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No Clinical System

We have no clinical system this morning. This has been reported to our suppliers who are working hard to get the system back on line. We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause. Thank you for your patience.

URGENT – GP SCAM

IMPORTANT: It has been brought to our attention that there is a scam currently circulating locally where scammers are contact patients directly pretending to be from the surgery before trying to sell them medication / medical products and requesting their bank details. If you receive such a call please end the call and inform GM…

Wigan and Leigh Carers Charity Music Night

PLEASE FIND BELOW A MESSAGE FROM WIGAN AND LEIGH CARERS We are so excited to announce our forthcoming Charity Music Event which will take place at The Snug Coffee House in Atherton on Friday 1st November, 5.30 pm onwards. The event will raise money to support all the amazing registered unpaid carers the Centre supports…

Blood pressure check – have you had yours?

High blood pressure (also called hypertension) can lead to serious problems like heart attacks or strokes. But lifestyle changes and blood pressure medicines can help you stay healthy. If you are over the age of 40 and not had your blood pressure checked in the last 2 years then please contact the practice to book…

COVID BOOSTERS

COVID Autumn booster appointments are now available can be made via the National booking system by calling 119. You an also contact Wigan Federation on 01942 369690 to book an appointment. The most local practice giving boosters, by appointment only, is Elmfield Surgery Omerod House Atherton Health Centre Nelson Street Atherton Manchester M46 0LE, You…

Community Monthly Drop in Session for Adult Autism

We are writing to let you know that the Adult Autism Diagnostic Service for Wigan and Leigh (provided by SPTS, Hazelmere Unit, Leigh Infirmary) are launching a new monthly community drop-session. Drop-in is for anyone who has an autism diagnosis or is awaiting an autism assessment. People do not need to already have a diagnosis…

Peer support group

Did you know that there is a peer support group in Atherton?? When: Monday’s 10am to 12pm Where: The Salvation Army, 6-8 george street, atherton, M46 0EL Tel: 01942 888382 Mobile: 07551572186