Chadderton Medical Practice

06/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who came to our cake sale on 31st October in aid of Springhill Hospice.
With all of your generous donations, Patients, Staff, Family and Friends raised an amazing £1538.75 🤩🤩🤩
Thank you all so much

06/11/2025

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

25/10/2025

07/09/2025

Please note: On Sunday 7th September 2025 at 3pm the UK Government will run a national test of the Emergency Alerts system.

📱 All compatible phones will make a loud siren sound and vibrate for around 10 seconds.

⚠️ This is only a test – no action is needed.

🚗 Do not check your phone while driving.

For details click on:

Your mobile phone or tablet may get an emergency alert if there’s a danger to life nearby. Alerts tell you what to do to stay safe.

21/08/2025

21/08/2025

Today the surgery will be closed for staff training from 1pm.

We will reopen again at 8.00 am on Friday morning.

If you need medical advice you can call 111.

Patients can also present at their local pharmacy for minor ailments such as, sore throats, coughs, sinusitis, earache, infected insect bites, non complicated urinary tract infections, impetigo and shingles.

Please only use A&E in life threatening emergencies

18/08/2025

It takes more than one test to diagnose Crohn's or Colitis. And getting a diagnosis can take some time.

Our information explains the process of getting a diagnosis, including how to talk to your GP, the tests you might have and the next steps after getting your results.

Taking control of your health takes courage 💜

Visit: https://ow.ly/SXA750VVjtF

13/08/2025

13/08/2025

A yellow and amber heat alert has been issued across parts of England today. Remember that vulnerable people are more at risk from higher temperatures.

Keep hydrated, remember your sunscreen, and visit the NHS website for helpful advice.

☀️ https://nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

02/08/2025

Antibiotics are becoming less effective against common infections due to overuse & misuse.

Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional before taking antibiotics.

01/08/2025

The best way to understand your blood pressure is to check it regularly.

Our online blood pressure tool will help you understand what your numbers mean and give you tips on how to manage your blood pressure.

➡️ www.nhs.uk/blood-pressure-tool