St Mary's Medical Group

03/12/2025

02/12/2025

Salvation Army Children's Christmas Gift appeal.
A huge thank you to all of our patients (and staff) who have contributed to our Christmas Gift collection this year. For those who still want to contribute, time is running out! We have until this Friday (5th December) to gather our haul before they all get sent off to Santa ready for delivery on the big day!

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.

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