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At your annual asthma review you will assessed for a change to a Salbutamol Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) as they have a lower carbon footprint, so is better for the environment and your lungs. We would also ask that you do not dispose of your empty inhalers in your household waste, but return them to […]

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Men of the North East and North Cumbria ….. Can you spare 10 minutes? It could save your life Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening November is men’s health month   and a perfect opportunity to raise awareness of a health condition than predominantly affects men. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAAs) mainly affect men aged 65 or over. They […]

Why are GP practices working differently? click here to find out more. – How practices are working currently

  Targeted Lung Health Check March 2021 Newcastle Gateshead CCG is part of a national pilot to check patient’s lung health. It is starting at Walker Medical Group. Who. It is for patients aged 55 to 75 years old who have ever smoked. That is are current smokers of tabaco, or anybody who was smoked […]

Diabetes awareness Diabetes is a significant cause of ill health in the UK. One in ten people over the age of 40 in the UK are now living with a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes. Incredibly, more than half of all cases of Type 2 Diabetes could be delayed or prevented. Minor lifestyle changes can […]

Some changes to your body are common when you get older. What changes can you expect, and how can you minimise the impact? It’s not just physical changes. You may find that you need to reassess other areas of your life. You might want to give some thought to how you’d like your life to […]

Stress has been a significant feature of the last 12 months for most people in the UK. We’ve had to cope with things we probably never would have thought possible. If you’re not feeling as happy as you did 12 months ago, then perhaps it’s worth taking a look at the NHS quiz below. Mindfulness […]

If you’re a young person suffering from bullying, you can access support and help through Bullying UK. Bullying takes many forms, both in person and online. Some young people are encouraged to sext, which then provides different resources for bullies to use. If you have a child who has access to their own mobile phone, […]

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Stopping smoking is one of the best things you’ll ever do for your health. When you stop, you give your lungs the chance to repair and you’ll be able to breathe easier. There are lots of other benefits too – and they start almost immediately. It’s never too late to quit, so join in this […]

Advice to parents re online activity

Action for Children launched a new online support service for parents last week called TALK .  In summary this is access to online information for parents but the new and unique element is the online chat facility… we have trained 10 practitioners in the city as parenting coaches and are able to support parents five […]

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Please be aware that pharmacies may be closed at times due to various issues caused by COVID-19. If you are directed by us to community pharmacies, you may wish to ring ahead to check the opening times.  

As a partner in the Great North Care Record – data sharing

For general information on coronavirus please use the link below. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ If you have concerns that you may have coronavirus or may have come into contact with someone who has, the NHS 111 online service has created coronavirus pages that will tell you what you should do based on your particular circumstances.  These can be […]

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We aim to keep our practice clean and tidy and offer a safe environment to our patients and staff.  We endeavor the premises are kept clean and well maintained at all times. If you have any concerns about cleanliness or infection control, please report these to our Receptionists. Our GPs and Nursing staff follow our […]

Practice Engagement Programme

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We have changed the way we deal with urgent medical problems so that we are available to help you when you need us. An information leaflet is available from reception or via the link below to update you about these changes. Please contact the surgery if you have any questions about this.   Urgent Medical […]

Improving access to services

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Course starting 9th March

Do you have something to say, but don’t have time to attend meetings? Do you have ideas about how to improve your practice? Do you have access to a computer? If you answered yes then why not join our Virtual Patient Participation Group   We would like to know how we can improve our services to […]

Your information in the right place at the right time

We want to make sure that we are communicating with you in a way that is easy for you and that you can understand.   Please let us know if you: Need information in a specific format e.g. large print Do you need to receive information in a particular way e.g. email? Do you need […]

Did you know that we offer an Annual Health Check for patients who have Learning Disabilities?

‘When should I worry leaflet?’ Your guide to Coughs, Colds, Earache & Sore Throats Become an antibiotic guardian Protect yourself, your family and friends against the spread of antibiotic resistance.          

Your named GP is responsible for co-ordinating your care

Great life saving advice from St Johns Ambulance

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The Walker Medical Group recognise and supports the benefits of breastfeeding for mother and baby. Should you require privacy when breastfeeding please ask at reception. Parents are also welcome to bring prams and pushchairs into the building and into the consultation rooms.

Records Walker Medical Group currently offers patients’ the facility to view on line, export or print any summary information from their medical record, relating to medications, allergies, adverse reactions. If you were given your login details before the 1 April 2015 you will not currently have access to your records. If this is something you […]

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Transplants are one of the most miraculous achievements of modern medicine. But they depend entirely on the generosity of donors and their families who are willing to make this life-saving or life-enhancing gift to others. One donor can save the life of several people, restore the sight of two others and improve the quality of […]

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