West Derby Medical Centre

05/12/2025

Congratulations to our Staff of the Month for November!

Last month our nominated staff were:

Dr Steit - our newest salaried GP
Wesley our Senior Clinical Pharmacist
Samantha our Practice Nurse
James one of our Care Navigators

We would like to take this opportunity to thank them for everything that they do!

26/11/2025

Reminder!

We shut early today at 1pm due to staff training. We still have appointments but these are limited. If you need assistance this afternoon, please call 111, or 999 for emergencies

24/11/2025

Protect your festive season with a flu vaccine - at West Derby Medical Centre we are making it easier than ever to get vaccinated.

If you are eligible, please speak to reception and we could vaccinate you straight away without any need for an appointment.

We are still offering appointments for your vaccinations as well, please call us on 0151 317 6310, or fill in an online health form, and we can book you in

23/11/2025

🦷 Need urgent dental care or advice? 🦷

If you live in Cheshire, Warrington, Wirral or Merseyside, you can access urgent dental support every day from 8am to 10pm, including weekends and Bank Holidays.

The CWWM Dental Helpline, provided by Mastercall on behalf of the NHS, offers:

✔️ Advice for dental problems
✔️ Support in finding an appointment if you don’t have a regular dentist
✔️ Guidance from trained call handlers and dental nurses

📞 Call 0161 476 9651 for urgent dental care and advice.

Whether it’s severe toothache, swelling or another urgent concern, don’t wait - reach out and get the help you need 💙

21/11/2025

We are part of a network of GP surgeries that allows us to offer more health care services, at a time and place that best suits you!

If you are due your cervical screening, there are Saturday appointments for you to book into at a surgery nearby.

Your routine cervical screening could save your life and takes just 15 minutes.

If you would like to book in for one of our upcoming clinics please give us a call on 0151 317 6310

20/11/2025

Next Wednesday (26/11/2025) we are closed from 1pm for our monthly staff training

If you need medical assistance in the afternoon, please instead call 111, or for urgent assistance 999

19/11/2025

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our two amazing Care Navigators Charlotte and Caitlin, and our Lead Practice Nurse Tracy, who have been awarded Employees of the Month! 🎉✨

Their dedication, compassion and constant commitment to patient care make a tremendous difference every single day. From guiding patients with kindness to providing exceptional clinical support, they embody what teamwork looks like 💙

We would like to thank them for going above and beyond in their work👏👏👏

28/10/2025

West Derby Medical Centre Update 💉

We’re so proud to share that our team has given 379 flu vaccines so far this season!

A huge thank-you to all our patients who’ve rolled up their sleeves to protect themselves and our community and to our hardworking staff who have kept the clinics running smoothly💪

If you haven’t had your jab yet, there’s still time!
✅ Protect yourself from serious illness this winter
✅ Help reduce pressure on the NHS
✅ Book online or speak to reception to check if you’re eligible

We are not giving COVID vaccinations anymore this year, but if you think that you may be eligible please give 119 a call, or contact your local pharmacy!

22/10/2025

🍂 Autumn Flu Clinic - This Saturday, 25th October🍂

📍 West Derby Medical Centre, 9am-11am

No appointment needed. Walk-in if you’re eligible and a registered patient here.
We’re also running child nasal flu vaccines.

Who can come for a flu jab/nasal vaccination:

✅ Age 65+
✅ Pregnant
✅ Long-term health conditions or weakened immune system
✅ Carers or close contacts of someone vulnerable
✅ Care Home residents
👶 Aged 2–3 registered with us
(If you’re unsure, call us and we’ll check)

Why get it now

💉Best protection before winter hits
🛡 Helps protect you and the people around you

Questions? Call reception or message us here

See you Saturday, 9–11am, at West Derby Medical Centre🍁

16/10/2025

🚭 Stoptober - Quit smoking for good

October is a powerful month to make a positive change with Stoptober

The NHS is encouraging people to commit to 28 days smoke-free. If you make it 28 days, you’re 5 x more likely to quit long-term

Quitting has almost immediate benefits: improved lung function, better circulation and reduced risk of serious illness

You don’t have to do it alone. Free tools, advice and support are available via the NHS Quit Smoking programme

Check out the NHS Quit Smoking page for tools, quit plans and support.

👉 For more info: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

13/10/2025

Have you ever supported someone with cancer?

The Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance has organised a Listening event, where you can share your experiences to help shape better cancer services for patients and carers.

🗓 Date: Thursday 13th November 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Venue: The Liner Hotel, Lord Nelson Street, L3 5QB
🥗 Lunch provided!!

This event offers:
☑️ Experienced & caring facilitators
☑️ A safe and confidential space to speak openly
☑️ Separate activities for anyone you may need to bring with you, so you can share freely

🔹 Register today to secure your place!
📞 Call 07786 975 694
📧 Email ccf-tr.cmcapatientengagement@nhs.net
or simply scan the QR code on the poster below

Your feedback helps to improve cancer support and care across Cheshire and Merseyside.
Please share this post to help reach others who may wish to attend💙

08/10/2025

❄️ Cold weather reminder ❄️

Cold weather reminder ❄️

Colder climes can be tough for people living with dementia – but with the right support, we can help them stay warm, safe, and independent.

Thanks to our Gas Distribution Network partnership, there are several ways to access financial and practical support before the cold weather sets in and things become more urgent.

If you care for someone with dementia, here are just a few actions you can start implementing now to help ensure the coming months are safe, comfortable and affordable:

- Fit & test carbon monoxide alarms regularly
- Get your boiler serviced ahead of winter
- Call our Dementia Support Line for info on local grants for energy costs
- Close curtains at dusk and use draught excluders to keep warmth inside
- Set the thermostat and use timers – aiming for around 18–21°C
- Join the Priority Services Register – a free support service for people living with dementia

[Image description:
A winter-style infographic with a heading that reads: 6 ways to keep someone with dementia safe and warm in winter. Each tip has a small illustration with text underneath that advises the following: setting thermostats and using timers, joining the priority services register, calling our dementia support line, servicing your boiler, testing carbon monoxide alarms, closing curtains and using draught excluders.]