Newcastle South PCN

03/09/2026

'Swapping screens for shared activities - like reading together at bedtime - is one of the simplest ways to support your child's development and help them establish healthy screen habits right from the start. Visit Best Start in Life for more.

Creating screen-free time doesn't have to be complicated. Simple activities like sharing a book together can have a genuinely positive impact on your child's growing brain. Head to the Best Start in Life website for more.

Bedtime stories instead of bedtime screens - it's a small change that can make a real difference to your little one's sleep and development. Visit Best Start in Life to find out more 👉https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/screen-time-under-5s/

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

The University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust Screening Team will be at The House of Bread on Wednesday 16th September (12-2pm).
Come along for free health checks and find out more about NHS screening programmes. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, access health information, and learn about services available to support your wellbeing. Everyone is welcome at 43 Browning Street, Stafford, ST16 3AX.
We look forward to seeing you there!
North Staffordshire Bowel Cancer Screening Programme

02/09/2026

Need advice about a common health condition? Your local pharmacy could be your first stop 💊💙

Highly trained pharmacists can provide expert advice, recommend treatments and, for some common conditions, offer NHS treatment through the Pharmacy First service without you needing to see a GP first 👍

Pharmacy First can help with seven common conditions, including:

• Impetigo (aged 1 year and over)
• Infected insect bites (aged 1 year and over)
• Earache (aged 1 to 17 years)
• Sore throat (aged 5 years and over)
• Sinusitis (aged 12 years and over)
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs) (women aged 16 to 64 years)
• Shingles (aged 18 years and over)

Pharmacists are also available to help with many other everyday health concerns, including coughs, colds, hay fever, aches and pains, digestive problems, medicines advice, healthy living support and more 🌿

If your condition needs further assessment, your pharmacist will make sure you're directed to the right NHS service. They can also identify when symptoms may need urgent medical attention ⚠️

Choosing Pharmacy First can help you get expert advice more quickly while helping to keep GP appointments available for people who need them most 💙

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/

01/09/2026

Persistent gut symptoms should never be ignored 💜

Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and early diagnosis can make a big difference

Symptoms can include ongoing diarrhoea, stomach pain, blood in poo, weight loss, and extreme tiredness 💬

Many people delay getting help due to embarrassment or uncertainty, but getting checked early is important 🤝

Find out more about symptoms and standards of care here:
https://www.whatsupwithmygut.org.uk
https://ibduk.org/ibd-standards

01/09/2026

What's on North Staffs Carers in September 💚

31/08/2026

Trying for a baby? Understanding your menstrual cycle and when you ovulate can help you identify the days when you're most likely to become pregnant 👶💙

Ovulation usually happens around 10–16 days before your next period starts. This is when an egg is released from the o***y and is available to be fertilised 🥚

Because s***m can survive in the body for several days, there is a "fertile window" during each cycle when pregnancy is more likely to occur 📅

An ovulation calculator can help estimate when you may be ovulating based on the length of your menstrual cycle, making it a useful tool if you're trying to conceive 👍

Remember that every person is different, and factors such as stress, illness and irregular periods can affect ovulation 💫

If you've been trying to get pregnant and would like further advice, speak to your GP or healthcare professional 💙

Try the ovulation calculator here:
https://patient.info/pregnancy/ovulation-calculator

30/08/2026

'It’s no worse than standing on the bus in rush hour, and it’s over a lot quicker'

Liz shares her perspective on the importance of attending breast screening through her own invitation letter.

When you're invited, save the date. It could save your life.

nhs.uk/breast

29/08/2026

Anyone across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent can access 24/7 mental health support by text with the launch of two new free text services across the area.

Individuals can text the following numbers to receive support for their mental health at any time of the day or night:

📱For South Staffordshire – 07507 330605
📱For North Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent – 07312 263117

28/08/2026

With the Bank Holiday approaching, it's important to know how to access NHS services if you need help over the long weekend. 💙

Many GP practices will be closed on Bank Holiday days, but there are still a range of NHS services available if you need medical advice, treatment or urgent care. 🏥

✅ Use NHS 111 online for medical advice and support
✅ Call 111 if you need urgent medical help but it's not an emergency
✅ Visit your local pharmacy for advice on common illnesses and minor injuries
✅ Use NHS online services to manage prescriptions and access health information
✅ Call 999 or attend A&E for life-threatening emergencies only

If you take regular medication, remember to order any repeat prescriptions in plenty of time before the Bank Holiday to avoid running out. 💊

Planning ahead can help you enjoy the long weekend and ensure you know where to turn if you need healthcare support. ☀️

Find NHS services near you:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/

Get help from NHS 111:
https://111.nhs.uk/

Learn how pharmacies can help:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/