Denmark Street Doctors

12/11/2025

This is a reminder of a COVID-19 pop-up clinic taking place across Darlington:

- Monday 17th November
- 10AM - 4PM
- Asda Car Park (Whinbush Way, Darlington, DL1 3RB)

If you're aged 75 and over or are immunosuppressed aged 6 months and over, pop down and get your vaccine.

12/11/2025

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

Light up your life with purple on 20th November 2025 to commemorate World Pancreatic Cancer Day. Whether you or someone close to you, or you simply show support for the cause, taking part in Purple Lights for pancreatic cancer helps to raise awareness of this devastating disease. https://purplelightsuk.org/

Pancreatic cancer often causes no symptoms in the early stages. When symptoms do appear, they’re the same in men and women and often vague or intermittent. This can mean it’s sometimes missed. Understanding and knowing the symptoms to look out for can help with early diagnosis, which results in improved outcomes.

Look out for:
• Unexplained upper abdominal pain
• Sudden weight loss or loss of appetite
• Indigestion, bloating or early fullness after small meals
• Nausea or vomiting, especially after fatty foods
• Fatigue or general weakness
If you’re worried, please make an appointment via our online request form.
https://www.pancreaticcancer.org.uk/information/signs-and-symptoms-of-pancreatic-cancer/

Tip: Find some great symptom-related resources here: https://shop.pancreaticcancer.org.uk/collections/symptoms-awareness

11/11/2025

The Practice will be observing a two minute silence at 11am.

We thank you for respecting our acknowledgment in honouring Remembrance Day.

10/11/2025

In October, over 97 hours of appointment times were missed by patients not attending their appointment, which equates to 444 appointments with the Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurse or Health Care Assistant.

If you have an appointment that you can no longer attend, please contact the Surgery on 01325 460731 to cancel the appointment, meaning another patient can use the valuable time.

10/11/2025

Our Creative Café group are hosting their own Christmas Fair in aid of St Teresa's Hospice! 🎅

The event will be held at the hospice on Thursday 27th November from 1pm-3pm and will include crafts, cakes, a tombola, a raffle and refreshments will be available from the Bistro. We hope you come along and join in the festive fun 🎄

10/11/2025

Are you looking after a child with additional needs?
Join Darlington Carers Support for “Making Sense of Caring”. This informative and welcoming event is designed to help you navigate the challenges of caring, find out what support is available to you as a Parent Carer.
To book your place click this link: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=vLDmQfs6PEiedxJCdjv3anlYWpUu10tJoZ75nXYQpWxUOEtXT05LUFo5U041VlRVUVhOM0tRV0lYVi4u&route=shorturl

10/11/2025

When you’re navigating tough times, some days will feel heavier than others. On the days where you're battling tough thoughts, it’s OK if all you do is get through it.

03/11/2025

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig into all the good food, here’s what to watch out for:

🍗 Food Safety / Food Poisoning
• Don’t let food sit out too long - especially meats or salads
• Keep raw and cooked foods separate
• Store leftovers promptly at safe temperatures

🔥 Fire & Fireworks Safety
• Always follow firework instructions carefully
• Keep a safe distance
• Never relight a dud firework
• Always supervise children
• Have a bucket of water or hose nearby in case of fire
👉 Safety info:
https://ow.ly/b3YI50XjLhX
https://bonfire-night-safety.co.uk
https://www.firstaid.co.uk/fireworks-safety--first-aid/

🚑 First Aid for Firework Injuries
• Minor burns: cool under running water for 10+ minutes
• Seek medical help for deeper burns, wounds, or if you see smoke inhalation symptoms
• Use sterile dressings, don’t apply creams or adhesives until checked

Have a safe and happy Bonfire Night! 🎆

03/11/2025

29/10/2025

The collection box is now in our Main Reception ready for any donations, thank you ⛄️

It is fast approaching that time of year again!

This year we will be working with Darlington Borough Council and collecting items from the list below. In the next week, there will be a collection box at our front reception for you to drop any gifts from the list below into, and help a family this Christmas. All donations will need to be at the Practice by Friday 28th November in readiness for the Council to collect.

Thank you 😃

29/10/2025

If you need the emergency contraceptive pill, you can now get it free from pharmacies across England — without needing an appointment with your GP or at a sexual health clinic.

Pharmacists can provide advice and support. Find your nearest participating pharmacy: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health-services/find-emergency-contraception/

28/10/2025

From October to March we can’t make enough vitamin D from sunlight, so to keep bones and muscles healthy, it’s best to take a daily 10 microgram supplement of vitamin D. You can get vitamin D from most pharmacies and retailers.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/vitamin-d/