Whether itβs long hours, stress, blurred lines between work and home, or peer pressure to drink alcohol at workplace socials, there are so many ways work and alcohol are linked. This #AlcoholAwarenessWeek, AlcoholChangeUK are opening the conversation about the relationship between alcohol and work and how making changes to our drinking, even a little, can…
Hereβs a quick look at how hard our clinical and non-clinical staff have worked in June to support our patients: π©Ί 4,131 AskmyGP requests triaged by our amazing duty doctors π 2,635 appointments completed by our clinical team, including: β’ 1,742 face-to-face π₯ appointments β’ 832 telephone βοΈ consultations β often preferred by patients for…
If you’ve left your medication π at home by mistake, we can help. We’re able to send your prescription to a local pharmacy π₯ near to where you’re staying – all we need is the post code of your current location π β This service is only available in England (Does not include Scotland, Wales…
The Dicconson Group Practice has taken the decision to no longer prescribe sedatives for fear of flying. This policy decision has been made by the GP Partners and is adhered to by all prescribers working in the practice. The reasons for this can be found below: πΉBenzodiazepines (like diazepam) are sedatives, which means they make…
π Thank You for Your Support! π We would like to say a heartfelt π thank you to all our patients who have taken the time to share their thoughts and leave such wonderful comments through Junes Friends and Family Test. Your kind words, encouragement, and constructive feedback mean a great deal to our team….
As we are now in the throes of Holiday βοΈ Season and many of you are leaving for sunny π climates, we just wanted to remind you all about sending AskMyGP requests whilst you are abroad. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer medical advice or prescribe medication π whilst you are out of the country. If…
How to stay healthy and well this summer Summer is the perfect time for family fun, sunshine, and making memories. You can help your summer run smoothly by getting to know where to go in case of injury or illness, so you can get the help you need more quickly. Because accidents happen and little…
At The Dicconson Group Practice, we use social media (like Facebook) to share helpful health information, surgery updates, and NHS campaigns. To keep everyone safe and respectful online, we kindly ask all patients to follow this social media policy. β What You Can Expect from Us οΎ We will never post anything about individual patients….
Hereβs a quick look at what happened at our practice in May 2025 to care for our patients: π Calls answered: 3615 π» AskMyGP requests processed and triaged by our Duty Doctors: 3458 π©ββοΈπ¨ββοΈ Appointments seen by our clinicians (face-to-face and telephone): 2147 π‘ Home visits for housebound patients: 76 β Patients who did not…
A heartfelt thank you to all our patients who shared their comments in Mays Friends & Family Test recently π¬π Your kind words and honest feedback mean a lot to our team. Itβs always appreciated and helps us to keep improving the care we provide. Your support really does make a difference. Thank you! π…
Thank You ππ» for Your Feedback We would like to thank all patients who took the time to complete the Friends and Family Test last month. Your feedback is very important to us and helps us understand what weβre doing well and where we can improve. Together, we can continue to make your care better….
βοΈ A message from your Practice Nurses βοΈ Did you know that Type 2 diabetes can often be prevented or delayed with simple lifestyle changes? As part of National Diabetes Prevention Week, we want to highlight the support available for those at risk. At our practice, we offer a blood test (HbA1c) that helps us…
Goodbye After 30 years of working in the NHS and almost 9 years at The Dicconson Group Practice I will retire at the end of the month. I’m not leaving because I’m fed up or burned out, I’m leaving because I can and there is more to life than work. In my time here we…
π¨Triage and AskmyGP – what does it mean ..?π¨ The Practice operates a triage system , where all appointment requests are reviewed by a senior clinician . Why do we do this β¦? Quite simply it is so we can make our system as efficient for patients as we can. We are asked many times…
Bank Holiday Weekend βοΈ The surgery will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday 26th May 2025 We will re-open at 8:00am on Tuesday 27th May. βοΈ You can still see a doctor or nurse over the Bank Holiday π·weekend by calling 01942 482848 to make an appointment at the GP Alliance βοΈ Alternatively you can…
Being sun smart is about looking after your skin all summer, not just during heatwaves or when youβre on holiday. Follow these safety tips to protect your skin: – spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm – make sure you never burn – cover up with suitable clothing and sunglasses – take extra…
ππ Thank You ππ Weβre proud to share that 93% of our patients said they would recommend us in the latest NHS Friends and Family Test. Your trust and support mean so much to our team. Weβre committed to continuing to provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care for all our patients. Thank you for being…
ππ Friends and Family ππ Thank you so much for your kind feedback in Aprils Friends and Family. Weβre truly grateful for your support and are delighted to hear that youβve had such a positive experience with our team. π§π»ββοΈπ©ββοΈπ¨π»ββοΈ Your comments mean a lot to usβthey encourage our staff and help us continue providing…
ππ Aprils Practice Figures ππ 3242 AMGP requests were triaged by the Duty Doctors in April . This were all dealt with in a timely manner and patients contacted by our Super Sorters !! These requests were converted into 1633 face to face appointments π₯ and 566 telephone βοΈ consultations. Thatβs a total of 2261…
Diabetes My Way is a new online service which gives you secure access to your medical records, along with tailored information and advice, to help you understand more about your condition and improve the way you manage your diabetes. Content includes 200+ resources (with key material in a range of other languages), short videos, eLearning…
Please see some of the comments received in our March Friends and Family feedback!
Please see our total Friends and Family Percentage for March 2025 !
Please see our figures for March!
This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth, weβre supporting Bowel Cancer UKβs #PassItOn campaign by sharing the symptoms. The earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more treatable itβs likely to be. Learn more about the possible symptoms of the disease. Know the symptoms of bowel cancer: * Bleeding from your bottom * Blood in your poo * A change in…
On the 21st January 2025 the Mental Health Support Hub at Atherleigh Park closed. However The Epic Hope Crisis Harbour at 6-8 George Street, Atherton M46 0EL is now in operation. It is open from Thursday – Sunday 3pm – 11pm Apart from Saturday when it is open from 12 noon – 6pm. Walk ins…
From 1st May 2025 you will need to order your repeat prescriptions from your GP – not through your local pharmacy. The NHS App is the safest and easiest way for you to request your repeat prescription. Ordering through the app will give you more control over your own healthcare and save you a trip…
Important Notice To Our Patients Since we installed our new telephone system on Thursday 30th January 2025 , we would like to advise all of our patients that ALL of our calls are recorded for training and monitoring purposes. This includes Inbound and Outbound calls. Thank You.
π₯ Weβre Now a Veteran Accredited GP Surgery! ποΈ Weβre proud to announce that our GP surgery is now Veteran Accredited, meaning we are officially recognised for our commitment to providing the best possible care for those who have served in the Armed Forces. β What does this mean for our patients? Being veteran accredited…
Stop Sexual Harassment Important update for our patients At The Dicconson Group Practice , we are committed to protecting our employees and patients from any form of harassment . With the new Labour laws that came out in October 2024 , we want to make sure that you are informed about the enhanced protections against…
Hi there, its Aimee the Practice Nurse! If youβve received an invitation for your cervical screening, itβs a great reminder to prioritize your health. I know it can feel a little daunting, but I want to reassure you that this test is quick, important, and absolutely worth doing. Cervical screening helps detect early changes in…