Dicconson Group Practice

02/02/2026

🟩𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆
Coffee Morning: 10am-12pm / Carers Centre, Hindley
Carers Connect Coffee Morning: 10am-12pm / Golborne Library
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🟦𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆
Carers Connect Coffee Morning: 10am-12pm / The Mount, Orrell
Tina's Art Class: 12pm-2:30pm / Carers Centre, Hindley
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🟨 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆
Parent Carers: 10am-12pm / Carers Centre, Hindley
Carers Connect Coffee Morning: 10am-12pm / Farmhouse Kitchen, Astley
Wednesday Walks: Starts 10:30am / Bickershaw Park
Carers Connect Afternoon Coffee: 1pm-3pm / Berystede Court, Standish
Koala Young Carers (5-7yrs) : 4:30pm-6:30pm / Carers Centre, Hindley
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🟧𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆
Carers Connect Coffee Morning: 10am-12pm / Belong, Millers Lane, Wigan
Men's Group: 1pm-3pm / Carers Centre, Hindley
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🟥𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆
Jam and Scones Afternoon: 1pm-3pm / Carers Centre, Hindley
Carers Connect Afternoon Coffee: 1:30pm-3:30pm / Ashton Library
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01/02/2026

🩷 It’s the 1st of the month – Feel it on the First 🩷

A quick monthly reminder to check your breasts.

Knowing what’s normal for you helps you spot any changes early.

Look out for:

• New lumps or thickening
• Changes in size or shape
• Skin dimpling or redness
• Ni**le changes or discharge

If you notice anything unusual, don’t wait – contact the surgery and we’ll be happy to help.

Early detection really does save lives.

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31/01/2026

It can be difficult knowing when to call an ambulance 🚑 ……..

31/01/2026

🍫 Tub2Pub – Thank You! 🍫

A huge thank you 🙏🏻 to all our patients and staff who have kindly dropped off their empty chocolate tubs as part of the Tub2Pub scheme.

We’re delighted to say the tubs have already been dropped off at a local Greene King Pub by our own lovely Dawn, ready to start the next part of their journey in support of Macmillan Cancer Support 💚

Every tub truly makes a difference.

Thank you for helping us support such an important cause and for being such a wonderful community.

You are all stars 🌟 🌟

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30/01/2026

💙💚 Dry January & looking after your wellbeing 💚💙

January can be a great time to pause, reset and reflect on our habits - including alcohol 🍺

🍷 Alcohol units explained 🍷

Alcohol units are a simple way of understanding how much alcohol is in what you’re drinking.

🔹The NHS recommends no more than 14 units per week, spread over 3 or more days

🔹If you drink more than this, trying a few alcohol-free days can really help

Did you know?

• Pint of 3.6% lager = 2 units
• 250ml glass of wine = 3 units
• 25ml spirit = 1 unit

Why Dry January ?

Many people notice better sleep, more energy, improved mood and a clearer head - even after a short break from alcohol.

You don’t have to be “all or nothing”. Even small changes can make a positive difference to your physical and mental wellbeing 💚

If you’d like advice or support, please speak to a member of our team - we’re always here to help. 💙💚

30/01/2026

❤️ Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinic ❤️

Come and see Jean, our Healthcare Assistant 👩🏻‍⚕️

I’ll be running a walk-in blood pressure clinic on

📅 Tuesday 3rd February 2026

🕘 Morning clinic: 9:00am – 12:15pm
🕐 Afternoon clinic: 1:00pm – 2:30pm

✅ No appointment needed — just drop in at a time that suits you.

Regular blood pressure checks are an important part of staying well and spotting any concerns early. I’ll be happy to check your reading and offer advice or reassurance if needed.

Looking forward to seeing you! 😊

Jean – Healthcare Assistant 💙

30/01/2026

💚💙 We are here to help you 💙💚

Behind every appointment, phone call 📞and message is a team of real people who genuinely care about your health and wellbeing.

Our staff work incredibly hard every day to support our patients, often under pressure – and a little kindness and respect really does go a long way.

Thank you to our patients for treating our team with respect.

We’re always here to help.

The Dicconson Group Practice Team 💙💚

29/01/2026

If In Doubt ….. Check It Out …..

If you’re worried that you have symptoms that could be cancer, it’s important to see your GP as soon as possible.

Chances are your symptoms aren’t cancer – but if they are – the sooner we find cancer, the easier it is to treat.

Contact your GP today.

29/01/2026

📍 Where can I go for my blood test ? 📍

Did you know you don’t have to attend Thomas Linacre Centre for your blood test every time?

If you work, live, or are travelling in other areas of Wigan and Leigh, you can choose from several local clinics to make things more convenient for you 👍

🩸 Blood test clinics available at:

• Leigh Infirmary
• Tyldesley Health Centre
• Aspull Medical Practice
• Atherton Community Health Centre
• Parr Bridge (Mosley Common)
• Hindley Health Centre
• Bridgewater Medical Centre (Leigh)
• Chandler House (Poolstock Lane)
• Golborne Clinic
• Shevington Clinic
• Ashton Clinic
• Standish Medical Practice

✨ Choose the location that works best for you and helps fit appointments around your day.

Click onto Swiftqueue to book your appointment and find out where the available appointments are.

https://www.swiftqueue.co.uk/wigan.php

The Dicconson Group Practice Team 💙💚

29/01/2026

💛 Urgent Mental Health Support 💛

If you, or a member of your family, are in urgent need of mental health support – call NHS 111 and select option 2. You can speak to specially trained professionals who can also direct you to other services for further support.

NHS 111 SignVideo is available for BSL users. Text relay also available 18001 111.

28/01/2026

💗 The boys have Andy Mans Club … now it’s the girls’ turn 💗

We’re pleased to share The Girls Club - a safe, supportive space offering mental health peer support for women.

📅 Every Thursday
🕡 From 6:30pm

If you or someone you know could benefit from connecting, talking, and feeling supported, this could be a great place to start.

For more information:
📧 Jessica@thegirlsclub.life

From all of us at The Dicconson Group Practice — remember, your mental wellbeing matters 💙💚