Winstanley Medical Centre

08/07/2026

🍷 𝐀𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤: 𝟔𝐭𝐡–𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 🍷
As part of Alcohol Awareness Week, we're hosting a friendly drop-in session for anyone who would like information, advice, or support around alcohol use.
📅 Thursday 9th July
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Ground Floor, Chandler House
No appointment is needed, just drop in for a chat. Whether you have questions, are looking for support, or simply want to learn more, everyone is welcome.

02/07/2026

📱 Digital Drop-In Session - Happening Today! 💻

Need a bit of help with technology? Don't forget our Digital Drop-In Session is taking place from 1pm–2pm.

📍 Community Living Area, Upper Ground Level, Chandler House

In partnership with the Wigan Council TechMates Team, we're here to offer friendly, basic digital support. Whether you need help using your phone, tablet, or laptop, or would like assistance signing up to the NHS App, we're happy to help.

✅ No booking required
✅ Free to attend
✅ Friendly support available

Just drop in and have a chat – we look forward to seeing you! 😊

17/06/2026

🔥 Do you suffer from heartburn, acid reflux or indigestion?

A major NHS and Cancer Research UK-backed study, supported by Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, is now recruiting volunteers in Wigan to help improve care and treatment for people living with these symptoms.

✅ Men aged 55–79
✅ Women aged 65–79
✅ Have regular heartburn, acid reflux, indigestion, or take medication for these symptoms

It only takes a few minutes to sign up and you'll be contributing to important research that could improve lives and help detect serious conditions earlier.

Joining Heartburn Health will give you the chance to take part in ground-breaking research and make important discoveries about reflux and related health conditions, possible.

📲 Find out more and register at: www.heartburnhealth.org
📞 Need help or have questions? Call 0808 281 4772 for support with signing up.

We’re bringing together over 120,000 people with heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux to share information about their health and take part in research to improve care.

05/06/2026

🩷 Drop-In Breast Awareness Session 🩷

Have you ever wondered if you're checking your breasts correctly?

Join us for a friendly and informative drop-in session where you'll learn:
🎀 How to check your breasts properly
🎀 What changes to look out for
🎀 When to seek advice from a healthcare professional
🎀 Tips for making breast awareness part of your routine

No appointment needed – just drop in, ask questions, and gain confidence in looking after your health.

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞
📅 Thursday 25th June
⏰ 1-2pm

𝐀𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞
📅 Friday 26th June
⏰ 1-2pm

Early detection can make a real difference. Come along and learn more in a supportive, welcoming environment 🩷🎀

02/06/2026

⏰ Reminder – Men's Health Event Next Week! 💙

Don't forget to join us for our Men's Health Event on Tuesday 9th June from 5pm–7pm at St Aidan’s Social Club, Wigan.

This is a great opportunity to meet local support services, wellbeing organisations, and community groups all in one place. Whether you're looking for advice, support, information, or simply want to see what's available in your local area, everyone is welcome.

📅 Tuesday 9th June
🕔 5pm–7pm
📍 St Aidan’s Social Club, Wigan

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙

02/06/2026

Take a look through this timeline to see how health research has shaped our lives and continues to build a healthier future for everyone.

If you’d like to take part in health research, speak to reception to find out more.

26/05/2026

📅Date for the diary!📅

Men’s Health Event 💙
Tuesday 9th June | 5pm–7pm
St Aidan’s Social Club, Wigan

Come along and meet local support services, wellbeing organisations, and community groups all in one place.

25/05/2026

Find out how to get involved in your practice research today 👇

📱Scan the QR code on the poster
💻Visit https://bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/

20/05/2026

We’re proud to be taking part in health research to help improve care for our patients and communities now and in the future🌟

Did you know? Taking part in research can make a real difference — not just for yourself, but for others too🔬 Here are 5 good reasons why patients choose to get involved:

18/05/2026

Need support with NHS app? Or help with your phone or laptop?💻 📲

There is a patient drop tomorrow over at Wigan Library for all our patients

📆Tuesday 19th May 🕥2pm - 3pm

No appointment needed - drop in for a bru & biscuit. The team is there to help! ☕️

⭐️Community Link Worker team will also be there for any support or advice ⭐️