Category: Useful Information

If your child is preparing to start school, there’s still time to help them build confidence using the toilet on their own Small, consistent steps can make a real difference. … [continue] 🤗Toilet Training Campaign

Firefighters and partner agencies remain on site at Dovestone and Swineshaw, where work continues to tackle hotspots, maintain containment and prevent further spread of the fire. Crews are expected to … [continue] Dovestone Wildfires Update

📢 Our New Quarterly Newsletter Has Arrived! We’re pleased to announce that our we will now be publishing Quarterly Newsletters that are available to pick up from reception. Inside, you’ll … [continue] Patient Announcement🔊

This week (6–12 July), we’re supporting Alcohol Awareness Week, an annual campaign from Alcohol Change UK encouraging people to take a moment to reflect on the role alcohol plays in … [continue] 💙 Alcohol Awareness Week 2026: Alcohol and Me 💙

Imagine going to work to care for those most in need, and facing abuse because of your skin colour, religion or background. The ‘No Space for Racism’ campaign video, featuring … [continue] No Space For Racism

Striking Out Stigma🧡 Diabetes Week 2026 focuses on changing the way we think and talk about diabetes. Research shows that 8 out of 10 people living with diabetes experience stigma, … [continue] 💙Diabetes Week 2026 (8–14 June)💙

Please note our practice will be closed from 1pm today for essential staff training. However, if you need medical help, please call 111. In an emergency, always call 999. Please … [continue] Practice Closure Due to Essential Staff Training

Prior to the Spring bank holiday weekend, please be aware our turnaround time for repeat prescription requests is 48 hours. You can order repeat prescriptions by: using the NHS app … [continue] Ordering Prescriptions Prior to the Spring Bank Holiday

🧠Little brains grow fast – and how they spend their screen time matters more than you might think. We’ve pulled together simple, practical tips to help your under-5 build healthy … [continue] Screen Time #BestStartInLife

📬 Had your breast screening invitation? Breast screening is quick, free, and could make a real difference. Please don’t ignore your appointment.

Our IT problems have now been resolved, thank you for your understanding while we worked to rectify the issue.

Unfortunately we are experiencing some IT issues across Stockport today (23rd March 2026). Please bear with us whilst we try to rectify the problem. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

The UK Health Security Agency has recently confirmed an outbreak of meningitis in Kent. There has been several confirmed cases, and it has unfortunately resulted in the deaths of a … [continue] Meningitis Outbreak Advice

We’re excited to renew our commitment to the Breastfeeding Friendly Scheme 2026 — helping ensure every parent feels welcomed, supported, and confident while feeding their baby. By being a Breastfeeding … [continue] 🌼 We’re Proud to Be Breastfeeding Friendly! 🌼

The NHS Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Programme is coming to Stockport, and eligible men are encouraged to book their appointment. AAA screening is a simple, painless ultrasound scan that … [continue] Men of Stockport – Come and Get Your AAA Screening!

WorkWell provides support for people whose health is affecting their ability to work, or who need help to return to work. If you are struggling to stay in employment, are … [continue] WorkWell Service – Viaduct Care💫

Social Prescribing offers non-medical support to help improve your health and wellbeing. If things like loneliness, housing issues, financial worries, low mood, managing a long-term condition, or making lifestyle changes … [continue] 🌿 Social Prescribing Service – Viaduct Care

We’re pleased to let our patients know that you can now self‑refer directly to a range of pharmacy services through our website via the Local Services section. This allows you … [continue] Patients Can Now Self Refer To Local Pharmacy Services

This month we’re raising awareness about cervical cancer prevention, early detection, and symptoms. ✅ HPV Vaccine – Offered to children aged 12–13, it helps protect against cervical cancer. ✅ Cervical … [continue] 📢 January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Please note that over the Christmas period, our 48 hour processing time will remain the same However, each pharmacy may have their own turnaround times for making up your prescription … [continue] Reminder About Prescriptions📝

Many illnesses and minor injuries don’t always require a GP. Pharmacists, mental health support, urgent eyecare and dental services are examples of some other healthcare professionals that can lend a … [continue] Services Available In The Festive Season🎅

With so much going on in the run up to the Christmas and New Year period, it’s easy to forget the smaller things like making sure your medicine cabinet is … [continue] Get To Know Where To Go Over Christmas🎄

Did you know we have  Gynaecologist, Contraception, Sexual Health and Menopause Specialist who has a clinic at the practice on a Thursday afternoon? Contraception Clinic: Coil & Implant Fits and … [continue] 💗Contraception Clinic – Manju Navani (Women’s Health Specialist)💗

We’re proud to be a Veteran Friendly Accredited GP practice and to support our veteran community this Remembrance Day. We know that this Remembrance Day is likely to be particularly … [continue] Veteran Friendly Accredited GP Practice

From 22nd September 2025, you can contact the practice online for any NON-URGENT, routine medical or admin requests, between 8am and 6.30pm Monday – Friday, via the following link: Please … [continue] Contacting Us Online

‼️From the Saturday 4th October, extended access on weekends will be moving from Gatley Medical Centre to Cheadle Medical Practice, 1-5 Ashfield Crescent, Cheadle, SK8 1BH‼️ Even though the location … [continue] IMPORTANT UPDATE ABOUT THE LOCATION OF WEEKEND EXTENDED ACCESS

  Hot weather can affect our health, especially for older people, young children and those with long-term conditions. With planning and awareness, it’s possible to stay safe and well in … [continue] ☀️ Stay Cool, Stay Well ☀️

We know it can be worrying when your baby or young child is unwell. That’s why NHS Greater Manchester has created a helpful guide for parents and carers of children … [continue] Looking After Your Little Ones: Advice for Parents and Carers of Under-5s

  Summer is a time to enjoy longer days, warmer evenings, outdoor activities and spending time with loved ones. But it’s also important to look after your health and know … [continue] Get To Know Where To Go This Summer