IntraHealth Parkgate Surgery

03/09/2026

‼️ Please be advised our phone lines are currently down. ‼️

We are trying to sort it out as soon as possible.

Please be patient with us whilst we try to sort this issue out.

Please note sending econsults or emails may not garantee an appointment. We are trying to sort this problem out so we may not be checking them as often and as quick.

Please be nice to the reception team as this is out of our hands💕

21/08/2026

❗️BANK HOLIDAY REMINDER❗️

This is a reminder we are closed on Monday 31st August for the bank holiday.

We are back open 8am on Tuesday 1st September.

In this time if you require medical attention then please call 111 for non-urgent queries and 999 for emergencies

Please ensure you have ordered your medication in advance to give the us and the chemist enough time to have it ready.

31/07/2026

🫁Lung Health Check🫁

If you've received an invitation from Tees Valley Lung Cancer Screening Programme, please say yes!

This invitation can help detect lung cancer early and it can make you aware of any other underlying health issues🩻

See the poster to see if you're eligible for the programme🏥

The programme has made such a huge difference:
🔹293 Lung Health Checks carried
🔹168 CT Scans carried out
🔹13 people referred for urgent specialist assessment
🔹225 other health conditions identified

Any questions please contact Tees Valley Lung Cancer Screening Programme on 01642 045566

30/07/2026

🎈Being Well Family Fun Day🎈

Bring the family along to our family fun day packed with activities and games for all ages!

🗓️Tuesday 11th August
🕐1:30 to 4:30
📍The Well Church, North Road, Darligton, DL1 2EL

We hope to see you there☺️

27/07/2026

‼️Good Morning‼️

Please be advised our phone lines are currently down.

We are trying to sort it out as soon as possible.

Please be patient with us whilst we try to sort this issue out.

Please be nice to the reception team as this is out of our hands💕

21/07/2026

Students - protect yourself against Meningococcal (MenB)!

MenB is a bacterial infection that can cause serious illnesses, such as meningitis and septicaemia. The risks increase when mixing or living closely with lots of new people.

From 20 July, for a limited time, a free MenB vaccination is being offered to thousands of young people ahead of the 2026 academic year.

You will be eligible for the vaccine if:
- You complete Year 13 in summer 2026 (born between 1 Sep 2007 and 31 Aug 2008)
- Are under 25 and going to university or moving into residential student accommodation for the first time.

2 doses of the vaccine are needed, 4 weeks apart, for full protection.

Protect yourself before term starts.

Book your MenB vaccination appointments at a participating pharmacy today:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-a-menb-vaccination-appointment/

23/06/2026

The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings as temperatures are expected to rise significantly across parts of the UK, with the potential for record-breaking June temperatures.
Hot weather can affect anyone, but older people, young children, pregnant women and those with long-term health conditions are particularly at risk.

To stay safe:
☀️ Keep out of the sun during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm)
💧 Drink plenty of water and avoid becoming dehydrated
🏠 Keep your home as cool as possible by closing curtains and blinds
👒 Wear loose, light-coloured clothing and a hat when outdoors
👵 Check on older relatives, neighbours and vulnerable friends
🚑 Seek medical advice if you or someone else becomes unwell due to the heat

Please take care of yourself and others during this period of hot weather.

For the latest forecasts and weather warnings, visit the Met Office:
https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/news-and-media/media-centre/weather-and-climate-news/2026/red-extreme-heat-warning-issued-with-june-temperature-records-forecast-to-break

23/06/2026

‼️PATIENT NOTICE‼️

We understand the fustration about the reminders of appointments no longer being sent but please note this is a decision we have made as a practice.

Due to changes in NHS funding, it was a decision made by all practices to stop sending appointment texts. This is because appointment texts have been identified as the area that has the highest spend.

We will still be sending out routine text messages and other communications including:

💌Test results & clinical updates
💌Invitations for reviews, vaccinations & screening programmes
💌Info about changes to services of practice updates
💌Messages from clinicians where appropriate

If you can no longer attend an appointment, please let us know as soon as possible.

Appointments can be cancelled by either;
▪️Using NHS App
▪️Calling the surgery
▪️Speaking to reception

Please ensure we have your up to date contact number

Thank you🙂

19/05/2026

🚗 New parking system goes live at Darlington Memorial Hospital on Thursday 21 May

The new ANPR parking system will replace paper tickets and use cameras to read vehicle registrations on entry and exit.

⏱️ There will be a 20-minute grace period for drivers entering and leaving without parking.

💳 Payment machines are located inside:
• Women’s Centre Entrance
• Main Entrance
• Outpatients A (next to post room)

♿ Blue Badge holders should scan their Blue Badge at the payment machine before leaving.

Patients who believe they may be eligible for a parking exemption should speak to a member of staff for further advice.

More information available below👇

Thank you for your patience while we introduce these improvements.

30/04/2026

Please be advised Monday 4th May, we are CLOSED for the bank holiday.

We are back open from 8am on Tuesday.

If you require any help or advice please contact 111 for non emergencies.
For emergencies then please call 999.

North East & North Cumbria NHS have released the opening hours for pharmacies across the North East & North Cumbria, including Darlington, across the early May bank holiday this Monday.

3 community pharmacies will be open in Darlington - find out where: https://ow.ly/b8fr50YRA8f