John Street 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

We are having intermittent problems with our phone lines this morning, we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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

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

11/08/2025

Cervical screening (the smear test) helps detect cervical cancer — but fewer people in Oldham are attending.

💬 We want to know what makes it easier or harder for you to book and attend your test.

📱 Booking is now simpler with the NHS App ‘ping and book’ service.
⏳ Most people will now be invited every 5 years (instead of 3).
📦 Missed yours? HPV self-sampling kits may soon be available to use at home.

Take this quick survey and help us make screening more accessible for everyone in Oldham. Together, we can help eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.

https://www.healthwatcholdham.co.uk/lets-talk-about-cervical-cancer-screening

25/07/2025