Moorside Medical Practice

10/09/2026

🤧🤒🩹💊 Most pharmacies can help you with seven common conditions without needing a GP appointment. 💊🩹🤒🤧

Speak to your pharmacist if you suspect you have:
1⃣ Earache (in children)
2⃣ Impetigo
3⃣ Infected insect bite
4⃣ Shingles
5⃣ Sinusitis
6⃣ Sore throat
7⃣ Urinary tract infection (in women)
Visit your Pharmacy First and ask for more information about this free NHS service.

10/09/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day!

Su***de is a major public health problem with far-reaching social, emotional and economic consequences. It is estimated that there are currently more than 720,000 su***des per year worldwide, and we know that each su***de profoundly affects many more people. Su***de remains a critical global issue, affecting individuals and communities worldwide.
Changing the narrative on su***de aims to inspire individuals, communities, organizations, and governments to engage in open and honest discussions about su***de and suicidal behaviour. By initiating these vital conversations, we can break down barriers, raise awareness, and create better cultures of understanding and support.

For more information please visit:
https://www.iasp.info/wspd/

09/09/2026

Anyone between 11 and 25 looking for a helpful resource for their mental health struggles?

Try 'Kooth'

They have some very useful tips, thinking space, helpful habits advise, emotional management support, podcasts, and you can also connect to others in the same or similar situations.

Follow the link to their page for more information or to sign up:
https://connect.kooth.com/our-services

09/09/2026

Vascular disease awareness month!

Vascular disease is the collective term for diseases of the veins and arteries. Every part of the body to which blood flows can be affected by it. It's as common as cancer and heart disease, and accounts for 40% of deaths in the UK, many of which are preventable.

For more information please visit:
https://www.circulationfoundation.org.uk/

08/09/2026

There is always someone there for you 💜

07/09/2026

Blood Pressure
Know your numbers week!

What is high blood pressure?
Read about what it means if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), how to find our if you have it, and why you should take steps to lower it.

What is low blood pressure?
As well as becoming too high, blood pressure can sometimes drop too low. It’s usually nothing to worry about but there are ways to manage it if you need to.

Why is high blood pressure a problem?
Over time, high blood pressure can lead to a number of health problems including stroke, heart disease and heart attacks.


Other related health problems
There are a number of health problems, also known as risk factors, which can all add up to cause more serious problems in the future.

Blood pressure around the world
The proportion of adults with high blood pressure varies all over the world and has changed dramatically over the last 40 years.

For more information please visit:
https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/know-your-numbers/know-your-numbers-week/

07/09/2026

Lose the FEAR, get your SMEAR!

A gentle reminder to book that all important appointment for your cervical smear test.
Don't ignore an invitation, stay ahead of cervical cancer.

If you have any questions or worries please contact the surgery and we will gladly take the time to settle any fears as best we can.

05/09/2026

Greater Manchester Sexual Health Services

BHA’s sexual health services across Greater Manchester support Black and minoritised people to improve knowledge and understanding of sexual health issues and improve uptake of sexual health prevention tools and services.

All our services are free and confidential and include:

HIV testing (with results in minutes) in community settings – these can be booked online or accesses through our community outreach work

HIV testing kits to complete at home
Free screening for sexually transmitted infections (STI’s)
Training and group activities on all aspects of sexual health
Condoms and l**e via BHA’s postal service and available at community venues through our community outreach work
A wide range of information resources available in different languages
Talk to an advisor about everything to do with sexual health – drop us a line, come and chat to us at our events or get involved in designing and delivering our services

A wide range of activities and events to support National HIV Testing Week, World AIDS Day, Black History Month, Refugee week, and local festivals

For more information and advice, please contact
https://thebha.org.uk/gm-sexual-health/

04/09/2026

Blood Cancer Awareness Month is held every September to raise the profile of blood cancer, which doesn't get the attention of other cancers. Every year, our blood cancer community comes together to raise awareness.

Fo rmore information please visit:
https://bloodcancer.org.uk/about-us/our-campaigns/blood-cancer-awareness-month/ #:~:text=Blood%20Cancer%20Awareness%20Month%20is,comes%20together%20to%20raise%20awareness.

Say Blood Cancer

03/09/2026

Are you looking to Register with us?

Our website allows you to easily check if you are within the catchment area/boundary set by NHS England for our practice.

Once you have confirmed that you are 'in area', you can register via our website.

It's quick and easy to complete the online registration form by following the link below:
https://www.moorsidemedicalpractice.co.uk/pages/Registering