Longtown Medical Practice

02/04/2026

We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant / Phlebotomist to work 2 mornings per week. If you are interested in the post please apply via the NHS Jobs website:

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02/04/2026

Could you help train the healthcare professionals of the future?
Newcastle University School of Medicine trains a range of students who will work within our NHS. Our students will become doctors, physician associates and clinical scientists.
The Patients as Partners in Healthcare Education service aims to involve patients and volunteers from across our region. Working with patients and volunteers is a hugely valuable part of our students' training that helps them to develop excellent communication and examination skills as well as developing their bedside manner
We want to hear from people with lived experience of healthcare or interested volunteers who feel they could support our students to develop these important skills.
To find out more, visit our website or scan the QR code
https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medicine/engagement/patients-as-partners/

01/04/2026

Sinus pain and pressure are often caused by inflammation following a cold or upper respiratory infection. Symptoms can include facial pain, congestion, headache, and a blocked or runny nose.

Through NHS Pharmacy First, participating pharmacies can assess sinus symptoms and offer advice and treatment to help relieve discomfort. Available age 12 years plus.

A visit to your local pharmacy is a good option if symptoms are mild to moderate and have been present for a short time. Pharmacists can recommend ways to manage symptoms and will advise if further assessment by a GP or another service is needed.

If symptoms are severe, last longer than 10 days, or are accompanied by a high temperature, swelling around the eyes, or worsening pain, you should seek further medical advice.

Includes: Mild to moderate sinus pain or congestion following a cold, short-term symptoms.

Does not include: Severe or prolonged symptoms, swelling around eyes, high fever, or pain worsening after 10 days. Children under 12 years old.

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01/04/2026

01/04/2026

A sore throat is very common and often caused by viral infections, which usually get better on their own within a week. Through NHS Pharmacy First, participating pharmacies can assess sore throat symptoms, offer advice on managing pain and discomfort, and in some cases provide treatment if it’s appropriate. Available age 5 years plus.

Visiting your local pharmacy can be a good first step if your sore throat is mild to moderate, you don’t feel seriously unwell, and symptoms have been present for a short time. Pharmacists can also help identify when symptoms may need further assessment and advise if you should contact your GP or another service.

If your sore throat is severe, lasts longer than a week, is accompanied by a high fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or you feel very unwell, it’s important to seek further medical advice.

Includes: Mild viral or bacterial sore throats in otherwise healthy adults and children.

Does not include: Severe infections, difficulty breathing/swallowing, persistent fever, or symptoms in children under 5 years.

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01/04/2026

We are excited to announce that we are looking for Neurodivergent young adults to join a Triple A Youth Steering Group!

The Triple A Project aims to launch our Youth Steering Group during Autism Acceptance Week in April. The steering group will be made up of neurodivergent young adults aged 14 to 18, who want to help shape Triple A's growing youth services offer.

Do you want to help create positive change by sharing your ideas and your experiences as a neurodivergent young adult and helping Triple A shape our growing youth services? Find out more or sign up by emailing admin@tripleaproject.org.uk, or DM our social media.

To take part in the Youth Steering Group, you need to:
- Be aged between 14-18
- Live in Cumbria
- Be neurodivergent e.g. autistic, ADHD (self ID is fine)
- Be passionate about creating positive change in your community

You do not need:
- Any previous experience
- Any specific qualifications
Got Questions? Email info@tripleaproject.org.uk, DM our social media accounts or arrange to chat with a member of our team (most of us are neurodivergent too).

We can't wait to meet you!

01/04/2026

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

UTIs are common and can cause symptoms such as pain or burning when passing urine, needing to urinate more often, or lower abdominal discomfort. Through NHS Pharmacy First, participating pharmacies can assess and treat uncomplicated UTIs in women aged 16 to 64, helping provide quicker access to care without a GP appointment. 💙💚

Your local pharmacy is a good place to go if symptoms are mild to moderate and you are otherwise well. Pharmacists can assess your symptoms, offer advice, and where appropriate provide treatment.

If symptoms are severe, do not improve, or include fever, back pain, blood in urine, or if you are pregnant or male, you should seek further medical advice.

Includes: Uncomplicated UTIs in women aged 16–64, mild to moderate symptoms (burning, frequency, discomfort).

Does not include: Men, pregnant women, children under 16, fever, back pain, blood in urine, or severe/unusual symptoms.

01/04/2026

01/04/2026

23/03/2026

Hopefully resolved now!

UPDATED 11:30am - RESOLVED
The previous national issue affecting some of the computer systems in GP practices this morning has now been resolved.

Many thanks in advance for your patience during this time.
Please be aware that teams will be working hard to catch up from the outage - so your kindness will go a long way. 💚💙

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23//3/26 - 11am⚠️ There is currently a national issue affecting one of the computer systems used across General Practice. ⚠️

Teams are working hard to manage the situation, but this is beyond local control. As a national issue, it is hoped this will be resolved as quickly as possible.

🙏 Thank you for your patience and understanding while we wait for further updates.