Cornerstone Medical Practice

25/08/2026

Bank Holiday Closure Notice - Monday 31st August 2026

Please note that the practice will be closed on Monday, 31 August 2026 for the Summer Bank Holiday.

Need medical help while we're closed?
For urgent medical advice or treatment that cannot wait until we reopen, please contact NHS 111 by:
📞 Calling 111
💻 Visiting the NHS 111 online service
📞 In a life-threatening emergency, always call 999.

We will reopen as normal on Tuesday, 1 September 2026 at 08:00am.

Thank you for your understanding.

Wishing all our patients a safe and enjoyable Bank Holiday

25/08/2026

Could Your Tiredness Be More Than Just a Bad Night's Sleep?

Sleep Apnoea Awareness
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sleep-apnoea/

Do you…?
😴 Feel tired or sleepy during the day?
😪 Snore loudly most nights?
😮 Wake up gasping or choking?
🤕 Wake with morning headaches?
🧠 Find it difficult to concentrate or remember things?
😴 Fall asleep easily while watching TV or sitting quietly?
You may have sleep apnoea.

Sleep apnoea is a common condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Many people have it without realising.

Why is it important?

Untreated sleep apnoea can increase the risk of:

* High blood pressure
* Heart disease and stroke
* Type 2 diabetes
* Poor concentration and memory
* Road traffic and workplace accidents caused by excessive sleepiness

Who is at higher risk?
* People who are overweight
* Loud, regular snorers
* Adults over 40
* People with a family history of sleep apnoea
* Smokers
* People who drink alcohol regularly, especially before bed

Sleep apnoea is treatable. Treatment can improve:

* Sleep quality
* Energy levels
* Mood
* Overall health and wellbeing

Think you might have sleep apnoea?

Speak to a member of our GP practice team. They can assess your symptoms and, if appropriate, arrange further investigation or refer you for a sleep assessment.

Don't ignore the signs—better sleep could improve your health and quality of life.

Find out about sleep apnoea, which is when your breathing stops and starts while you sleep.

25/08/2026

📝Practice Closure - Thursday 27th August 2026 from 13:30pm – 18:30pm

On Thursday this week, our practice will be closed from 1.30pm for essential staff training.

During the afternoon closure, patient care will be provided by Salford Primary Care Together. They will support all urgent health needs, including:

✅Same Day Urgent Care
✅Acute Prescriptions
✅Face-to-Face and Remote Consultations
✅Urgent Home Visits where clinically appropriate

📞 Please call 0161 983 0641 after 1.30pm on Thursday 27th August 2026.

The practice will be back open as normal from 08:00am on Friday 28th August 2026

Thank you for your understanding.

12/08/2026

LUNG CANCER SYMPTOMS 🫁

* Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK.
* Early diagnosis can improve treatment options and outcomes.

Common symptoms include:

A cough lasting 3 weeks or more

Chest infections that keep coming back

Coughing up blood

Persistent breathlessness

Unexplained weight loss

Ongoing chest or shoulder pain

Unexplained tiredness

Risk factors:

* Smoking (the biggest risk factor)
* Exposure to second-hand smoke
* Asbestos and other workplace exposures
* Air pollution
* Family history and increasing age

Prevention:

Stopping smoking is the most effective way to reduce the risk of lung cancer.

Avoid exposure to harmful substances where possible.

Seek medical advice promptly if you have persistent symptoms.

12/08/2026

Do’s and don’ts to help you beat the heat. 🫡

Amber and yellow heat-health alerts are in place across the country from 3-5 August.

It's important to stay cool and keep hydrated, particularly for people who are vulnerable.

Share this with your family and friends 💙

12/08/2026

Learn how to protect your eyes whilst watching the partial solar eclipse!

We probably shouldn’t have to say this, but don’t look directly at the sun. Looking directly at the sun without the right protection can cause permanent damage to your eyesight – so you need to take care. Remember, your normal sunglasses may look great, but they won't cut it.

Follow the link to learn more about how to watch the eclipse safely!

➡️ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/07/23/how-to-watch-the-solar-eclipse-safely-this-summer/

12/08/2026

🌞 Stay Safe in the Heat 🌞

Hot weather can affect anyone, but young children, older adults, and people with long-term health conditions are at greater risk.

To stay safe:
💧 Drink plenty of water.
🧢 Wear light, loose-fitting clothing and seek shade.
🏠 Keep your home cool by closing curtains during the hottest part of the day.
🚶 Avoid strenuous activity during peak heat (11am–3pm).
👨‍👩‍👧 Check in on elderly relatives, friends, and neighbours.
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked car.

Know the signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, headache, excessive sweating, nausea, or muscle cramps. Move to a cool place, drink water, and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen or do not improve.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and take care of one another. 💙

30/07/2026

Received a bowel cancer screening test kit?

💙 Don’t ignore your bowel screening kit. It could save your life.

If you’re invited to take part in the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme, please complete your home test kit as soon as it arrives. It’s quick, simple, and can help detect bowel cancer early—often before symptoms develop.

If you’ve lost your kit or need more information, please contact the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.

30/07/2026

💊 Did you know? You may be able to get the contraceptive pill FREE from participating NHS pharmacies – no GP appointment needed.

Speak to your local pharmacist for a confidential consultation.