent or emergency medical help

24/02/2026

We are supporting the Department of Health and Social Care and the NHS on a new campaign encouraging all adults to take the Healthy Choices Quiz. This health and wellbeing quiz aims to empower adults to take control of their health by making small changes day to day.

Taking around 5 minutes to complete, the quiz asks a series of
questions about your lifestyle. You will then receive an overall score
out of 10 and advice on how you are doing in each area. You’ll also
receive personalised recommendations and a wealth of NHS resources including free apps to help you act where it’s most needed.

Take the free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz today:
https://www.nhs.uk/hcquiz

20/02/2026

Illnesses such as measles and whooping cough can be serious. Vaccinating your child can help protect them and others. To check if they are missing any vaccines, look in their red book or give book an appointment with our nurse to discuss. www.nhs.uk/childhoodvaccinations

05/02/2026

💜 Free Dementia Clinics – Support for Patients and Families 💜
Dementia UK, in partnership with Nationwide Fairer Futures, is offering free, confidential dementia clinics with a specialist dementia nurse (known as an Admiral Nurse) at local Nationwide branches.
These face‑to‑face appointments can provide expert support and advice on:
• Getting a diagnosis
• Understanding symptoms and changes in behaviour
• Practical tips for carers
• Choosing home or residential care
• Emotional support for individuals and families
📅 Appointments are free and confidential
📝 How to book:
➡️ Visit https://www.dementiauk.org/nationwide
➡️ Speak to a Nationwide colleague in your local branch
➡️ Scan the QR code on the poster below
This service may be helpful for anyone affected by dementia, including carers and family members. Please feel free to share with others who may benefit.

04/02/2026

🌈 FREE February Half‑Term Holiday Clubs 🌈
If your child is eligible for free school meals, they may be able to attend FREE Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) clubs across West Cheshire 🍎⚽🎨
✅ Fun activities
✅ For children and young people eligible for free school meals
📲 Booking is essential
Please scan the QR code on the poster below to view the interactive map and contact the relevant provider, or visit:
👉 www.edsential.com/haf-cheshire-west
📞 Need help booking?
Call 01244 977394 or email HAF@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

02/02/2026

Turn on notifications to get messages, appointments and reminders as soon as they’re sent.

You can also request and track repeat medication requests, view your test results as soon as they are available and view your medical record.

You can do more with the NHS App than you realise. Discover what else you can do today.

📱Tap the NHS App

06/01/2026

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉
We hope you have a healthy and happy start to 2026.
Just a quick reminder: We’re closed on New Year’s Day (Thursday 1 January).
Normal hours resume on Friday 2 January (08:00 – 18:30).

For urgent medical advice while we’re closed:
📞 Call NHS 111
🚨 Dial 999 in an emergency
Stay safe and enjoy the celebrations! 🥳

22/12/2025

🎄Christmas & New Year Opening Hours🎄
Our practice wishes you a happy and healthy festive season! Please note our opening hours over the holiday period:
✅ Open as usual on all other weekdays
❌ Closed on:
Christmas Day (Thursday 25 December)
Boxing Day (Friday 26 December)
New Year’s Day (Thursday 1 January)

If you need medical advice while we are closed:
📞 Call NHS 111 for non-emergency help
🚨 Dial 999 in an emergency

19/12/2025

🎉 School Holiday Activities in Cheshire West & Chester 🎉
Looking for fun things to do with the kids this holiday? Cheshire West & Chester Council has put together a fantastic list of activities happening across the area!

👉 Find out more here: https://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/news-and-views/campaigns/school-holiday-activities

05/12/2025

🎀 Are You 71 or Over? Breast Screening Matters!

Did you know 1 in 3 women who develop breast cancer are over the age of 70?

If you’re 71 or older, you still have the right to free breast screening every 3 years. Continuing routine screening can help detect cancer early when treatment is most effective.

📞 To book your appointment, call the breast screening unit on 01244 365135.