Talbot Medical Centre

20/11/2025

📱 Get your cervical screening updates faster with the NHS App!

The NHS App now makes it easier to manage your cervical screenings (smear tests) by sending digital invitations, reminders, and results directly to your phone or tablet.

Here’s how it works:
✅ Invitations: Receive your cervical screening invitation and reminders straight through the NHS App.
✅ Booking: Book your appointment directly in the app—no need to call your GP.
✅ Results: Get your results securely on your device before the letter arrives.

Important info:
📩 If you don’t open the app notification within 72 hours, a paper letter will still be sent. Abnormal results will also continue to be sent by post.
🔔 Make sure you enable notifications in the NHS App so you don’t miss anything.
📞 Prefer not to use the app? You can still book through your GP surgery, some online systems, local sexual health clinics, or walk-in centres.

Take control of your health and make things quicker and easier—download the NHS App today!

20/11/2025

Our systems are back up and running. Thank you for your patience

The Talbot Team

20/11/2025

Good morning,

We are currently facing issues with our phone lines and our computer.
If you have a non urgent issue please use the e-consult function on the app or call 111.
For anything urgent please call 999

We will keep you updated

Thanks
Talbot Team

18/11/2025

Good afternoon

We are currently experiencing problems with our phone lines. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

For non-urgent enquiries, please use:

- The eConsult feature on our app

- 111 if you need medical advice

For urgent or life-threatening issues, please call 999 immediately.

Thank you,
Talbot Medical Centre

14/11/2025

Our weekly programme is available in the centre and online on our website www.oceanroadca.com

13/11/2025

12/11/2025

Changes to the cervical screening means its easier then ever to book your smear and get the results!

Please download the NHS app on google play or the apple app store today and get yourself an account set up.

If you need any additional help you can ring the practice on 01914553867 and speak to the dedicated app team who can guide you through it.

Calling all Ladies ♀️🚺💬

Did you know cervical screening invitations are now being sent through the NHS App for women and people with a cervix between the ages of 25 and 64. 👩‍⚕️🩷

Don't miss when your smear is due :
🔷Download the NHS App.
🔷Turn on notifications.
🔷Book and attend your appointment, when invited.

Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

12/11/2025

Very pleased to host the Community Winter Readiness Event.
Great advice and your warm packs available on the day.

11/11/2025

Lung cancer doesn’t discriminate.
It can affect anyone — men, women, young, old, smokers and non-smokers — our loved ones.

If someone you care about has worrying or persistent symptoms, encourage them to see their GP as soon as possible. Early action can save lives.

More info 👉 bit.ly/4ob1A14

10/11/2025

Head to Jarrow Town Hall and soak up the seasonal cheer at this lively Christmas celebration!

🎄Jarrow Town Hall - Fri 21 Nov, 4-5pm

With local entertainment, live music, and appearances from festive characters, it's a joyful gathering designed to delight all ages and is a perfect way to kickstart your Christmas spirit.

The evening will also feature talented artists from The NEXT Big Thing.

Visit https://www.visitsouthtyneside.co.uk/article/15146/Jarrow-Christmas-Lights-Switch-On

Or find out more about Christmas in South Tyneside www.southtyneside.gov.uk/christmas

07/11/2025

Breathe easier this winter!

Winter can be tough on your lungs, especially if you have
COPD.

Make sure you use your inhalers the right way – every day, to
help keep your airways open, control symptoms and prevent
flare-ups!
• Use them every day, even when you feel well
• Keep a spare inhaler and don’t run out of medicine

If you’re not sure how to use your inhaler, ask your pharmacist
to show you how.
Or select your inhaler from the list and find step-by-step
guidance at RightBreathe