Park Green Surgery

07/04/2026

07/04/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month.
Stress is a growing issue in the UK. In the UK’s largest stress survey, 74% of people said stress has left them feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope.
The good news is there are simple things you can do every day to help manage stress.
Find tips and support here:
👉 https://mentalhealth-uk.org/help-and-information/stress/
👉 https://www.stress.org.uk/

06/04/2026

📢 Easter Opening Hours
Our practice is now closed for Easter.
We’ll reopen Tuesday 7 April at 8am.

If you need help while we’re closed:
📞 Call our usual practice number
Your call will go straight through to GP Care Wakefield.
GP Care Wakefield is open:
• Saturdays: 9am–5pm
• Sundays: 9am–1pm
• Bank Holidays: 9am–3pm
They can give advice, prescriptions and arrange a face to face appointment if you need one.

💊 Need a pharmacy?
Find your nearest one here: https://www.nhs.uk/
Wishing everyone a safe and restful Easter. 🐣

05/04/2026

🤒 Feel unwell today?
👩‍⚕️ Call GP Care Wakefield between 9am and 5pm Saturdays and 9am and 1pm Sundays
📲 Phone our practice number as usual & your call will be diverted to GP Care Wakefield.
✅ Advice, prescription & a face-to-face appointment if you need one.

04/04/2026

As part of the preparations for Learning Disability week in June, nominations for the Marie Gibb Award are open!

This special award is dedicated to the memory of learning disability nurse Marie Gibb. Marie worked across the Wakefield District for many years in both community and hospital settings. She was dedicated to and passionate about raising awareness and improving the lives of people with a learning disability.

In her honour, this award celebrates people who create meaningful, positive change for people with a learning disability. You can nominate:

- an individual
- a group or team
- a worker or professional
- a person with a learning disability

If you know someone who goes above and beyond, supports others, or helps make our community a better place, we would love to hear from you.

You can submit your nomination using the link in the comments. Nominations close on Friday 24 April.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the amazing people across the Wakefield district who make a real difference every day.

04/04/2026

Testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers in younger men, but it’s also one of the most treatable when caught early. Knowing what’s normal for you and checking regularly can make a real difference.
If you notice anything unusual — a lump, swelling, pain, or a change in size — speak to your GP. You’re never wasting their time.
Find information, support and advice here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/testicular-cancer/help-and-support/
👉 https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness/testicular-cancer-awareness-month

03/04/2026

01/04/2026

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.
Someone in the UK dies from bowel cancer every 30 minutes. It’s one of the most common cancers, but it’s also treatable when caught early.
Know the symptoms and check them here:
👉 https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-cancer/symptoms/
If you're worried about anything, please contact your GP practice.

28/03/2026

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been confirmed in Kent. Sadly, 2 people are known to have died. It's important to know how MenB spreads. Get more info from 👉http://nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis