St Mary's Medical Group

03/11/2025

Are you aged 55–74? You may be contacted to take part in the Lung Cancer
Screening programme.
You could be eligible if:
✔️ You’re between 55–74
✔️ You’re a current or former smoker (recorded in your medical history)
✔️ You’re registered with a GP surgery
✔️ You live in an area where screening is currently operating
👉 Talk to us or visit

Free lung cancer screening with risk assessments and CT scans for 55–74 year-olds in Lancashire & South Cumbria. Early detection saves lives.

31/10/2025

28/10/2025

Please be aware that the practice will be closed from 2pm today for staff training. We will re-open at 8am tomorrow morning (Wed 29/10). If you have a medical query whilst we are closed, please call 111 or, if it's serious 999.

23/10/2025

We are delighted to have been asked to take part in this years Christmas Gift appeal on behalf of the Salvation Army.

11/10/2025

⚠️Reminder ⚠️

Today, Saturday 11th October 2025, we will be holding our 2nd Covid and Flu vaccine clinic💉

Please arrive as close to your appointment 📆 time 🕰️ as possible and remove outdoor wear on arrival.

🟦 Check your eligibility for both flu & covid vaccinations below. Covid eligibility has changed this year ✅

10/10/2025

Quitting smoking will improve your health whatever your age, and no matter how long you've smoked. Find out more about the benefits of quitting smoking here: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/why-quit-smoking/benefits-of-quitting-smoking/

26/09/2025

It’s tough when a baby won’t stop crying. 😖You might worry something is wrong or fear losing your cool – but you can cope.
💡Remember:
• Take a break 🛑
• Ask for help 🤝
• Never, ever shake your baby 🚫
More advice here: https://bit.ly/4fW3z5S

25/09/2025

There are many ways to soothe your baby.💖 But if the crying feels too much, it’s OK to put your baby in a safe place and walk away for a few minutes until you feel calm.
✅Comfort methods can help
✅Support is always available
✅Staying calm keeps everyone safe

More tips here: https://bit.ly/ICON-day4

24/09/2025

Abusive head trauma can happen when a parent or carer feels pushed to the edge by infant crying.🚨
💬Friends and family – please check in on parents of new babies. A quick message or offer of help can make a huge difference.
👉Learn how you can support parents: https://bit.ly/ICON-day3

23/09/2025

Parents and carers, we know how exhausting and lonely crying can feel.🤗
Remember:
✨Crying is normal
✨You are not a bad parent
✨It’s OK to step away for a few minutes if your baby is safe
✨Looking after your mental health matters
Keep your baby safe, and keep yourself safe too.🕊

22/09/2025

It’s here – has officially begun!🎉
All babies cry, and it can feel really tough at times – but remember: babies cry, you can cope.👶🏾🤱
Crying often increases around 2 weeks and peaks at 6–8 weeks. This phase will pass, and you are not alone.❤
Find out more: https://bit.ly/ICON-day1