IntraHealth Parkgate Surgery

20/03/2026

Meningitis B Vaccination – Information for our patients

You may have read recent media coverage concerning a very serious outbreak of meningitis in Kent and we understand your concern. There is no evidence that this outbreak has spread further in the UK.
But it is still important to be aware of the symptoms of meningitis and sepsis. They can appear suddenly and be easily mistaken for flu, a heavy cold or even a hangover, so it is vital that anyone who is concerned seeks urgent medical help immediately.

Currently the Men B vaccine is only routinely offered to babies at 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 1 year. This is because infants are in the highest risk category.

The school age vaccine given to teenagers (MenACWY) protects against four different strains, but it does not include the Men B strain. Most adults and teenagers in the UK have not been vaccinated against meningitis B.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer the Men B vaccine at the practice to patients outside of the routine childhood schedule.

If you or your family wish to receive it, you will need to contact a private provider (such as a private travel clinic or a pharmacy)

20/03/2026

🐣🌸🐰 Parkgate’s Colouring Competition! 🐰🌸🐣

Please take a colouring sheet or, when waiting for an appointment, colour it in & hand it back to Reception 🎨✨

Make it as creative as you can! 🌈🖍️

⏰ Please hand it in before 1st April

Good luck everyone 🍫🥚💛

17/03/2026

🌸 Women’s Health & Menopause – Walk & Talk Programme

Looking for support, fresh air, and friendly conversation? Join this 8-week Walk & Talk programme focused on women’s health and wellbeing.

🚶‍♀️ Start with a gentle walk in South Park
☕ Enjoy refreshments and a relaxed chat
💬 Take part in weekly wellbeing sessions covering topics like menopause, nutrition, sleep, stress and more

📅 Starting: 25th March 2026
📍 Location: Clock Tower, South Park, Darlington
🕐 Walk at 1pm | Café 1:45–2pm | Wellbeing talk 2–3pm

A welcoming space to connect, learn and support your wellbeing 💛

✨ Everyone is warmly invited to take part – come along and join the conversation!

17/03/2026

Please see details of the next Inclusive coffee morning.
Anyone interested in volunteering for this popular coffee morning – please contact on the email provided on the poster.

02/03/2026

👨‍👦 Are you a parent or carer in County Durham and Darlington who cares for a child or young person (0-25yrs) with emotional or mental health difficulties?

🌊 Waves is here to support you.

Led by a friendly parent peer practitioner and supported by a CAMHS staff member, the group will listen, and offer advice and guidance based on their own lived experiences.

📍 3 March, 7 April, 5 May, 10am to 12noon, Mulberry Centre, Rowan Building, Darlington Memorial Hospital, DL3 6HX
📍4 March, 1 April, 6 May, 10am to 12noon, Lanchester Road Hospital, Durham, DH1 5RD
📍 17 March, 21 April, 19 May, 10am to 12noon, SENDIASS, Lee House, Lee Terrace Easington Village, Peterlee, SR8 3AB
📍 18 March, 15 April, 20 May, 6pm to 8pm, Acley Centre, Carers Way, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4PE

There’s no need to book we would love to see you. If you have any questions, please email the team at tewv.waves@nhs.net

More information and future dates are on our website 👇
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/services/camhs/waves-parent-and-carer-support-group/

02/03/2026

The surgery will be closed from 1pm on Wednesday 4th March 2026 for staff training. We will re-open as normal on Thursday 5th March 2026. If you have an urgent health issue that cannot wait for the practice to re-open on Thursday 5th March 2026, please call 01325 952278 and choose option 9. You can also contact 111 or use NHS 111 online.

27/02/2026

Dementia Friendly Darlington Needs Your Voice 💙

Dementia Friendly Darlington would like to hear from people living with dementia and those caring for someone with dementia.

They are inviting you to take part in a short, anonymous survey to help them better understand people’s views and current experiences of living with dementia in Darlington.

Your feedback will help them learn what is working well and where improvements may be needed to better support our community.

If you are living with dementia or care for someone who is, please consider sharing your experiences. Every response makes a difference.

Thank you for helping us create a more dementia-friendly Darlington 💙

26/02/2026

If someone’s mental or emotional state gets worse quickly, this can be referred to as a mental health crisis or a mental health emergency.

If you, or someone you know experiences this, you should get help as soon as possible.

24/7 support is available by calling NHS 111 and selecting the mental health option.
A mental health professional will listen to you and help you find the right support for you.

Find out more - https://northeastnorthcumbria.nhs.uk/here-to-help-you/looking-after-your-mental-health/

26/02/2026

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

26/02/2026

Sisters of Support is opening a new group at Darlington Connect on Thursday 26th March, 7pm–9pm.

Sisters of Support is a peer-led women’s mental health community. They create safe, confidential spaces where women can come exactly as they are — no judgement, no fixing, no pressure. Just real conversation, real understanding, and real connection. They understand how powerful it is to sit in a room and realise you are not alone.

This is a women-only safe space for those aged 18+ to share whatever is on your heart. Whether you are navigating stress, grief, anxiety, overwhelm, or simply need connection, you are welcome.

Darlington Connect, 6 Northgate, DL1 1NR (opposite Joseph Pease Statue)
For more information:
tel: 01325-639507
Email: darlingtonconnect1@gmail.com

26/02/2026

26/02/2026

The MMRV vaccine protects against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chickenpox) and is an important part of the childhood vaccination schedule.

If your child has missed any vaccines, or if you have recently moved to the UK from another country, it is never too late to catch up. The NHS offers free catch-up vaccinations to help ensure children and adults are protected and up to date. Checking your vaccination record and booking missing doses can help protect both your family and the wider community. 💉🛡️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

Find out about the MMRV vaccine: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/
Check the NHS vaccination schedule: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/