Newburn Surgery

12/12/2025

HELP THE NHS - please get your Flu Vaccine

We still have flu vaccines – if you are eligible please make an appointment to get yours

Flu hospitalisations have surged by more than half in just one week, plunging the NHS into a “worst case scenario” situation for December

An average of 2,660 patients per day were in a hospital bed with flu last week – the highest ever for this time of year and up 55% up on last week.

This means there are enough flu patients each day to fill more than three whole hospital trusts!

11/12/2025

Our emergency department is extremely busy.

Please help us to keep our emergency services free for those who need them most.

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.​

Call, go online or use the NHS App.

➡️ nhs.uk/111

11/12/2025

An average of 2,660 patients per day were in a hospital bed with flu last week – the highest ever for this time of year.

For older adults, getting flu can increase the risk of stroke, heart attack and pneumonia.

If you're eligible, it's vital that you get protected with the free NHS flu vaccine.

Book via your GP, pharmacy or the NHS App.

➡️ nhs.uk/bookflu

11/12/2025

We still have flu jabs available 💉

Be wise, immunise!

Find out if you're eligible for a free flu vaccination this year ✅and how you can book an appointment

👉https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu

17/11/2025

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An amber cold health alert is in effect across the North East from today until 8am on 22 November, with low temperatures predicted across the region.

Please look after yourself and those around you during this time.

For more information on how you can keep safe in the cold weather, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keep-warm-keep-well-leaflet-gives-advice-on-staying-healthy-in-cold-weather/top-tips-for-keeping-warm-and-well-this-winter

03/11/2025

SURGERY CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING
We will close at 12:00 on Wednesday 5th Nov and will reopen at 08:30 on Thursday 6th November.
If during this time you have an urgent medical issue that cannot wait until we re-open please ring 111

25/09/2025

This Sepsis Awareness Month, take 5 minutes to learn the signs of sepsis in adults and share with your loved ones — it could save a life!

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition, but early recognition often means it can be treated. Awareness saves lives.

Don't forget to head to our website to test your knowledge by playing Sepsis Savvy Shootout today 👇 https://sepsistrust.org/team-sepsis-savvy/



You can also find the signs of sepsis in children on our website: https://sepsistrust.org/about-sepsis/spotting-the-signs-of-sepsis/

25/09/2025

25/09/2025

As we head towards the colder months, now is a good time to check your hot water bottle for signs of wear and tear to make sure it’s safe for continued use.

Rubber deteriorates over time so old hot water bottles can break and cause serious burns.

Things that affect your hot water bottle:
• Regular use
• Filling it up using boiling water
• Storing it near a heat source, like an airing cupboard or radiator
• Damage from something sharp
• Storing it full of water as this can degrade the rubber.

The flower symbol, found on hot water bottles, indicates exactly when it was made. The number in the middle is the year it was made, the flower segments represent the 12 months of the year and the dots inside those represent the number of weeks.

But it may take some time between manufacture and arrival in shops. So, most reputable manufacturers guarantee your hot water bottle for two years from the date of purchase rather than the date of manufacture.

Learn more: https://capt.org.uk/hot-water-bottle-safety/

05/09/2025

Our lovely nursing team putting our refurbished Treatment Room back to working order.

05/09/2025

STAFF TRAINING

The surgery will close at 12.00pm on Tuesday 9th September and re-open at 8.30am on Wednesday 10th September, if you have a medical emergency within this time please ring 111

29/08/2025

Using the NHS App

Did you know that we sometimes send you messages via your NHS App? If you’re not registered, now is the time to sign up!
It’s never been easier to see your notifications. You can you also access 111 if you’re looking for further medical advice. Check whether you need to access urgent medical care, or you may want to visit your GP following the steps in the app.

Video guidance showing how to use the NHS App step by step. These videos show you how to navigate the NHS App and use its services. The NHS App promotional toolkit is designed to help you tell your patients about the NHS App and help get them started.