Glodwick Medical Practice

11/11/2025

In this video, GP Dr Farah
Osman explains in Urdu how to check your breasts, the
signs and symptoms of breast cancer, and the
importance of checking yourself once a month. The
video has English subtitles.

10/11/2025

Coughing? Short of breath? Worried? Use our LungAware online tool. We’ll ask you a few simple questions about your lung health and then advise on what you can do next.

The tool is now available in seven different languages, making it even easier for everyone to use.

Cough
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Fatigue
Weight loss
Appetite loss
Coughing up blood (you should always contact your doctor urgently if you are coughing up blood).


If you’ve had any of these symptoms for three weeks or more, LungAware can help you work out what to do next.

Chances are it’s nothing to worry about, but if it is lung cancer, finding it earlier makes it easier to treat.

To find out more visit www.lungaware.co.uk

22/10/2025

“This Van Can” mobile roadshow will travel across all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester for the next seven months. On board, specially trained staff will be available for free, friendly conversations about spotting the early signs of cancer.
Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance

Could you spot the signs?
The earlier cancer is found, the easier it is to treat. The NHS wants everyone to know the key symptoms to look out for, including:
A lump or swelling anywhere on the body
A cough or breathlessness lasting more than three weeks
Unexplained bleeding (in p*e, poo, or between periods)
Heartburn that lasts for three weeks or more
Unexplained tiredness, pain, loss of appetite, or weight loss

Dr Sarah Taylor, a Manchester GP, explains:
“Most of the time, these symptoms aren’t cancer – but it’s always worth getting them checked. If it is cancer, catching it early makes all the difference. We want people to know that their GP is here for them.”

14/10/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month,

Watch this helpful video by Clinical Oncologist Dr Bernadette Lavery explaining what breast cancer is, the risk factors and the treatments.

If you notice a change in the look or feel of your breast please book in with your GP. Early detection saves lives.

https://youtu.be/9ipUj1nAxjk?si=4qLDM5r4vmjFTFCP #

Clinical oncologist Bernadette Lavery talks you through ‘What is Breast Cancer?’ She gives an overview of the main types of breast cancer, the risk factors, ...

22/09/2025

Please bear in mind when travelling to your appointment today.
further strikes are also planned 30th September to 2nd October.

· Plan ahead and check your journey using the Bee Network app or website.

· Bus passengers with seven, 28-day or annual passes, as well as those with concessionary passes – including our pass - will be able to use their tickets and passes on all Metrolink trams on strike days.

· Local Link and Ring and Ride services will run as usual.

· Tram and train services may be busier than normal – avoid peak times where possible (7am-9am and 4pm-6pm).

10/09/2025

Using the NHS App is the most convenient way to order your medication, book routine appointments and view your medical records.

10/09/2025

It's National week.
Did you know September is one of the most likely times your child will experience an Asthma attack?
Make sure you have an Asthma review every year and your inhaler technique is correct.

20/08/2025

Measles cases are on the rise.
Gelatine free vaccines are available.
It is important to protect yourself, those close to you and the most vulnerable children and adults by getting vaccinated. Please contact the surgery to book your appointment.

20/08/2025

Measles cases are on the rise.
It is important to protect yourself, those close to you and the most vulnerable children and adults by getting vaccinated. Please contact the surgery to book your appointment.

20/08/2025

Today, the practice will close at 1pm for staff training. If you need medical help after this time, please call NHS 111. In an emergency, go to A&E (Accident & Emergency).
We will open again tomorrow at 8am as usual. Thank you for your understanding!

11/08/2025

📢 Good news! From September, you can get your cervical screening results through the NHS App.

If your test result is clear (negative), you’ll receive a message and notification straight to your phone via the NHS App. If you don’t check the message within 3 days, you’ll get a letter as a backup — so you won’t miss anything!

If your result needs follow-up, you’ll still get a letter in the post as usual.

👉 To make things easier and faster, we encourage you to download the NHS App and turn on notifications. It’s the quickest way to get important health info.

Find out more and download here: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app

Let’s keep you informed and healthy!

11/08/2025

A 6-week course for parents/carers of babies from 28 weeks pregnant up to 1 year old* (while baby is non-mobile).

Learn how to build a strong bond with your little one — from before they’re born through those precious first months. 💛

Each hour-long session includes:
🌱 Insights into baby’s brain development
🎯 Gentle, playful activities to connect and communicate
💬 A supportive space to just be together — especially helpful if you’re feeling anxious about life with your new baby

📍 Oasis Academy Limeside
📅 Starts Tues 16th Sept 2025 (6 weeks)
🕐 1:30 – 2:30pm

✨ Open to everyone – don’t be put off by the name!
📌 Booking required: https://forms.office.com/e/FCq1shLVmB