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Newcastle North PCN Newcastle North PCN brings together five local GP practices to deliver coordinated, accessible care.

We work with partners and community services to support health, wellbeing, and better outcomes for our patients.

Are you expecting a baby or navigating the ups and downs of life with a little one? ๐Ÿ’šCalm Your Baby and Little Humans is...
31/07/2026

Are you expecting a baby or navigating the ups and downs of life with a little one? ๐Ÿ’š

Calm Your Baby and Little Humans is a free resource created by our PCN Dietitian to support parents and carers through pregnancy, babyhood and the early years.

The resource includes:
๐ŸŽง Short, reassuring podcast episodes
๐Ÿ“ฑ A simple, easy-to-use web app

Covering topics such as feeding, sleep, behaviour, emotional wellbeing and child development, the series offers practical, evidence-based advice to help you feel more confident and supported as a parent.

Whether you're preparing for your baby's arrival or looking for reassurance during the toddler years, this free resource is here to help.

Find out more and access the free app and podcast: https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/clinical-topics/calm-your-baby-and-little-humans-reassuring-support-for-parents/

Do you experience bloating, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhoea or other digestive symptoms? ๐ŸŒฟCalm Your Gut is a free ...
29/07/2026

Do you experience bloating, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhoea or other digestive symptoms? ๐ŸŒฟ

Calm Your Gut is a free patient resource created by our PCN Dietitian to help you better understand your digestive health.

The resource includes:
๐ŸŽง A series of short Understanding Your Gut podcast episodes
๐Ÿ“ฑ A simple, easy-to-use web app

Using clear, evidence-based information, the series explains common digestive symptoms, the gutโ€“brain connection, food and digestion, and when it's important to seek medical advice. It's designed to help you feel more confident managing your symptoms and understanding what's happening in your body.

If you're living with ongoing digestive symptoms, this could be a great place to start.

Find out more and access the free app and podcast: https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/clinical-topics/calm-your-gut-app-understanding-your-gut-podcast/

Looking for a different approach to weight management? ๐ŸŒฟBeyond the Scales is a free podcast and web app designed to help...
27/07/2026

Looking for a different approach to weight management? ๐ŸŒฟ

Beyond the Scales is a free podcast and web app designed to help you make small, sustainable changes to improve your health and wellbeing.

Created by our PCN Dietitian, this resource for patients includes:
๐ŸŽค 8 short podcast episodes and bonus episode
๐Ÿ“ฑ A simple, easy-to-use app

The series explores topics including weight, health, habits, wellbeing and understanding your body, helping you build a healthier relationship with food, movement and yourself.

If you're thinking about making positive lifestyle changes, this could be a great place to start.

Find out more and access the free app and podcast: https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/clinical-topics/weight-management/podcast-app-beyond-the-scales/

๐Ÿ“ข Job Advert - PCN Paramedic/Advanced Practitioner at Newcastle North PCN!Are you a proactive Paramedic/Advanced Practit...
24/07/2026

๐Ÿ“ข Job Advert - PCN Paramedic/Advanced Practitioner at Newcastle North PCN!

Are you a proactive Paramedic/Advanced Practitioner passionate about patient care?

We are looking to appoint a health professional to work autonomously within the community using their enhanced clinical assessment and treatment skills, to provide first point of contact for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems relating to acute illness or injury.

๐Ÿ•’ Contract: Permanent, part-time.
๐Ÿ’ผ Salary: Depending on experience.
๐Ÿ“ Locations: Audley Health Centre, Heathcote Street Surgery, Kidsgrove Medical Centre, Mount Road Practice & Talke Clinic.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Closing Date: 31st July 2026

๐Ÿ”— Apply Now: https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A4525-26-0001

๐Ÿ“ข Job Advert - PCN Paramedic/Advanced Practitioner at Newcastle North PCN!Are you a proactive Paramedic/Advanced Practit...
17/07/2026

๐Ÿ“ข Job Advert - PCN Paramedic/Advanced Practitioner at Newcastle North PCN!

Are you a proactive Paramedic/Advanced Practitioner passionate about patient care?

We are looking to appoint a health professional to work autonomously within the community using their enhanced clinical assessment and treatment skills, to provide first point of contact for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems relating to acute illness or injury.

๐Ÿ•’ Contract: Permanent, part-time.
๐Ÿ’ผ Salary: Depending on experience.
๐Ÿ“ Locations: Audley Health Centre, Heathcote Street Surgery, Kidsgrove Medical Centre, Mount Road Practice & Talke Clinic.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Closing Date: 31st July 2026

๐Ÿ”— Apply Now: https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A4525-26-0001

Feel Them On The First ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ”” Taking a few minutes to check your breasts/chest/pecs regularly can make a real difference.Che...
29/06/2026

Feel Them On The First ๐Ÿ’
๐Ÿ”” Taking a few minutes to check your breasts/chest/pecs regularly can make a real difference.

