Runcorn GP Extra

21/01/2026

📘 Health Information Week – Women’s Health

It’s Health Information Week, a national campaign highlighting the importance of accessing trusted, reliable health information.

Today we’re focusing on women’s health, sharing NHS-approved resources to support women at every stage of life. Having access to accurate health information can help you feel informed, confident, and know when and where to seek the right support.

Please see the trusted NHS guidance below ⬇️

🔗 NHS – Women’s Health
https://www.nhs.uk/womens-health/

🔗 NHS – Menopause
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/menopause/

🔗 NHS – Contraception
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/contraception/

🔗 NHS – Cervical Screening
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/

🔗 NHS – Breast Screening
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-screening-mammogram/

20/01/2026

Check out the living well bus dates

20/01/2026

Patient Information Week 💬

Today we’re focusing on the importance of translated patient information. Having access to health information in different languages helps patients better understand their care, make informed decisions, and feel more confident when using our services. It also supports equality and removes language barriers that can affect patient experience and outcomes.

We’ve shared helpful links below to translated patient information and further patient support resources. Please take a look or share with anyone who may find them useful.

https://www.nhs.uk/about-us/health-information-in-other-languages/

https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/advice-other-languages

19/01/2026

📘 Health Information Week – Children & Young People

It’s Health Information Week, a national campaign highlighting the importance of using trusted, reliable health information.

Today we’re focusing on children and young people’s health, sharing NHS-approved links to support parents and carers. Reliable health information can help you feel informed, confident, and know when to seek the right support.

Please see the links below for trusted guidance⬇️

https://www.nhs.uk/social-care-and-support/caring-for-children-and-young-people/children-and-young-peoples-services/

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/children-and-young-adults/mental-health-support/how-to-get-support/receiving-support/

17/01/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCMENT 🚨

In line with GP practices we’re streamlining how we communicate and will no longer be using text messaging as a primary contact method. Instead, we’ll be using email so nothing gets missed and everything stays easy to find.

If you haven’t already, please send your GP practice your preferred email address so you stay in the loop! 📧

17/01/2026

Your NHS, at your fingertips
The NHS App makes managing your health quicker and easier—download and get started today.

15/01/2026

Dry January continues

Track your progress, stay motivated, and feel the benefits with the new app📱

Download now and join the challenge.

14/01/2026

If you or someone else is in danger, call 999 or go to A&E now

If you need urgent help for your mental health, get help from NHS 111 online or call 111

Your mental health is as important as your physical health. You will not be wasting anyone's time.
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/

13/01/2026

12/01/2026

It’s Cervical Screening Awareness Month

A quick appointment can make a life-saving difference. If you’re due, don’t delay—book your screening and encourage someone you love to do the same.

10/01/2026

Quit smoking in the New Year with NHS support.