Southport and Formby Primary Care Network

12/11/2025

If something in your body doesn’t feel right,
don’t carry the worry of cancer with you.
Tests could put your mind at rest.
Until you find out, you can’t rule it out.
Contact your GP practice. nhs.uk/cancersymptoms

12/11/2025

December 2nd 12pm-3pm at Southport Community Centre. Please share with anyone you think may be interested including family and friends 😊

11/11/2025

09/11/2025

Today, on Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour all those who have served, and those who continue to serve in the Armed Forces.

We remember their courage, sacrifice and dedication.

GP practices across Southport and Formby are proud to be Armed Forces Veteran Friendly Accredited, ensuring veterans and their families receive the care and support they deserve.

We will remember them. ❤️

06/11/2025

GP practices across Southport and Formby are proud to be Armed Forces Veteran Friendly Accredited.

If you’ve served in the UK Armed Forces, Regular, Reservist or Veteran, let your GP know. It helps us make sure you get the right care and access to specialist services like Op COURAGE and the Royal British Legion.

You’ve supported us, we’re here to support you. ❤️

Find support and more information here: https://veteransinsefton.co.uk/ and in the Sefton Council for Voluntary Service - CVS directory here: https://www.directory.seftoncvs.org.uk/directory/services?combine=veterans&service_category_new_70=All&location_new_93=All

Veterans in Sefton is a charity supporting veterans, reservists, and families across Sefton and Merseyside. We offer housing advice, health and wellbeing support, NAAFI Break drop-ins, mentoring, and community activities to help every veteran feel supported, valued, and connected.

05/11/2025

04/11/2025

Movember is here to change the face of men’s health.

Trigger warning: this post discusses su***de and mental health.

Too many men are dying too young, and a simple moustache can start life-saving conversations.

This month, we’re shining a light on men’s mental health, prevention and support. If you’ve noticed a mate acting differently, quieter, distant, or just not themselves, check in. A small chat could make a big difference.

Find support locally:
👉 Sean’s Place: https://seansplace.org.uk/
👉 Brighter Living Partnership Men’s Shed (Hammer Time): https://www.brighterliving.org.uk/portfolio/mens-shed-aka-hammer-time/
👉 St Cuthbert’s Men’s Supper Club: https://www.stcuthbert.org.uk/church-activities/mens-supper-club/
👉 Andy’s Man Club Southport: https://www.facebook.com/p/Andys-Man-Club-Southport-100093036775506/?locale=en_GB

Learn more and get involved: https://uk.movember.com/
If you need to spot the signs or find support, visit https://uk.movember.com/men-s-health/spot-the-signs

Changes in behaviour can be a sign of poor mental health. Learn how to spot the signs and support a friend who might be struggling.

31/10/2025

We're hiring! Join our Primary Care Network to support mental health care across local GP practices. Be a vital part of shaping community services.

Deadline: 6 Nov 2025. 💙

Apply here: https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/working-for-us/our-current-vacancies #!/job/UK/Merseyside/Southport/Mersey_Care_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Primary_Care_Mental_Health_Community_Mental_Health_Services/Primary_Care_Mental_Health_Community_Mental_Health_Services-v7547182?_ts=232

23/10/2025

Join our primary care network as a Mental Health Practitioner!

We’re looking for a Primary Care Mental Health Practitioner to join our team for a 9-month maternity cover. You’ll work directly with GP practices, supporting mental health care in the community and helping shape the future of local services.

If you’re passionate about improving mental health, this could be the role for you. 💙

Deadline: 6th November 2025

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/working-for-us/our-current-vacancies #!/job/UK/Merseyside/Southport/Mersey_Care_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Primary_Care_Mental_Health_Community_Mental_Health_Services/Primary_Care_Mental_Health_Community_Mental_Health_Services-v7547182?_ts=870

23/10/2025

Sefton Carers Centre, in partnership with Sefton Council, is offering FREE 999ReUnite Wristbands to unpaid carers and families in Sefton to support their caring role and provide peace of mind. Ainsdale Medical Centre has been supplied with some to distribute to our patients.

These waterproof, soft, and adjustable wristbands contain vital information that emergency services, police, fire brigade, or ambulance can access quickly if the person being cared for becomes lost, confused, or needs urgent assistance.

No batteries are required, and the system is not a tracking device, ensuring privacy while still providing essential safety. Anyone with a smartphone can easily tap the wristband to access the information, even without the app installed.

We are currently contacting patients and inviting those identified in a caring role to collect a wristband at reception.

More information about the wristbands is available on the Sefton Carers website:

https://sefton-carers.org.uk/999reunite-wristbands/

This is a helpful Youtube video about the app associated with the wristband.

https://youtu.be/jo7MWBXX-tU

22/10/2025

Another great Basic Life Support session delivered by DevelopMe CIC this week!

Staff from across our PCN took part in this engaging and essential training, keeping vital life-saving skills up to date. Our patient facing teams complete this important training every year. 💚

21/10/2025

Take charge of your health with the free NHS Women’s Health & Maternity App!
It’s full of trusted advice on periods, contraception, screenings, pregnancy, and more, all in one place.
71% of people turn to Google for health info, but this app is a safer, more reliable choice.
Read more: https://www.southportandformbyhealth.com/news/practice-news/women-encouraged-to-download-new-nhs-health-app
Download it now on Google Play or the Apple App Store!