Whitworth Medical Centre

30/06/2026

Thursday 2nd July, the surgery will be closed from 1pm for staff training and development. This dedicated time allows our team to focus on improving services, meeting patient demand, and supporting staff wellbeing so we can continue providing the best possible care.

If your request is urgent and cannot wait until the following day, please call NHS 111. In a medical emergency, please call 999.

All pre-booked appointments will go ahead as normal and will not be affected.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Kind regards,

29/06/2026

We are currently experiencing ongoing technical issues affecting our computer and telephone systems. We apologise for any delays or inconvenience this may cause and kindly ask for your patience while we work to resolve the problem. Thank you for your understanding and for being courteous to our reception team during this time.

26/06/2026

We’re now back up and running as normal!

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

26/06/2026

We are currently experiencing technical difficulties due to a power outage. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we work to resolve the issue. Thank you for bearing with us.

24/06/2026

18/06/2026

👋🏻 Men’s Health Week!👋🏻

🚹 Men Can Get Breast Cancer Too 🚹

Breast cancer isn’t just a women’s disease. Men have breast tissue and can develop breast cancer, although it’s much less common.

🔍 How to check yourself:

* Look for any new lump or thickening in the breast or chest area.
* Check for changes to the ni**le, such as pulling inward, discharge, or a rash.
* Notice any swelling, pain, or changes in the skin around the chest.

🖐️ Once a month, gently feel your chest and the area under your arms for anything unusual.

If you notice any changes, contact your doctor promptly. Early detection can make a big difference.

12/06/2026

Service Update:
East Lancashire Labs are currently closed. Only urgent blood samples are being accepted and processed at this time. Routine and non-urgent blood tests will be delayed until normal service resumes.

Thank you for your understanding.

11/06/2026

Today, Thursday 11th June, the surgery will be closed from 1pm for staff training and development. This dedicated time allows our team to focus on improving services, meeting patient demand, and supporting staff wellbeing so we can continue providing the best possible care.

If your request is urgent and cannot wait until the following day, please call NHS 111. In a medical emergency, please call 999.

All pre-booked appointments will go ahead as normal and will not be affected.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Kind regards,

09/06/2026

On Thursday 11th June, the surgery will be closed from 1pm for staff training and development. This dedicated time allows our team to focus on improving services, meeting patient demand, and supporting staff wellbeing so we can continue providing the best possible care.

If your request is urgent and cannot wait until the following day, please call NHS 111. In a medical emergency, please call 999.

All pre-booked appointments will go ahead as normal and will not be affected.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Kind regards,
Whitworth Medical Centre