Heaton Norris Medical Practice

11/11/2025

This Remembrance Day, we pause to honour and remember all those who have served and sacrificed in times of conflict. At Heaton Norris, we acknowledge the courage of veterans, service members, and their families.

We also recognise the ongoing impact of service on mental and physical health.If you have served in the Armed Forces, please let us know so we can give you the care and support you need.

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:
https://movember.com/register

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.💙

17/10/2025

Join us for our Breast Cancer Awareness Coffee Morning on Friday 24 October from 11am at the practice. Enjoy coffee, cake and friendly health advice. ☕🍰

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

Have you been taking part in Stoptober? 🚭

Congratulations!! You’ve reached the halfway point! Reaching two weeks smoke-free is a fantastic achievement. You may already notice:

-Easier breathing
-More energy
-Feeling healthier overall

Keep going, every day without smoking brings you closer to long-term benefits.

09/10/2025

Look out for a new Heartburn Health Roadshow run by Heartburn Cancer UK that’s coming to Reddish!

Friendly team members will be at ASDA, Reddish on Monday, 13th October, between 10:30am and 6pm to talk to you about persistent heartburn, indigestion, acid reflux, and more.

It’s a great opportunity to learn more about ongoing heartburn, its link to cancer of the foodpipe – also known as oesophageal cancer – & how early diagnosis can make a life-saving difference.

03/10/2025

If you’ve been invited for your free flu vaccine but haven’t booked your appointment yet, now’s the time! Protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community.❤

01/10/2025

🚭 Stoptober is here!

This October, thousands of people across the UK are taking on the 28-day stop smoking challenge. Quitting for 28 days makes you five times more likely to stop for good.

Benefits of quitting include:

-Better breathing and circulation
-More energy
-Improved sense of taste and smell
-Extra money in your pocket

Make this October the month you say goodbye to cigarettes and hello to better health.