Getting Ready for Easter Easter is around the corner! Here’s a few simple tips to help you have a happy, healthy Easter. This year, Good Friday is on 3 April 2026, and Easter Monday is on 6 April 2026. GP practices in Jesmond and Gosforth will be closed from the end of the day Thursday 2 April. We will reopen on … Continued
Reminder: The NHS is Very Busy Between Christmas and New Year The time between Christmas and New Year is one of the busiest for the NHS. It’s important to keep this in mind when seeking medical help. Here’s what you can do to make the best use of NHS services and get the help you … Continued
🎄 Staying Well This Christmas and New Year – A Helping Hand When You Need It Christmas is meant to be a happy time. A chance to rest, celebrate and spend time with family and friends. But for many people, it can be hard going. You might feel unwell. You might feel lonely. Or you … Continued
Enjoy summer without the stress. For minor health issues like bites, sore throats or UTIs, your local pharmacy can help – no GP appointment needed.
Hay Fever Help: Simple Ways to Feel Better The weather in Newcastle has been dry and warm lately. While that’s great for getting outside, it also means pollen levels are high. If you’ve been sneezing or have itchy eyes, hay fever could be the reason. What Is Hay Fever? Hay fever is an allergy to … Continued
Spring is in the Air – and so are Allergies! After a long winter, we’re finally seeing the first real signs of spring – longer days, more sunshine, and the first flowers blooming. It’s a welcome change for many. But for some, spring also brings sneezing fits, itchy eyes, and a constant battle with tissues. … Continued
Pharmacy First: Your local pharmacist can help with common illnesses. You don’t need an appointment or to see a doctor first.
Winter infections are spreading, and hospitals are under extreme pressure.
Getting Help Over Christmas and New Year The last thing any of us want at Christmas is to get ill. Here’s how to get medical help over the festive period, especially when GP practices are closed. Think Pharmacy First On top of everyday coughs, colds, aches and pains, local pharmacies can treat seven more common … Continued
In Case You Missed It…. A recap of this Summer’s news stories and useful health updates. Summer Health Travelling abroad, hay fever, and keeping you and the kids safe this summer. In General Practice Bank Holiday arrangements, exploring the resources on our website and an update on the BMA campaign and collective action. Your Health … Continued