Yarm Medical Practice

28/03/2026

As 1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer, it's important to know the key risk factors and symptoms to look out for. Prostate Cancer UK can tell you all you need to know 👉 bit.ly/4aXtIzb

28/03/2026

Do you have Parkinson’s, are able to get to Sunderland and want to take part in research? Find out more below 👇

Could you help unlock a new treatment for hallucinations? We’re looking for volunteers to join our UK-wide research trial, called TOP HAT. By taking part, you'll help us prove if a safe, existing medication called ondansetron can improve quality of life for thousands of families. Who We're looking...

28/03/2026

Could you donate lifesaving blood?

🐣 This Easter, don't just give eggs — give something that can save lives!

We reckon a donation takes less time than eating a chocolate egg (well, almost), and it's a way of helping people in need across the country. Now that's a pretty sweet deal!

Book your appointment over the Easter holidays ➡️ https://ow.ly/lQ9r50YwIKr

If you can't make your planned appointment, please let us know as soon as possible - so we can make it available for another donor.

27/03/2026

We think that less screen time is a good thing for EVERYBODY.

💡Some ways of making this happen might be:
⭐️Leave phones out of sight, keep them on a shelf or in a drawer to make them less visible so less tempting to pick up and check.
⭐️No phones at the meal table.
⭐️Charge phones somewhere other than the bedroom which stops doom scrolling late at night, through the night and in the morning.
⭐️Remove social media and games from your mobile device.
⭐️Turn off non-essential notifications.

Any other ideas?

📱 Struggling with screen time for your little ones?

You're not alone.

Following calls from over a thousand parents, we've worked with leading experts to create clear, practical advice to help families build healthy habits from the start.

Read it here: https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/screen-time-under-5s/

27/03/2026

There are loads of Easter holiday activities available locally. What plans do you have?

Wondering what to do with the kids this Easter half‑term? Look no further! Our libraries have something for everyone from wildlife watching with children’s author Dan Rouse, to laser cut jewellery workshops, SEND family 3Dpen sessions, and plenty of arts and crafts. Registrations are open, so book a place online https://tinyurl.com/4e7vheup or pop into your local library and see what’s on!

26/03/2026

📱 Online bullying is real — and it can deeply affect children’s mental health.

🌧️ Cyberbullying doesn’t leave visible bruises, but the harm can last a long time.

Today, more than 30% of children worldwide say they have experienced online bullying, and many never tell anyone.

Online bullying can include:

⚠️ Threatening messages
⚠️ Sexual harassment
⚠️ Rumours or lies spread online
⚠️ Hurtful comments or exclusion

Parents and caregivers play a key role in protecting children online. You can help by:

✔️ Knowing which apps and platforms your child uses
✔️ Setting strong privacy and safety settings
✔️ Teaching children to think before they post or share
✔️ Helping them recognise harmful behaviour
✔️ Showing them how to block or report abuse
✔️ Encouraging them to support friends who may be targeted

❤️Most importantly, make sure your child knows they can always talk to you.

Find out more here from
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/types-of-abuse/bullying-and-cyberbullying/

26/03/2026

Please get your prescription requests to us in plenty of time! 🙂

⚠️NEWS POST❗

"Don't leave it too late to order your repeat prescriptions!" is the message from GPs and pharmacists ahead of the Easter bank holidays.

Read the full story by visiting the link in the comments👇

26/03/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲. 💙

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗴?
Social prescribing is a way for healthcare professionals—especially Social Prescribing Link Workers—to support your overall wellbeing by connecting you with non medical activities and community services that match your needs.

Instead of only offering medication, your GP or link worker might recommend things such as:
• Local walking groups
• Gardening clubs
• Art or creative activities
• Support groups
• Hobby classes
• Community programs

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀
1. A link worker spends time getting to know your physical, emotional, and social needs.
2. They suggest activities or support services tailored to you.
3. These activities help boost physical health, reduce loneliness, improve mood, and strengthen social connections.

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝘁?
If you are a patient of the practice, you can request a referral simply by contacting the practice. Find out more: https://bytespcn.nhs.uk/social-prescribing

25/03/2026

🌼 Spring is coming - let’s protect our community together!

Deliberate fire‑setting puts lives at risk and can quickly damage the places we all enjoy.

🔥 Don’t let anyone get away with destroying our community.

If you spot something worrying, you can report it anonymously through FireStoppers — whether it’s fire‑setting, attacks on fire crews, unsafe properties, fly‑tipping, or other fire safety concerns.

Firestoppers link: https://forms.theiline.co.uk/firestoppers

🙏 Thank you to everyone who speaks up, you really do help keep people safe.

25/03/2026

What a fantastic idea. Make do and mend at it's best. 🧡

✨Knit & Natter: Stitch Together✨

Got school uniform that needs fixing?
Buttons, hems, small tears — fix it together and save money.
We’ll help in our friendly drop‑in Knit & Natter.

📍 Thornaby Family Hub
📅Thursdays ⏰ 9.30-11.30am

☕ Not a drop‑off sewing service – stay for a cuppa & a natter
🪡 Small fixes only | Subject to availability

25/03/2026

When you’re not feeling great… your local pharmacy is a good place to start.

Pharmacists can offer advice and treatments for lots of common illnesses.

In some cases, they can also provide medicine (if it’s right for you) for things like:

➡️ sore throats (age 5+)
➡️ earache (ages 1–17)
➡️ Uncomplicated UTIs (women 16–64)
➡️ sinusitis (age 12+)
➡️ shingles (age 18+)
…and more.

More info at

Find out what services pharmacies can offer and how they can support you.

24/03/2026

🚬 Is smoking ageing your skin faster than you realise?
From dullness and wrinkles to slower healing and even disease — what happens beneath the surface.
Find out what the science says and steps you can take.
Read the full story:

When discussing effects of smoking, cancer is one of the first things that comes to mind, but what effects does smoking have on the skin? Reviewed by a GP.