BYTES Primary Care Network

07/09/2026

🔔 𝗨𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝗔𝗽𝗽? 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

Many patients assume NHS App notifications are already switched on — but for lots of people, they aren’t. Across Stockton-on-Tees, many NHS App notifications didn’t reach patients simply because notifications were turned off.
You can help by checking your settings and turning notifications ON

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻:
Open the NHS App > Tap the person icon > Select Notifications > Switch them ON

If you don’t use the NHS App yet, it’s free, secure, and gives you easy access to your appointments, test results, prescriptions and other NHS services:

Use the NHS App to view your health information and manage your healthcare online using a phone, tablet or computer.

07/09/2026

02/09/2026

📢 Autism & ADHD Information & Support Webinar for Park Lane Surgery Patients

🗓 Friday 25 September
🕧 12:30pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams

👉 Register here: ed55435b-a802-4083-9778-7fb49c40763a@37c354b2-85b0-47f5-b222-07b48d774ee3?source=copyLinkOneEventsShareDialog" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ed55435b-a802-4083-9778-7fb49c40763a@37c354b2-85b0-47f5-b222-07b48d774ee3?source=copyLinkOneEventsShareDialog

Following the response to our recent poll, we're pleased to invite patients to our upcoming online Autism & ADHD Information & Support Webinar.

Many of you told us you'd most like to hear about local support and services and practical day to day support.

This session will focus on exactly that, helping patients, parents, carers and family members better understand the support available locally and through the practice.

Please note the webinar will not be recorded, however everyone who registers will receive an information pack after the event.

02/09/2026

The Community Gluten Free Support Group in Stockton-on-Tees offers a friendly space to meet others, share experiences, pick up practical tips, and stay up to date with the latest gluten free information.

Take a look at their leaflet for details of their upcoming meetings and events.

24/08/2026

📅 With the upcoming bank holiday, please remember to order your repeat prescription in plenty of time to avoid delays. You can order easily using the NHS App, SystmOnline/Airmid, or by completing a request at the practice.

23/08/2026

With the summer holidays coming to an end, now is a great time to start easing back into routines before the new school term begins.

Did you know that 90% of brain growth happens before the age of 5? That's why creating healthy habits around screen time can make a real difference to your child's development. The latest Best Start for Life guidance recommends: 👶📱

- Under 2s: Avoid screen time where possible, except for shared activities such as video calls with family.
- Ages 2-5: Aim for no more than 1 hour of screen time per day, less if possible.
- Keep mealtimes and bedrooms screen-free.
- Replace screens before bedtime with stories, play and family time.

As we head towards September, try introducing regular bedtimes, screen-free mealtimes and more opportunities for play, reading and family activities. Small changes now can help make the return to nursery or school a little smoother for everyone.

Find out more about healthy screen habits for under 5s here:

Guidance for parents on managing screen time for under 5s. Learn what's recommended and how to build healthy habits from an early age.

20/08/2026

Good luck! 🤞to all students receiving their exam results today!

Everyone at the Practice is wishing you the very best. Remember, your results are only part of your story, and there are many paths to success. Whatever today brings, be proud of how far you've come and the effort you've put in.

12/08/2026

🎰 Struggling with gambling? Help is available.

Gambling can affect anyone, and it can have a serious impact on mental health, relationships, finances, and overall wellbeing. Taking the first step to ask for support can feel difficult, but help is available without judgement.

If gambling is becoming a concern for you, or if you're worried about someone close to you, you can self-refer to the Northern Gambling Service for specialist support: https://bytespcn.nhs.uk/self-referral-hub

Support is available not only for people experiencing gambling-related harm, but also for family members, partners, friends, and carers who may be affected by someone else's gambling.

You don't have to wait until things reach crisis point. Whether you're looking for advice, treatment, or someone to talk to, reaching out is a positive first step.

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10/08/2026

🫁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗕𝗲 𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸? If you're aged 55-74 and have ever smoked, you may be eligible for a free NHS Lung Health Check. Lung cancer screening can help find cancer before symptoms develop, when treatment is more effective and outcomes are better.

Call the Lung Cancer Screening programme booking line on 01642 044556 to take up the offer. It could make all the difference.