Brinnington Surgery

10/11/2025

Have you booked your free NHS flu vaccination?

Check if you’re eligible and get your appointment booked📆

06/11/2025

Stay Well This Winter ❄️

As the colder months arrive, it’s important to look after your health and wellbeing. Here are some simple ways to stay well this winter:

💉 Get your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations – They’re the best protection against serious illness. If you’re eligible, book yours today.

🏠 Keep warm – Heat your home to at least 18°C, especially if you have a health condition, are over 65, or have young children.

🧼 Stop the spread – Wash your hands regularly and catch coughs and sneezes in a tissue to help prevent the spread of germs.

🍎 Eat well and stay active – A balanced diet and gentle exercise can boost your immune system and mood.

💊 Be prepared – Keep a well-stocked medicine cabinet and order repeat prescriptions in plenty of time.

🤒 Know where to get help –

-Visit your local pharmacy for advice on minor illnesses.
-Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent health concerns.
-Only use A&E or 999 for life-threatening emergencies.

Let’s keep our community healthy and well this winter! 💙

04/11/2025

Get to know the signs of lung cancer so you can find it early.

·Coughing
·Breathlessness
·Unexplained weight loss

Early detection makes treatment easier. If you notice symptoms, contact your GP.

This Lung Cancer Awareness Month, get to know some of the key signs and symptoms of lung cancer.Finding cancer early can make it much more treatable, so it's...

31/10/2025

Movember is coming up, and we’re calling on everyone who cares about men’s mental health.

Globally, 3 out of 4 suicides are men. That’s 1 man every 60 seconds.
This isn’t just a statistic,it’s someone’s brother, father, partner, or friend 💔

👉 Register, grow a Mo, fundraise or simply spread the word:

Movember, the month formerly known as November, is a moustache growing charity event held during November each year that raises funds and awareness for men's health.

30/10/2025

29/10/2025

Mental Health Crisis Helplines are changing, from 8am on Monday 3 November 2025, the 0800 crisis helplines currently run by Pennine Care and Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust will close.

If you or someone you know needs urgent mental health support, you can now:
- Call NHS 111 and select option 2📞
-Or visit 111.nhs.uk/triage/check-your-mental-health-symptoms

This new service, NHS 111 Mental Health, is available 24/7 and connects you directly with your local mental health team for immediate support. It’s free to call and can be used for yourself or someone else.💙

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27/10/2025

We’ve updated our Staff Board, located just behind the Reception desk 👋
Next time you’re in, feel free to have a look! It’s a great way to get to know the doctors and team members you might see during your visit.

Whether you’re a familiar face or visiting us for the first time, we want you to feel comfortable knowing who’s here to care for you 💙

23/10/2025

Keep you and your baby protected this winter by getting the vaccines you need while pregnant.

If you are eligible and haven’t booked your vaccine appointment yet, please contact reception to schedule today.

17/10/2025

Winter viruses can cause serious illness, especially for vulnerable people. The best way to protect yourself and your family is to get vaccinated. 💉

If you are eligible and haven’t booked your vaccine appointment yet, please contact reception to schedule today.

Stay safe and healthy this season!

15/10/2025

Halfway through Stoptober 🚭

Congratulations on reaching the midpoint of Stoptober!! Completing two weeks without smoking is a significant accomplishment. At this stage, many individuals may notice improvements in:

-Breathing and circulation
-Energy levels
-Overall wellbeing

Continuing with your commitment will further support long-term health benefits. Stay focused and determined as you progress through the remainder of the challenge.