Allen Street Clinic

04/09/2026

So today after six years with the Practice, Dr Birch leaves us for pastures new🥺!

She joined us in 2020 during the Covid pandemic…became a Mummy (twice!) during these years and today she closes the door on her Allen St chapter.
Thanks so much Dr Birch for your dedication to the Practice-you’ll be missed! Good luck with everything😘👏👍🏻💜

03/09/2026

Slight change of clinics! If already booked..fab! If not…why not😁??!! Contact us to get booked in👍🏻.

03/09/2026

🩸 Blood Cancer Awareness Month – September 2026 🩸

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness of blood cancers including leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

Knowing the possible signs and symptoms could help you recognise when to seek medical advice. These can include:

🔹 Unexplained bruising or bleeding
🔹 Persistent tiredness
🔹 Frequent or persistent infections
🔹 Unexplained weight loss
🔹 Lumps or swelling
🔹 Breathlessness
🔹 Drenching night sweats
🔹 Unexplained fever or bone pain

These symptoms can have many different causes and do not necessarily mean you have blood cancer. However, if you notice anything unusual or persistent, speak to your GP.

💙 Find out more and get support:
🔗 www,bloodcancer.org.uk/understanding-blood-cancer/about-blood-cancer/blood-cancer-signs-symptoms
🔗 www.nhs.uk/conditions/cancer

Let’s raise awareness and encourage people to know the signs and seek advice if something doesn’t feel right. 💙

Learn about the symptoms of blood cancer, including bruising or bleeding, lumps or swellings, shortness of breath, drenching night sweats, infections and more.

01/09/2026

🌿 Alopecia Awareness Month – September 2026 🌿

This September, we’re raising awareness of alopecia – a term used to describe hair loss.

Alopecia can affect anyone and may be temporary or permanent. For many people, hair loss can have a significant impact on confidence, self-esteem and emotional wellbeing. 💚

If you’re experiencing sudden, unexplained or concerning hair loss, speak to your GP. They can help explore possible causes and advise on appropriate support.

🤝 Support is available:
🔗 www.alopecia.org.uk
🔗 www.nhs.uk/symptoms/hair-loss

Let’s raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and remind those affected that they are not alone. 💜

Charity

31/08/2026

💜 International Overdose Awareness Day

International Overdose Awareness Day is an opportunity to remember those who have lost their lives to overdose, support those affected, and raise awareness that overdose deaths can be prevented.

If you or someone you know is affected by drug or opioid use, support is available and it's never too late to ask for help.

💙 Know the signs. Know where to get help. Don't be afraid to seek support.

For more information about overdose awareness and prevention:
International Overdose Awareness Day

For NHS information and advice about medicines and overdose:
NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service – Overdose & Naloxone Information

If you think someone is experiencing an overdose, call 999 immediately and stay with them. Naloxone can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, but emergency medical help is still needed.

29/08/2026

🫁 Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month 🫁

This September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness of this serious lung condition, which causes scarring of the lungs and can make breathing increasingly difficult. 💙

Common symptoms can include:

🔹 Breathlessness, particularly during activity
🔹 A persistent dry cough
🔹 Tiredness and fatigue
🔹 Unexplained weight loss
🔹 Swollen or rounded fingertips

These symptoms can have many causes, but persistent breathlessness or a cough lasting more than 3 weeks should not be ignored. Speak to your GP if you have concerns about your breathing.

🔗 www.nhs.uk/conditions/idiopathic-pulmonary-fibrosis

🔗 www.actionpf.org/get-involved/awareness-month/september

💙 Every breath counts. Let’s raise awareness and help people recognise the signs of pulmonary fibrosis.

Find out about idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), including what the symptoms are, how it's treated and what the outlook is.

28/08/2026

Please note the surgery will be closed this coming Monday 31st for the Bank Holiday.
Open as usual Tuesday 1st Sept at 8am👍🏻.

Enjoy your Bank Holiday weekend😊💜

21/08/2026

13/08/2026

💙 Help Shape Healthcare in Cheadle & Surrounding Areas

We’re planning for the future and want to understand what matters most to you.

We’d love to hear your views on local healthcare services and what you would like to see available in our community.

📝 Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=V2N9w4vIa0K2gN-BZqhu12VVaLAAEiNCryaU-WkpTX9UMTk2UEhHQVQ1VERaODgwUElaRldMUzRLRS4u&route=shorturl

Your feedback will help us understand what is important to local residents and help shape future healthcare services. 💙

11/08/2026

💉 National Immunisation Awareness Month 💉

Vaccinations are one of the safest and most effective ways to protect yourself, your family and your community from serious infectious diseases.

Whether it's your child's routine vaccinations, pregnancy vaccines, seasonal vaccinations or adult immunisations, staying up to date helps protect those most at risk. The NHS offers vaccinations throughout life, from infancy to older adulthood.

✔️ Check you and your family's vaccination status.
✔️ If you think you or your child have missed a vaccine, contact your GP practice – it's never too late to catch up.

For more information about NHS vaccinations, visit:
👉 NHS Vaccinations

You can also view the current UK routine immunisation schedule here:
👉 UK Routine Immunisation Schedule