Bridge and Monkseaton Medical Practice

14/11/2025

Mental health and su***de prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer – Movember is taking them all on.

Since 2003, Movember has funded more than 1,250 men’s health projects around the world, challenging the status quo, shaking up men’s health research and transforming the way health services reach and support men.

Find out how to get involved:

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.

12/11/2025

Doctors in the North East and North Cumbria are increasingly concerned about rising flu cases, much earlier than expected, due to a new, strong, strain of the virus, causing severe illness among older people.

It's not too late to get vaccinated, contact us today to book an appointment or to find out if you are eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine.

Leading flu experts say they will not be surprised if this year's is the worst flu season for a decade.

11/11/2025

Lest we forget

We will be observing a two-minute silence at 11am on 11th November 2025 to commemorate the end of World War 1 and remember those who have served.

05/11/2025

November information sessions at North Tyneside Carers' Centre:

02/11/2025

Did you know you can view your test results in the NHS app?

If you do not already have the app - download it now!

26/10/2025

Women in England who are aged 50 – 71 and registered with a GP are automatically invited for breast screening every 3 years. Your first screening will be between the age of 50 – 53.

If you are aged 71 and over, you’ll stop receiving screening invitations but you can still ask to have breast screening.

If you think you may have an increased risk of breast cancer due to family history, book an appointment at the surgery to discuss this with the GP.

Breast cancer is one of the most talked-about cancers. We’ve all heard of it. And most of us know someone who has been affected. It’s also the most common cancer in women. Around 55,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. So, the older we get, the risk of breast cancer increases.

19/10/2025

The RSV vaccine helps protect against infection with RSV, a common virus that can make babies and older adults seriously ill.

It's offered on the NHS if you're pregnant, aged 75 to 79, or turned 80 after 1 September 2024.

Contact us to book an appointment now.

Find out about the RSV vaccine, including who it's for, how to get it and common side effects.

12/10/2025

October information sessions at North Tyneside Carers' Centre:

11/10/2025

Stoptober is back! Join thousands of other smokers committing to quit this October.

Even if it’s your first time or you’ve tried before, now is the perfect time to quit smoking. Make it to 28 days smoke-free and you’re 5 times more likely to quit for good.

Thinking about quitting smoking, ready to stop, or struggling to stay smoke-free? Find the tools, tips, and support you need for a healthier life.

08/10/2025

We have added more clinics for covid & flu vaccinations.

We will be reaching out to patients who have not yet had their vaccines via SMS or phone call, but if you want to book an appointment, do not wait for us to get in touch, contact us now!

05/10/2025

You may be aware that the NHS has made Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) Injections available free of charge for the use in weight loss to a certain cohort of patients.

Bridge & Monkseaton Medical Practice is currently undergoing checks and training to enable us to deliver this service to our patients safely.

If you are eligible for this, you should have been contacted by the surgery. Please be patient while we undergo all the necessary training.

Find out more here, including eligibility criteria: