Biddulphdoctors

02/11/2026

Need a letter or some information from your GP surgery? You may be able to request it through the NHS App. 📱

From the home screen, go to Appointments, select 'Request a letter or information', answer the questions and send your request. Depending on your GP surgery, this could include things like a fit note or test results.

NHS App help videos show you how to do this step by step, and you can turn on British Sign Language (BSL) and read video transcripts. 🤟

Watch the NHS App help videos, including BSL:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/help/videos/

30/10/2026

🎀 BREAST SCREENING COMING TO BIDDULPH 🎀

We are pleased to share that breast screening will be taking place at MyActive Biddulph Leisure Centre from October 2026 onwards.

Ladies aged 50–70 years are eligible for routine breast screening every three years and will be invited to attend an appointment when it is their turn.

💗 Please wait until you receive your invitation letter before contacting the screening team.

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday 9am - 4.35pm, Friday 9am - 3.35pm

Appointments: these are issued by the Breast screening service and not the GP Practice

Staff: All of the staff are female

If you are over 70, you can self-refer for breast screening by contacting the team directly.

📞 Breast Screening Office: 01785 230861

Breast screening is an important way of helping to detect breast cancer early. Please look out for your invitation and attend when invited.

Please share this post to help spread the word to women in our local community. 💗

30/10/2026

Do you know how many calories your body needs each day? 🍎

Calorie needs are different for everyone. Your age, s*x, height, weight and activity levels can all affect how much energy your body needs each day.

The Patient.info Calorie Calculator can give you a personalised estimate of your daily calorie needs based on these factors. It can help you understand approximately how many calories you may need to maintain, lose or gain weight. 🥗

Remember, a calorie calculator provides an estimate rather than an exact target. Your metabolism, body composition, health and individual circumstances can all affect your energy needs. If you have a health condition or need personalised dietary advice, speak to a healthcare professional or dietitian. 🩺

Try the Patient.info Calorie Calculator:
https://patient.info/healthy-living/calorie-calculator?utm_source=chatgpt.com

30/10/2026

28/10/2026

How healthy is your heart? An NHS Health Check can help you understand your risk of cardiovascular disease. ❤️

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) includes conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, such as heart disease and stroke. Your risk can be influenced by several factors, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, age and family history. Some factors cannot be changed, but there are important steps you can take to reduce your overall risk.

An NHS Health Check is a free check of your cardiovascular health. It usually includes checking your blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as discussing your family history, physical activity, smoking, alcohol use and other factors that may affect your health. 🩺

High blood pressure and high cholesterol often have no symptoms, so having them checked can help identify potential problems before you know anything is wrong.

NHS Health Checks are generally offered every five years to eligible people aged 40 to 74 who do not already have certain pre-existing conditions. If you're eligible but haven't been invited, you can contact your GP practice. 💙

NHS Health Check information:
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-health-check/

28/10/2026

🎉 Wishing Alyson Fallows a very happy retirement! 🎉

Today, we celebrate our wonderful Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Alyson, as she retires after an incredible over 40 years of service to the NHS, including the last four years here at biddulphdoctors. 💚💙

Alyson has been a valued member of our team, and her knowledge, care and dedication to our patients have made a real difference. She will be greatly missed by colleagues and patients alike.

Now it’s time for Alyson to enjoy a well-deserved new chapter! 🚐🌸🐾 Whether she’s exploring new places in her motorhome, enjoying her garden, walking the dog or spending precious time with family, we hope her retirement is filled with happiness, adventure and plenty of lovely memories.

Thank you, Alyson, for everything you have given to the NHS, our practice and our patients. We are so grateful to have had you as part of our team, and you will always be part of the biddulphdoctors family. ❤️

From all of us at biddulphdoctors, we wish you a very happy and fulfilling retirement — you’ve certainly earned it! 🥂✨

26/10/2026

💜Are you suffering with back, neck, shoulder, knee or joint pain💜 Leek & Biddulph PCN (Primary Care Network) has its very own First Contact Physiotherapists ready to help you with muscle, joint and movement problems - without needing to see your GP first!

💁‍♀️Meet Sabrina and 💁‍♂️Adam our PCN Physiotherapists, experts in assessing, diagnosing and managing a wide range of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions - such as back, neck, shoulder, knee or joint pain.

All you need to do is to ask your GP practice reception team for a First Contact Physio appointment where they can book you in with Sabrina or Adam

26/10/2026

Breast screening can help find breast cancer before you notice any signs or symptoms. 🎀

NHS breast screening uses X-rays called mammograms to look for breast cancers that may be too small to see or feel. Finding breast cancer earlier can mean treatment is more likely to be successful.

If you're eligible for NHS breast screening, you'll be invited when it's time for your appointment. When you receive your invitation, please take the time to read the information provided and arrange your screening.

Screening is for people without symptoms. If you notice a new lump, changes to the size or shape of your breast, ni**le or skin changes, or anything else that is unusual for you, do not wait for your next screening invitation – contact your GP. 💗

NHS breast screening information:
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/

23/10/2026

National Health Education Week is a reminder that good health information should be useful and accessible to everyone. 💙

For people with a physical disability or limited mobility, staying active can sometimes require a different approach, but there are many ways to adapt exercise around your individual abilities and needs.

Physical activity can support heart health, strength, joints, maintaining a healthy weight and mental wellbeing. Everyday movements can also form part of staying active, and exercises can often be adapted so they can be completed seated or with mobility aids.

Start with manageable activities, listen to your body and gradually build up what you do. There is no single exercise plan that will suit everyone, so consider speaking to a healthcare professional before starting a new exercise routine if you're unsure what is appropriate for you. 🩺

Focus on what you can do and find activities that work for your body. Every bit of movement counts. 💙

Patient.info guide to exercising with a physical disability:
https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-stay-fit-if-you-have-a-physical-disability

20/10/2026

Get Online Week | 19–25 October 🌐 Being able to get online and use digital technology can make a real difference to everyday life – from keeping in touch with others to accessing information and essential services.

Get Online Week aims to help tackle digital exclusion and encourage people to build their confidence and digital skills. 💻📱🌐 Whether you’re getting online for the first time, want to improve your skills or know someone who could benefit from a little extra support, find out more about the campaign and the help available:

Good Things Foundation: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/
Find out more about Get Online Week: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/get-online-week