The Family Medical Practice

02/04/2026

Happy World Autism Awareness Day 2026
We would like to share an upcoming event with local childrens author Alex Winstanley

👋👋 calling all families with neurodiverse and disability lived experience 👋👋

Alex is currently planning his next book and he wants your voice to shape it. If you or your family have lived experience of neurodiversity and disability this is for you
🌟 share your stories
🌟influence a new book
🌟 help create positive, empowering representation

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧everyone is welcome

Event information
🌈 wednesday 8th april 10am-12pm drop in
🏠 Standish Library 13 Cross Street Wigan WN6 0HQ

Come along and meet Alex, be part of something meaningful

02/04/2026

This bank holiday think Pharmacy First! Your local pharmacy can provide advice and support for a range of minor illness – plus prescription medicines for some common conditions. All without a GP appointment!

To find a pharmacy near you open over the bank holiday, click the link in the comments.

Search ‘Greater Manchester Pharmacy First’ to find out more.

26/03/2026

Ahead of we want to take a moment to acknowledge all the different emotions our community may feel in relation to awareness campaigns.

As a part of our work with Stage4 You, a campaign developed and funded by our incredible partner, Takeda UK and supported by us, this week we’re spotlighting the mental load of living with stage 4 bowel cancer.

Awareness campaigns are vital for increasing understanding and helping more people get diagnosed earlier, particularly for bowel cancer which could see over half a million new cases in England by 2040. But we also understand for those living the reality of bowel cancer, it can trigger all sorts of emotions.

A huge thank you to our fantastic ambassador Dr Anisha Patel for supporting this initiative.

Learn more about this campaign: https://bit.ly/4uRcJb6

26/03/2026

26/03/2026

Are you a man aged 65 years+? Or have family or a friend who is? Important info that could save a life!

82% of men with an untreated abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) tragically die. The good news is that a 10-minute, pain-free scan will spot any swelling in the aorta early enough so it can be treated.

If you've been invited for your AAA check, please book today.

26/03/2026

Today we’re highlighting what to share with your GP about your family history of .

If someone in your family has had bowel cancer, you may feel worried about the risk of you and your family having bowel cancer too.

Most cases of bowel cancer aren’t passed down through families, but your risk might be higher if you have a close relative such as a parent, sibling or child who has been diagnosed with the disease. If you’re unsure about your risk or what this means for you, we’re here to support you.

For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3Lc4XjJ

13/02/2026

13/02/2026

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, with record numbers of men receiving a diagnosis.

The earlier you find it, the easier it is to treat.

Join over four million men who've already taken our online Risk Checker.

It could save your life.

⏱️ Check your risk in 30 seconds: bit.ly/3ZgZDVO

Already checked? Share this with your dads, grandads, partners and friends - and help us get more men diagnosed earlier.

13/02/2026

19/12/2025

🎄 Christmas is an exciting time, but it can also be tough – especially when you’re managing diabetes. But you’re not alone, our helpline is ready if you need support and our online forum is here to connect you with others.

📞 Helpline: 0345 123 2399
💻 Online forum: https://orlo.uk/online-forum_ZKwiS

We’re here for you if you need us! 💙

*Our helpline will be closed from 3pm on 24 December to 9am on 2 January

19/12/2025

Last week, His Majesty The King The Royal Family talked about the importance of taking part in cancer screening as part of Stand Up To Cancer UK

Breast screening can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest.

So when you’re invited, save the date. It could save your life.

19/12/2025

🎄 Christmas & New Year Opening Hours 🎄

Wednesday 24th December
🕗 8:00am – 1:00pm
💻 Routine online requests available via Ask My GP until 6:30pm

Closed:
❌ 25th – 28th December

Monday 29th & Tuesday 30th December
🕗 8:00am – 6:30pm

Wednesday 31st December
🕗 8:00am – 1:00pm
💻 Routine online requests available via Ask My GP until 6:30pm

Thursday 1st January
❌ Closed

✅ Normal working hours resume from Friday 2nd January

🚨 Urgent appointments during closed periods
Please contact:
📞 GP Alliance: 01942 482848
📞 NHS 111

💊 Prescription Requests – please request these as soon as possible to avoid delays in your medication, any requests made Tuesday 23rd December onwards may not be ready until after the break

🎅 Merry Christmas and happy holidays!