Medicentre

16/09/2026

Spaces still available, book via the link below 👇🏻👇🏻

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-well-with-diabetes-tickets-1996211512370?aff=oddtdtcreator

Are you newly diagnosed with diabetes?

There are some upcoming support sessions in September for all patients across the Wigan borough.

The spaces are limited - please book your space via the link or scan the QR code: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-well-with-diabetes-tickets-1996211512370

For more information see poster below👇

09/09/2026

Order your repeat prescription through the NHS App. It's a quick and convenient way to manage your healthcare.

You can also access a range of other NHS services in one place. Find out what the NHS App can do for you today: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

07/09/2026

Are you newly diagnosed with diabetes?

There are some upcoming support sessions in September for all patients across the Wigan borough.

The spaces are limited - please book your space via the link or scan the QR code: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-well-with-diabetes-tickets-1996211512370

For more information see poster below👇

04/09/2026

Every appointment matters!

In August 2026, 37 appointments were missed resulting in 12 hours of appointment time that could have been used to help other patients.

If you can't make your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible.

A quick cancellation gives us the chance to offer the appointment to someone else who may be waiting to be seen.

To cancel, simply call us on 01942 367244

28/08/2026

Don’t forget the practice will be closed for the bank holiday weekend from today☀

Should you require medical attention or advice during this period, please see below:

☎️ Need a doctor or nurse this Bank Holiday? Call 01942 482848 for a GP Alliance appointment.
📲 For urgent advice, use NHS 111 online or call 111.
🏥 In a life-threatening emergency, go to A&E or call 999.

24/08/2026

🌞August Bank Holiday Reminder🌞

With the Bank Holiday approaching, we would like to remind our patients to make sure you have enough medication if it is due over the holiday period.

Bank Holiday Surgery Closing Dates 🗓️
Monday 31st August 2026

17/08/2026

🩸Blood Test Booking🩸

From Monday 17th August (TODAY), there is a new blood test booking number for patients:

📞 0300 707 4567

The old number (0300 555 4567) is still available at present, but we encourage everyone to start using the new number from now on.

Please share this update to help others stay informed.

13/08/2026

Before you leave home in September, make sure you don’t forget to add MenB protection to your checklist.

➡️ Swipe to find out why
For more info: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-a-menb-vaccination-appointment/

12/08/2026

🚨 FREE COMMUNITY DAY TOMORROW 🚨

Join us tomorrow 13th August at Golborne Parkside Sports & Community Club for a fantastic FREE Community Day!

In partnership with Be Well & LIGA PCN , residents are invited to drop in between 3pm and 8pm to discover local support services, community activities, volunteering opportunities, health and wellbeing information, and much more.

Meet local organisations and groups, including:
🚲 Dr Bike
🌼 Golborne in Bloom
💙 Wigan Youth Zone
⚽ Wigan Athletic Community Trust
🏥 Health First
🧠 Brain Body Belief CIC
🎖️ Armed Forces HQ
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Hub
🥊 Boxing for Better
✨ Three Wishes WWL Charity
…and many more!

Whether you’re looking to get involved in your local community, access support, or simply find out what’s available on your doorstep, there’s something for everyone.

📍 Golborne Parkside Sports & Community Club
📅 Thursday 13 August
⏰ 3pm – 8pm

Come and drop by our stand for your FREE NHS Health Check on the day 🩺

We look forward to seeing you there❗️💙

Liga Primary Care Network Be Well Wigan Wigan Council Connecting Wigan & Beyond✨Social Media & Content Creation

📞01942 863437
📧[email protected]
🌐www.healthfirstalw.co.uk

10/08/2026

Town Centre Update – Parking and Roadworks

We'd like to let patients know about the latest changes in Ashton town centre that may affect your journey to the practice.

📍Albert Street and Garswood Street car parks have now reopened following improvement works. New lighting will be installed soon.

📍Garswood Street car park will continue to be free to use, although a 3-hour maximum stay is expected to be introduced in late August/early September.

📍Albert Street and Millingford Grove currently offers free unlimited parking.

Improvement works are continuing on Gerard Street, Garswood Street, and Market Square. From 20 July, work will begin to upgrade pedestrian crossings near St Oswald's Church, Bolton Road, and Bryn Road South, along with footpath improvements near Ashton Bowling Club.

Please allow extra time for your journey, as there may be temporary traffic disruption while these works are taking place.