Practice News – March 2026

New General Practitioner

We are delighted to announce that Dr Rebecca Magill has now joined our practice. If you see her around, please do take a moment to say hello and give her a warm welcome. We are certain she will be a wonderful addition to our team and look forward to you meeting her soon.

 

Important Update: Skin Hub Service Discontinuation

We would like to inform our patients that the Skin Hub service, for which our practice has been a proud pilot site, will be discontinued from April. Over the course of the pilot, the service has demonstrated remarkable results, including a reduction of over 40% in secondary care referrals – a fantastic achievement for our community.

We are pleased to share that the success of the Skin Hub means it will now be commissioned more widely. However, the exact arrangements and details for the new service are still being finalised, and we will update you as soon as we know more.

We thank you for your support and understanding as we transition through these changes, and remain committed to providing you with the best possible care.

 

Mounjaro for weight loss referrals

We are pleased to inform our patients that those eligible for the first batch of Mounjaro medication for weight loss referrals have been contacted directly by our team. If you have not received notification, this means you are not eligible for this medication at this time. Please rest assured that we will proactively reach out to all eligible patients as further batches become available. There is no need to contact the surgery to request Mounjaro. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Ovarian Cancer Awareness month – 1st-31st March

Did you know, over the past ten years there has been no improvement in ovarian cancer survival rates? Over 7,000 women are diagnosed every year, with two-thirds at a late stage when it’s harder to treat.

This Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, it’s time to make a change. Often symptoms can be missed or attributed to another condition. If you’re struggling with persistent bloating, pain around the tummy, difficulty eating or feeling full, or a change in urination habits, you may find this checker useful: Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Checker | Ovarian Cancer Action

 

Young Carer’s day – 11th March

Are you a young carer registered with our practice? Being a young carer can take its toll on you, and it’s really important you have access to the right support yourself.

If you’re a carer for someone, and you’re under 18, please do let us know at reception.

Young Carers – Blackpool Carers Centre

 

No Smoking day – 12th March

‘Commit to Quit’ this No Smoking Day. If you’re looking for a sign to improve your health, breathe easily and minimise the risk of long-term conditions, here it is! Start today and you’ll feel the benefits so quickly!

Within days, you’ll notice:

As the weeks progress, you’ll find you have:

Better blood circulation to your heart and muscles, making physical activity easier

Improved lung function – any coughs, wheezing or other breathing problems can reduce

And you’ll see the benefits in your pockets! Why not start today?  Smokefree Blackpool :: Blackpool Teaching Hospitals