Neetside Surgery

03/11/2026

03/11/2026

Following the success of our Diabetes and You programme for adults with Type 2 diabetes, you can now contact us if you would like to be referred for the news sessions starting early 2027.

03/11/2026

As Bonfire Night approaches, the NHS is reminding everyone to stay safe around fireworks and bonfires. Serious injuries can happen in seconds and may have life-changing consequences. Whether you're attending an organised display or celebrating at home, taking simple precautions can help protect you and your loved ones.

🔗https://www.england.nhs.uk/2026/10/nhs-warns-of-life-changing-injuries-as-bonfire-night-approaches/

03/11/2026

For information:
NHS England runs a patient list validation programme to ensure GP lists are accurate
This may flag people who have left England or moved out of a practice area, using demographic and administrative data.
Maintaining accurate patient lists helps ensure:
patients are appropriately registered and can receive care from the correct practice
NHS services can be planned using reliable population data
NHS resources are allocated fairly
Please see below for more details and this information can also be found on our website at ⬇️
https://neetsidesurgery.nhs.uk/surgery-policies/your-data

03/11/2026

Side effects - don't ignore them, report them.

Today marks the start of the eleventh annual .

There are many different types of side effects and if you think you're experiencing a side effect, do not suffer in silence - report it.

We all have the power to make healthcare products safer. Help others by reporting a problem using the Yellow Card scheme at https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/ or by discussing it with a healthcare professional such as your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

You can report suspected side effects to medicines, adverse incidents with medical devices, safety concerns about e-cigarettes/vapes and defective, low-quality of falsified (fake) products.

03/11/2026

Would you know what to do if you see someone having a seizure?
Witnessing a seizure can feel overwhelming, but calm actions can provide safety and reassurance. Follow these 6 steps to help.
By understanding what to do, you can support the person through the episode.
Please visit https://www.nhs.uk/symptoms/what-to-do-if-someone-has-a-seizure-fit/

03/11/2026

Welcome to this month's newsletter! What a sunny start to November! It's the perfect time to boost your mood and focus on self-care by getting outside!
This edition is filled with health tips, updates from our practice, and info about local support groups to help you stay connected and informed. Please use the link below ⬇️😀
https://neetsidesurgery.nhs.uk/media/1g0lnrjj/neetside-newsletter-november-2026-1.pdf

30/10/2026

A little kindness goes a long way!
Halloween should be fun for everyone. Please remind children to stay safe, respect other people's homes and remember that not everyone wants to take part in Halloween.

Let's make it a happy, safe and considerate Halloween for our whole community.

29/10/2026

World Stroke Day -
With 1 in 4 of us at risk of stroke in our lifetime, it's in everyone's interest to know the signs of stroke. Time lost is brain lost and seeking emergency care as soon as symptoms are spotted saves lives and can enable treatments that improve our chances of a full recovery.
Even if it doesn’t seem like much, at the first sign of a stroke, call 999.
A stroke strikes every five minutes. Every year in the UK, there are around 100,000 strokes, causing 38,000 stroke-related deaths, and it is a leading cause of disability.1
Stroke symptoms might be less dramatic, painful or obvious than you might expect. Like not being able to raise your arm, struggling to smile, or slurred speech.
Whether it is a friend, loved one or even a passer-by, any sign of a stroke is always an emergency, so call 999 immediately if you or someone else experiences a single symptom.
Acting FAST on any sign of a stroke gives patients faster access to specialist treatment that could save their life.
Face or Arm or Speech, at the first sign, it’s Time to call 999.
Visit www.nhs.uk/ActFAST for more information.