Whickham Chiropody and Podiatry

01/07/2026

MenB vaccination bookings open soon through the National Booking System💉

Vaccinations are due to start on the 20th of July.
The limited time MenB vaccine is available to those who are eligible. It is important to get both doses before the autumn term.

In England, the following groups are eligible:

- Young people currently in school Year 13 (born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008)
- All undergraduate freshers born on or after 21 July 2001 who will be attending university for the first time in autumn 2026
- Those born on or after 21 July 2001 who are starting further education for the first time in autumn 2026 and who will be living in further education accommodation or halls of residence

More information to come in the following weeks

17/06/2026

‼ Be warned that partially cloudy and even overcast skies can actually increase UV radiation by 25% and DNA damage by 40%!

⛅️The effect of clouds on UV radiation is varied. Fully clouded skies lead to reductions in surface UV irradiance - however, albeit a complex subject, some clouds can actually create higher UV levels and increase the risk of DNA damage way more than perfectly clear skies!

⛅️Studies have shown that partially cloudy, or even overcast skies can increase UV radiation by 25% at the earths surface (enhancement effect) and DNA damage by up to 40% through a combination of refraction and reflection.

⛅️Whilst the vast majority of us are unlikely to know when clouds are increasing the level of UV radiation, what we do know is that people often change their behaviour on cloudy days and spend increased time outdoors without sun protection.

‼ This common misconception lulls many people into a false sense of security which can result in very bad sunburn and increased risk of skin cancer.

🧐 CHECK THE UV INDEX - WHEN LEVELS ARE 3 OR ABOVE, USE SUN PROTECTION MEASURES - EVEN ON CLOUDY DAYS!!💪

- every month is:

17/06/2026

Why choose
Whickham Chiropody and Podiatry?
Fully qualified PODIATRIST with 29 years experience and established in Whickham since 2002
Registered with the Royal College of Podiatry (RCPod)
Mandatory HCPC regulated (Health Care Professions Council)
Check the register at www.hcpc-uk.org
Maintains mandatory ongoing professional standards and continuing education requirements

Treatments include routine care, monitoring and treatment of complex and high risk foot conditions, diabetes, arthritic problems, circulatory and nerve symptoms, balance, foot mechanics, as much more.

To book, call 0191 4883444

We are a regulator of health and care professions in the UK. Our role is to protect the public. By law, people must be registered with us to work in the UK

14/06/2026

Clinic reopens tomorrow after annual leave. All messages will be responded to then. Thanks 👣

14/06/2026

BUSY
Clinic is currently very busy.
Please book in advance to avoid disappointment.

27/05/2026

Warning- To avoid disappointment please book in advance.
We are currently full 3 to 4 weeks ahead.

28/04/2026

Our best seller foot cream and heel balm is back in stock. Really makes a difference to dry rough skin 👣

20/04/2026

Cancellation available tomorrow if anyone is looking for an appointment

07/04/2026

3 years since we moved into this clinic. It’s absolutely flown by and I love the location.
We are 4 School Lane, behind Wetherspoons Harry Clasper pub and next door to Urban Concept Hair Salon.

28/03/2026