Checking yourself every month helps you become familiar with whatโ€™s normal for your body, how your breasts/chest/pecs usually look and feel.
When you know your normal, itโ€™s much easier to notice any unusual changes early.

Changes to look and feel for can include:
โ€ข a lump or thickening
โ€ข swelling in the breast, chest or armpit
โ€ข changes in size or shape
โ€ข skin dimpling or puckering
โ€ข ni**le changes or discharge
โ€ข redness, rash, or persistent pain thatโ€™s unusual for you.

Most changes wonโ€™t be cancer, but itโ€™s always important to get anything new or unusual checked by a GP.
Breast cancer can affect anyone, so whether you have breasts, a chest, or pecs, itโ€™s important to check regularly.

Not sure how to check? This short video is a great guide ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://loom.ly/LUf-Cls

๐Ÿ’— Know your normal and check monthly, if something doesnโ€™t feel right, get it checked.

๐Ÿš— Need Help Getting to NHS Services? ๐Ÿš—Whether itโ€™s a GP appointment, hospital visit, or other NHS service, getting there...
26/06/2026

๐Ÿš— Need Help Getting to NHS Services? ๐Ÿš—
Whether itโ€™s a GP appointment, hospital visit, or other NHS service, getting there doesnโ€™t have to be a struggle.

You might be eligible for support such as:
โ€ข Patient transport services for medical appointments.
โ€ข Community volunteer drivers or taxi schemes.
โ€ข Accessible transport for mobility or disability needs.
โ€ข Reimbursements or travel vouchers for NHS trips .

๐Ÿ’ก Find out what support you could qualify for and how to access it:
https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-information/2024-11-18/do-you-need-help-travelling-nhs-services

Getting the care you need should never be difficult because of transport, support is available to make your journey easier.

๐Ÿ  Looking for a Care Home? ๐Ÿ Finding a suitable care home for yourself or a loved one can feel overwhelming. Knowing what...
25/06/2026

๐Ÿ  Looking for a Care Home? ๐Ÿ 
Finding a suitable care home for yourself or a loved one can feel overwhelming. Knowing what to look for and what questions to ask can make the decision much easier. Healthwatch have gathered helpful information and resources to guide you through the process and help you make the right choice.

๐Ÿ’ก Read more and get guidance here:
https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-information/2025-03-21/how-do-i-choose-right-care-home

Take the stress out of choosing a care home and feel confident in your decision.

๐Ÿง  Do you know someone living with dementia? ๐Ÿง The Herbert Protocol is a simple and practical way to help keep your loved ...
24/06/2026

๐Ÿง  Do you know someone living with dementia? ๐Ÿง 
The Herbert Protocol is a simple and practical way to help keep your loved one safe. By recording important information in advance, the police can act quickly if your loved one goes missing.

๐Ÿ’ก Learn more and sign up today:
https://herbertprotocol.com/

Supported by Staffordshire Police, the Herbert Protocol helps protect those who need it most and can make a real difference. ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿงก Take Care of Your Sexual Health!Looking after your s*xual health is an important part of your overall wellbeing. Wheth...
23/06/2026

๐Ÿงก Take Care of Your Sexual Health!
Looking after your s*xual health is an important part of your overall wellbeing. Whether you need advice, testing, contraception, or support, there are free and confidential services available locally and across Staffordshire.

๐Ÿ“ Sexual health care includes: Contraception, STI testing, treatment, safer s*x advice, and support for relationships and wellbeing.
๐Ÿ“ Local s*xual health clinics you can access:
โ€ข Cobridge Sexual Health Clinic โ€“ Free contraception, STI testing and s*xual health support in Stoke on Trent.

โ€ข Other s*xual health services are available across the region and can be found via the OpenClinic: https://openclinic.org.uk/

๐Ÿ’ก What these clinics offer:
โ€ข Free and confidential contraception and condom supply.
โ€ข STI testing and treatment โ€“ even if you have no symptoms.
โ€ข Specialist support for s*xual wellbeing and relationships.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Helpful local support:
โ€ข Confidential support and advice on s*xual health is available for all ages.
โ€ข Pharmacies in Staffordshire can also help with emergency contraception and advice, find a pharmacy here: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

๐ŸŒ Find more s*xual health clinics and services across England, including booking and testing options:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/s*xual-health services/

Your s*xual health matters. Free, confidential help is here when you need it. ๐Ÿ’™

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