Stay Informed November 2025

Message from the Practice Manager

As we move into November, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our patients for their continued support and understanding throughout what has been a very busy autumn here at the practice.

With colder weather approaching, we encourage everyone to stay healthy by keeping up to date with seasonal vaccinations.

Our flu and COVID booster clinics are now well underway — please contact reception or book online if you haven’t yet had yours.

We’re also aware that this time of year can be challenging for many, especially with shorter days and rising costs. Our social prescribers are here to offer support and connect you with local community resources, so please don’t hesitate to ask if you need a little extra help.

Finally, I’d like to remind everyone that our online services are a convenient way to manage appointments, repeat prescriptions, and health queries — available 24/7 via our website or NHS app. Thank you once again for being part of our community practice. On behalf of the whole team, I wish you a healthy and positive month ahead.

Warm Regards, Jenny

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

Pancreatic cancer is the deadliest common cancer. Spotting the signs could save your life. Do you know the symptoms?

Every year, nearly 10,000 people in the UK lose their lives to pancreatic cancer — the deadliest common cancer.

Sadly, half of the people diagnosed with this deadly disease will die within 3 months, and 93% will die within 5 years.

It strikes fast, hides behind ordinary symptoms, and too often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. Back pain, indigestion, weight loss, jaundice, changes to your bowel movements — signs that seem harmless and unconnected, but could be deadly.

This campaign exposes the truth: pancreatic cancer is a silent killer that doesn’t wait or discriminate. Recognising the symptoms early and acting fast could save your life, or someone else’s. When you know the signs, you have a chance to fight back against this deadly killer.

Visit the Pancreatic Cancer Action website

Poulton in Bloom memorial museum

Step back in time with Poulton in Bloom Remembrance 1940s pop-up museum until 21 November.

Pop in and see the exhibits: military uniforms and cap badges, 1940s household, general store — plus many more!

Teanlowe Centre

• 11am to 3pm
• Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri and Sat

Free entry — just walk in!

Winter Wellness Fair

Join the Wyre Integrated Network PCN Social Prescribing team for an afternoon of fun and information at their Health and Wellbeing Fair, where there will be:

• Information on local clubs and things to do in the area
• NHS Health Checks
• Home Safety
• Benefits
• And many more!

Poulton Community Hall, Vicarage Road

• 11pm to 4pm
• Wednesday 17 December

Food Drive

12th November to 17th December

Wyre Intergrated Network PCN Social Prescribing Team

Join us in supporting our local food banks by donating non-perishable food items to help families in need this festive season.

This Christmas, let’s share the gift of giving!

Join us in supporting our local food banks by donating non-perishable food items to help families in need this festive season. Every donation makes a difference — together, we can make sure no one goes hungry this Christmas.

Drop Point: The Village Practice, Beechwood Surgery, Lockwood GP Surgery and Queensway Medical Practice.

Things You Can Donate

• Rice/Pasta
• Tinned Food
• Non-Perishables
• Baby Items
• Pet Food
• Toiletries
• Chocolate/Sweets
• Cereals
• Jar Sauces

Free activites for exforces and their families

Blackpool Football Club comminity trust have put together some great activities for ex-forces personnel and their families

Read more about this on their website

Digital Support Session

Are you having problems getting on to The NHS app or PATCHs? We have appointments available for some help with our Digital Lead.

Please speak to reception for more information.

Please click here to register for online access.

Patient Feedback

Published: Nov 6, 2025