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A friendly and accessible GP Surgery providing health care to the population of Fulwood and surrounding areas.

06/11/2026

Managing the Menopause - get yourselves booked on ladies!

06/11/2026

If you are a carer and have not yet had your free flu vaccination, it’s not too late to get protected.

Flu can be particularly serious for the people you care for, especially those who are older or have underlying health conditions. By having your flu vaccination, you are helping to protect both yourself and those who may be more vulnerable to serious illness.

Please make sure you are vaccinated to help protect the people you care for.

06/11/2026

Friday 6 November – End of Stress Awareness Week
Small steps can make a big difference. 🌿

As Stress Awareness Week comes to an end, remember that looking after your mental wellbeing doesn't need to involve big changes.

Try taking a short walk, getting enough sleep, spending time with loved ones or simply giving yourself permission to rest.

If stress or anxiety is affecting your everyday life, support is available.

NHS mental health advice: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/

If you are feeling stressed, anxious, low or can't sleep, Every Mind Matters can help with expert advice, practical tips and personalised actions to help you.

05/11/2026

🎄 🎁 First of all, a huge thank you to everyone who has already donated gifts to our Christmas Appeal - your kindness means a lot!

We're still welcoming donations to help make Christmas extra special for those who meed it most. If you’re able to donate or simply share our appeal to help spread the word, we would be very grateful 🙏

If you would like any further information, please contact the surgery & ask for Layla. 💜

05/11/2026

If you are a carer and you have not had your free flu vaccination, it isn't too late to have this, if someone you care for catches influenza this could be fatal, please ensure you are immunised to protect them If you are a carer and have not yet had your free flu vaccination, it’s not too late to get protected.

Flu can be particularly serious for the people you care for, especially those who are older or have underlying health conditions. By having your flu vaccination, you are helping to protect both yourself and those who may be more vulnerable to serious illness.

Please make sure you are vaccinated to help protect the people you care for.

please call or drop into the surgery

05/11/2026

Thursday 5 November – Lung Cancer Awareness Month
A cough that won't go away? Don't ignore it. 🫁

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

Lung cancer can affect anyone, including people who have never smoked.

Symptoms to look out for include:
- A cough lasting longer than three weeks.
- Breathlessness.
- Chest or shoulder pain.
- Repeated chest infections.
- Coughing up blood.
- Unexplained weight loss or tiredness.
If you have concerns, please contact your GP. Early diagnosis can make a difference.

NHS information: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lung-cancer/symptoms/

Find out about the symptoms of lung cancer. The main symptoms are a cough that's not getting better, shortness of breath, coughing up blood and chest pain.

04/11/2026

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04/11/2026

It's okay to press pause. 💚

Today is National Stress Awareness Day.

We all experience stress from time to time, but when it becomes difficult to manage, it can affect both our physical and mental health.

Remember:
- You don't have to say yes to everything.
- Taking time for yourself is important.
- Talking about how you feel can make a difference.
- Asking for support is a positive step.
Be kind to yourself today.

NHS Every Mind Matters: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/

If you are feeling stressed, anxious, low or can't sleep, Every Mind Matters can help with expert advice, practical tips and personalised actions to help you.

04/11/2026

😢 October has been our worst month for Did Not Attend (DNA) appointments so far in 2026.

📊 October's DNA figures:

🩺 49 Doctor appointments
🩺 15 ANP appointments
💉 29 Practice Nurse appointments
🩸 49 HCA appointments
💉 35 Flu vaccination appointments
177 missed appointments, costing approximately £7,080.

That's an estimated £52,040 in wasted appointment costs so far in 2026.

📞 A snapshot of October's activity:

13,337 phone calls
121 new registrations
45 home visits
183 online triage requests

Please remember, if you can no longer attend your appointment, let us know as soon as possible so we can offer it to someone else.

Your appointment matters – please don't miss it! ❤️

Address

Fatima Health Centre, 1st Floor, 228 Garstang Road, Fulwood
Preston
PR29QB

Website

http://www.lythamroadsurgery.co.uk/

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