Lytham Road Surgery

26/03/2026

🌿National Social Prescribing Day 🌿

Today we’re celebrating the power of Social Prescribing and the difference it can make in people’s lives 💚

Social prescribing is all about looking beyond medical needs – recognising that things like loneliness, stress, finances or life challenges can have a big impact on our mental health.

Our Social Prescribers, Jenny and Abbie work alongside our clinicians to support people in a way that truly puts them first.
✨ We listen without judgement
✨ We help you identify what matters to you
✨ We connect you to local services, groups and activities
✨ We support you every step of the way

Whether it’s reducing isolation, building confidence or finding the right support, social prescribing can help you take positive steps towards better wellbeing.

Do you have social, emotional or practical concerns and need a little extra support? Our Social Prescribing Team is here to help.

Together, we can talk through what matters to you and help you find local services and activities that make a real difference.

If you feel you would benefit from a referral to the Social Prescribing Service, please ask your GP during your next appointment.

23/03/2026

THANK YOU FOR BEARING WITH US - WE ARE BACK UP AND RUNNING

Monday 23.03.2026 - 10:30 - we are currently experiencing IT issues with our clinical system - this means that inevitably there will be delays, we apologise, but this is outside of our control and IT department are looking into this
Please attend for your appt as normal and expect delays and we will see you as soon as we can.
It will really help if you can have your chosen App open to help aid our staff to your allergies and past medical history.
Also if you are having bloods taken, we would really appreciate it if you could advise the staff what bloods are required to be taken, if you don't have a blood form.
we will update as soon as we can - thank you for your patience

22/03/2026

Living Well cervical screening bus
More than 3,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the UK each year, but 99.8% of cervical cancer cases are preventable if caught early, which is why screening is so important.

Living Well bus coming to Lancashire and South Cumbria
The Living Well Service bus which is delivered by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, will be offering cervical screenings for those who are eligible across Lancashire and South Cumbria, throughout January 2026.

This is a great opportunity for women aged 25-64 to get a free, quick, and potentially life-saving test.

No appointment is required, you can simply turn up at the bus on a day that is convenient for you

Monday 23 March

Preston: Preston Muslim Forum, 158 Castleton Road, Preston PR1 6QH — 11:00-16:00

The Living Well Service will be offering cervical screenings for those who are eligible across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

19/03/2026

Eyes Wide Open: A Safe Space for DV Support
Recognising and understanding abusive behaviours can be a difficult and emotional journey. That’s why we have Eyes Wide Open. This programme is specifically designed to support women in identifying these harmful behaviours and understanding their impact on their lives.

Our group aims to create a safe, warm environment where women can learn, share, and find the confidence to challenge the values and beliefs that often perpetuate abuse. Through this programme, you’ll gain clarity, build resilience, and receive the support you need to take control of your journey.

Next Start Dates:

Preston: Thursday 16th April at 1:00opm – 3:00pm

This programme is specifically designed to support women to identify harmful behaviours and understand the impact that DV relationships can have on their lives.

18/03/2026

If you are worried about the Meningitis outbreak, UKHSA have a helpline you can call - Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm - if there are no symptoms but you are concerned about contact with a confirmed case or just have a general enquiry, please call 0344 225 3861

18/03/2026

18/03/2026

Living Well cervical screening bus
More than 3,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the UK each year, but 99.8% of cervical cancer cases are preventable if caught early, which is why screening is so important.

Living Well bus coming to Lancashire and South Cumbria
The Living Well Service bus which is delivered by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, will be offering cervical screenings for those who are eligible across Lancashire and South Cumbria, throughout January 2026.

This is a great opportunity for women aged 25-64 to get a free, quick, and potentially life-saving test.

Living Well bus.jpg
No appointment is required, you can simply turn up at the bus on a day that is convenient for you.

Thursday 19 March

Preston: St Bernards Church, Elswick Rd, Preston PR2 1NT — 11:00-16:00

17/03/2026

We are currently receiving an increased number of enquiries regarding the reported Meningitis B outbreak in Southern England.
In lieu of the ICB issuing any guidance, Please be advised -

• The NHS provides the Meningitis B (MenB) vaccine as part of the routine childhood immunisation programme.
• This is given to babies at:
o 8 weeks
o 12 weeks
o Booster at 1 year (introduced in 2015)
• The vaccine protects against meningococcal group B bacteria, a common cause of serious meningitis and septicaemia in young children.

Important:
• The practice is UNABLE to offer the MenB vaccine outside of the routine childhood immunisation schedule.
• It is not routinely available on the NHS for older children or adults.

We will be able to advise if your child has been vaccinated or not and this information should also be visible in your chosen online app - the rule of thumb though, is, if the patient was born after 2015 they will more than likely be vaccinated - if they were born before 2015 they will more than likely NOT be vaccinated

The MenB vaccine is NOT available for those that haven't been vaccinated, via the NHS, unless they are part of the cohort in Kent advised to have this, in which case they will be administered this in Kent.

Otherwise the vaccination is only available privately and can be sought from a reputable pharmacy or private provider.
We do not know the cost of this, this would be between the patient/parent and pharmacy.

for more information please see:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/vaccination/
https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/menb-vaccine-for-children/

Read about the different vaccines that can help prevent meningitis and when they're usually given.

15/03/2026

Mother's Day can be difficult if you are experiencing grief, bereavement, or loss.

There is no timetable for how long grief lasts, or how you should feel at a particular time of year. But remember, you are not alone.

For help and support, visit https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss

11/03/2026

Living Well cervical screening bus
More than 3,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the UK each year, but 99.8% of cervical cancer cases are preventable if caught early, which is why screening is so important.

Living Well bus coming to Lancashire and South Cumbria
The Living Well Service bus which is delivered by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, will be offering cervical screenings for those who are eligible across Lancashire and South Cumbria, throughout January 2026.

This is a great opportunity for women aged 25-64 to get a free, quick, and potentially life-saving test.
https://www.lancashireandsouthcumbria.icb.nhs.uk/cervical-screening-bus

Thursday 12 March

Preston: St Bernards Church, Elswick Rd, Preston PR2 1NT — 11:00-16:00

The Living Well Service will be offering cervical screenings for those who are eligible across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

10/03/2026

We’ll be closing today, Tuesday 10th March at 12:30pm for some important staff training.
This helps us keep learning and improving so we can provide you with the best possible care 💙
We’ll be back open as normal at 8:00am on Wednesday 11th
March.
👉 For medical advice, please call NHS 111 or ask a local pharmacist
🚨 In an emergency, always dial 999
Thank you for your understanding and support! 🙏