Finney Lane Surgery

12/06/2026

💙 Men’s Health Week is next week!💙

The theme this year is: How can we better use the pharmacy to improve men's health?😊

It’s a great opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of physical and mental wellbeing for men of all ages.

From checking in on your mental health, to getting active, booking that overdue check-up, or simply talking to someone you trust — small steps can make a big difference.

Let’s encourage the men in our lives to take time for their health and wellbeing. 💪
📅 Men’s Health Week: 15th - 21st June

11/06/2026

😊 Thankful Thursday🩷

Starting this week, every Thursday we’ll be highlighting a staff member who has received fantastic feedback — a small way for us to recognise and thank them for their great work!

✨ Our first staff member is one of our amazing HCAs....Kate!👏

09/06/2026

Carers Week – Building Carer Friendly Communities

8–14 June 2026

This year’s theme is ‘Building Carer Friendly Communities’.

Carers Week is important because it recognises the immense value and dedication of those who provide care, often without pay or formal acknowledgement. Many carers balance their caring responsibilities with work, education and personal commitments, which can lead to stress and isolation. By raising awareness, Carers Week helps to ensure carers receive the recognition and support they deserve, while also encouraging communities and policymakers to take meaningful action.

As part of Carers Week, Signpost for Carers will be holding a drop-in session:
📅 Thursday 11th June
⏰ 10:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Heald Green Village Hall

This is a great opportunity for carers to:
ℹ️Get information, advice and support
❓Ask questions about available services
🗣️Speak directly with a Signpost for Carers representative
💬 No appointment needed – just drop in.

Stay tuned to find out more about how Signpost will be highlighting the need for Building Carer Friendly Communities and their planned schedule of events and outreach in Stockport communities during Carers Week.

08/06/2026

💙 Diabetes Week 2026 | 8–14 June💙

This Diabetes Week, we’re helping to change the conversation around diabetes.

Did you know that 8 out of 10 people living with diabetes have experienced negative attitudes—including judgement, blame, or stigma?
This is known as diabetes stigma, and it can have a real impact on people’s wellbeing.

👉 The truth is: nobody chooses diabetes. It is not anyone’s fault.
That’s why this year’s campaign is all about ‘Striking Out Stigma’—raising awareness, challenging misconceptions, and encouraging kinder, more supportive conversations.

💬 By changing how we talk about diabetes, we can help create a world where people feel supported, not judged.

If you’d like to learn more about diabetes, its symptoms, or how to manage it, please get in touch with the surgery.

05/06/2026

🩷 Early detection saves lives 🩷

The NHS Breast Screening Programme is vital in spotting breast cancer early — often before any symptoms appear. Catching it early means treatment is more likely to be successful.

If you receive your invitation, please don’t put it off.

👉 A quick appointment could make a life-saving difference.

✅ Free through the NHS
✅ Helps detect cancer early
✅ Most people get normal results
✅ Early diagnosis gives the best chance of recovery
💗 Get to know what’s normal for you
💗 Attend your screening when invited
💗 Share this message — you could help save a life

03/06/2026

Please note our practice will be closed from 1pm today for essential staff training.

However, if you need medical help, please call 111.

In an emergency, always call 999.

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

29/05/2026

🌺April Friends & Family Feedback🐰

Thank you to all our patients who took the time to fill out or Friends & Family Questionnaire💐

“The staff are all very friendly and efficient”

“The nurse was very friendly, polite and efficient and the appointment was on time”

“Dr Allen is brilliant, she is efficient and does what she says she will do”

“Doctor Bradley was very helpful and felt at ease after seeing him”

“Seamless visit”

“Dr was kind, friendly and professional”

“Quick service, lovely and friendly nurse”

20/05/2026

Prior to the Spring bank holiday weekend, please be aware our turnaround time for repeat prescription requests is 48 hours. You can order repeat prescriptions by:

📲Using the NHS app

✏️Filling out a repeat prescription request form and bringing this to the surgery. You can hand this in at reception or put it into the prescription request box outside the surgery.

📨Emailing us at [email protected]

For patient safety, please note we cannot accept prescription requests over the telephone.

Please also note that some pharmacies may have their own processing times for making up or delivering your prescriptions.

Please check your local pharmacies opening hours as they may differ on bank holidays. To find an open pharmacy near you, click this link:

Find the Bank Holiday opening times of a pharmacy near you in Greater Manchester.

23/04/2026

💐March Friends & Family Feedback🐣

Thank you so much to all our patients who continue to provide us with feedback.
Here is some of the feedback that was given…

“The atmosphere was good and quiet, The staff was cooperative”

“The doctor really looked after me”

“Professional and made me feel valued”

“Dr Allen is one of best GP I have come across. Really appreciate her kindness and support"

“Fantastic service”

“Friendly staff, and the place was clean”

“Helpful and informative”

“Faye is amazing”

13/04/2026

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