Zetland Medical Practice

31/03/2026

Carers Connect

Support for Carers in Redcar & Cleveland

Age UK Teesside’s Carers Connect Service offers free support to carers who need a break from their caring role. Volunteers can spend 1 to 2 hours with the person you care for, giving you regular weekly time for yourself.

The service also provides practical help, including shopping, prescription collection, accompanying to appointments, and support with social activities.

Available to people aged 50 and over living in Redcar and Cleveland.

For more info look here:
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/teesside/our-services/carers-connect-service-99ba6cc9-dcc1-ee11-a81c-000d3a39e6ae/

30/03/2026

Free Digital Support in Redcar & Cleveland

Jane Harvey is the new Digital Befriender at Age UK Teesside.

She is supporting residents in Redcar & Cleveland aged 50 and over who would like help using technology. This FREE service can include anything from using tablets and phones to staying in touch with family, shopping online, and accessing support services.

22/03/2026

We are now booking Covid spring boosters for those eligible

Our clinic will be on Saturday the 18th April.

We have contacted all those who are eligible, so if you have been contacted but are not yet booked in then please get in touch.

21/03/2026

We are getting a flurry of requests for people wanting mounjaro for weight loss.

GP's are severely limited on who they can prescribe for. Patients must meet the following criteria:

Aged over 18 with a BMI over 40, and

Have four or more of the following diagnosed conditions:

-Type 2 diabetes
-High blood pressure (hypertension)
-Heart disease (cardiovascular disease) e.g. had a heart attack before
-Obstructive sleep apnoea
-Abnormal blood fats (dyslipidaemia)

If you don't meet this we cannot prescribe, no matter how much we may want to.

When we were told that we could prescribe this we ran a search for eligible patients and invited them for an appointment.

We can still refer to Tier 3 weight loss, which has a less strict criteria for referral. They generally offer Wegovy and they have a waiting list which the surgery has no control over.

20/03/2026

Lots of people are talking about the MenB (meningitis B) vaccine following recent reports of cases in Kent.

💉 Who has already had the MenB vaccine?

The MenB vaccine is part of the UK routine childhood immunisation schedule. It is usually given to:
• Babies at 8 weeks, 16 weeks, and 1 year of age
• Some individuals at higher risk (as advised by a healthcare professional)

👩‍⚕️ Who has NOT routinely had it?
Older children, teenagers, and adults will not usually have received the MenB vaccine unless they were in a specific risk group.

📍 Can you get the MenB vaccine now?
The MenB vaccine is not routinely available on the NHS for older children or adults, but it may be available privately at some pharmacies and travel clinics.

⚠️ What should you do?
• Check your child’s Red Book or vaccination history
• If you think your child has missed a routine vaccine, please contact us
• If you are concerned about symptoms of meningitis, seek urgent medical attention

For more information, visit the NHS website or speak to a pharmacist.

19/03/2026

Goodbye Dr Tan

Yesterday was Dr Tan's last day at the surgery as he moves onto life as a fully qualified GP.

It is always bitter sweet to see our GP Registrars complete their training. It's hard to say goodbye, but lovely to see their hard work and dedication rewarded.

We wish Dr Tan all the best in his new job. Thank you for all your hard work

18/03/2026

The surgery will be shut from 13.00 today for the Tees wide teaching of GP's and surgery staff which is a few times a year.

You can still call up until this time and after this calls will be covered by the GP Federation ELM

18/03/2026

So proud of the team, working hard to get the Carer friendly status and help our patients

Zetland Medical Practice in Marske is the latest GP surgery in South Tees to achieve Carer Friendly status with support from Teesside Mind.

Through initiatives such as patient text messages and making a carer registration form available online and at reception, the practice increased the number of registered carers from 133 in 2025 to 339 by January 2026.

Registered carers at the practice can receive support from the Social Prescribing Team and are encouraged to attend regular health checks to discuss their wellbeing and caring responsibilities.

If you care for a family member or friend, letting your GP practice know you are a carer can help you access the right support. Find out more and download a copy of the form here 👉https://wecareyoucare.info/info-advice/your-gp-surgery
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Healthwatch Redcar & Cleveland Carers Together

17/03/2026

Nature Buggy Buddies

This group offers an opportunity to get outdoors in the fresh air with your baby or toddler, and connect with other parents and carers in a friendly setting.

Discover peaceful buggy-friendly green routes and enjoy fun sensory activities that will help your baby grow, learn and connect with nature

When: Fridays 1-2.30pm
Where: Meet at Ormesby Library
For more information call: 01642 314716

16/03/2026

Connecting to Health Village Hall Roadshow

Village Halls Week 2026, celebrating community, support, and wellbeing across East Cleveland.

Tees Valley Rural Action is excited to share its programme of Connecting to Health Roadshow events taking place across East Cleveland. The organisation is inviting everyone to get involved!

From Tuesday 17 to Thursday 19 March, the roadshow will bring free health checks, friendly advice, community support, and local services to village halls across the area. Enjoy relaxed sessions with treats, activities, and the opportunity to speak directly with a wide range of organisations.

No booking is required - just drop in!

15/03/2026

Quilling Course

Learn how to create beautiful, personalised designs using only paper and a few simple tools.

When: Mondays March 16 to April 27, !2.30 to 2.30pm
Where: Tees Valley Women’s Centre, Upper Albion Street, South Bank, TS6 6XG

For more information or to enroll call 01642 296166

15/03/2026

Help for Heroes Cafe

Help for Heroes is bringing veterans and their families together to build a supportive community and it all starts with a brew and a chat.

When: Every third Monday of the month, 4pm–6pm
Where: Footprints Community Café, High Street, Redcar

What to expect:
The drop-in sessions offer a relaxed space to meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello