Skerne Medical Group

25/03/2026

🚶‍♂️ ⚽️ WALKING FOOTBALL ⚽️🚶‍♂️

11:30am Friday Mornings
at Fishburn Youth & Community Centre

The walking football group are looking for new players. The friendly diverse group meet indoors at the Youth Club gym.

All abilities welcome. £2 per person.

You are also welcome to stay and enjoy a home cooked main course and dessert in the community centre after £6 per person.

Booking is advised if you would like to stay for food.

24/03/2026

For anyone interested in weight management groups which are available locally:

16/03/2026

‼️The practice are aware that some patients are experiencing issues and disruption to your service from your mobile supplier. 📵
If you are aware that someone may be waiting for a call or communication from us, ask them to pop in and speak with reception.
If you are on 02, you may need to wait for the mast upgrade to be completed.
If you have no signal they advise you to try enabling and disabling Airplane mode, or restarting your phone.
They also advise trying Wi-Fi calling if your network and phone provider support this.

11/03/2026

❓️Have you lost your key whilst visiting Sedgefield surgery this morning. 🔑

Pop back into Sedgefield and describe the key ring to collect your key.🔑

10/03/2026

🌿 Monday Wellbeing Walks - Join Us! 🌿
Looking to get more active but need something gentle and supportive? Our Monday Wellbeing Walks are the perfect way to move more, boost your mood, and enjoy the outdoors at your own pace.
📅 Every Monday starting 16th March 2026.
⏰ 10:00–11:00am
📍 Jubilee Park, Spennymoor
These guided walks are ideal for anyone wanting to increase their activity levels in a friendly, encouraging environment - especially if mobility is a challenge.
For more information, contact:
📞 07593 553411
📧 laura.birkin@nhs.net

09/03/2026

NHS Pregnancy screening tests check for certain health conditions you or your baby may have 🤰

02/03/2026

⚠️We are currently experiencing a connection issue with our appointment request forms (eConsult) via our website. This is a widespread issue.

If you are experiencing a non-urgent issue please could you kindly consider re-trying tomorrow?

Otherwise, please re-try after 4pm, and if it is more urgent please consider other options (Urgent Care/111).

UPDATE: Systems appear to be functioning normally again. Thank you for your patience.

23/02/2026

The Practice at Sedgefield will close it's patient entrance doors for essential Staff Training.
When: Thursday 26th February
Time: 1:00-2:30pm
The practice will re-open in time for booked appointments.
We thank you for your support & understanding.

05/02/2026

There is an upcoming Mental Health Awareness Workshop for unpaid Carers on Tuesday 17th February, 10am-1pm at Durham County Carers Support, The Old Methodist Church, Durham Street, Middlestone Moor, Spennymoor, DL16 7AT.

Mental health awareness equips Carers with the knowledge and skills to recognise signs of mental health issues, respond appropriately, and support the person they are looking after. This session includes light refreshments click on the picture below to book a space or book below:

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03/02/2026

When lung cancer is caught early, it is easier to treat. That’s why the NHS is offering people aged 55-74, who have ever smoked, a lung health check to make sure everything is ok. If you receive an invitation, make sure you book your appointment! For more information, contact the team on 01207 523 675 or email: cddft.tlhc@nhs.net

Fran’s story: https://youtu.be/OMsFiBPzIaU?si=K8h8IJ8QETSeqiNJ

02/02/2026