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Today we stand together to raise awareness, show support for people living with HIV, and remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses. ❤️ HIV can affect anyone, … [continue] World AIDS Day | 1st December 2025

Our PCN First Contact Physiotherapist, Paul, is here to help with simple musculoskeletal problems such as: 🦵 Joint pain. 💪 Muscle strains. 🦴 Back or neck issues. 🏃 Sprains and … [continue] Need help with muscle or joint pain? You don’t even need to see a GP first!

We’re pleased to share that Dougie Mac will be hosting their 2nd Carer Advice Day on: 🗓 Date: Thursday 27th November 2025 🕘 Time: 10am to 4pm 📍 Location:  Dougie Mac Adult … [continue] Dougie Mac Carer Advice Day – All Welcome

A chance to talk to the PPG. Come along for a chat and share your views on the practice 🗣️ Refreshments will be provided. When is it? 🗓 Date: Thursday 20th November 2025 … [continue] Patient Participation Group (PPG) Open Day

Pancreatic cancer can be hard to detect early, but knowing the signs could save lives. Look out for: Unexplained weight loss. Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Upper abdominal … [continue] November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer in the UK, but early detection can make a big difference. 🚨 Be aware of the symptoms: … [continue] November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Did you know that over 8,000 people are diagnosed with mouth cancer in the UK each year? Early detection can save lives, spotting the signs early makes treatment much more … [continue] November is Mouth Cancer Action Month

🚨 Awareness Alert: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can affect anyone exposed to alcohol before birth. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, the safest choice is no alcohol. … [continue] 🚨 Awareness Alert: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can affect anyone exposed to alcohol before birth.

Stress affects us all at times, but chronic stress can impact both your mental and physical health. Taking small steps to manage stress can make a big difference. Tips to … [continue] International Stress Awareness Week | 3th-7th November 2025

This Movember, we’re spotlighting mental health and suicide prevention, two critically important areas for men’s wellbeing, far too many men struggle silently. 👉 Why it matters… Many men face pressure … [continue] Movember 2025 – Let’s Talk About Men’s Mental Health

A chance to talk to the PPG. Come along for a chat and share your views on the practice 🗣️ Refreshments will be provided. When is it? 🗓 Date: Thursday 20th November 2025 … [continue] Patient Participation Group (PPG) Open Day

The NHS App helps you to get well, stay well and manage your healthcare📱 Its a simple and secure way to: Order repeat prescriptions. Find NHS services. View your GP … [continue] Your NHS App

If pain is part of your life or someone you care about, this session is for you. Join Flippin’ Pain this Wednesday 15th October, for a FREE live online event … [continue] Free Online Event: Understanding Persistent Pain

Today, we shine a light on mental health and wellbeing. Everyone has mental health, and it’s important to look after it just like physical health. 💚 Remember: It’s okay to … [continue] World Mental Health Day

Talke Clinic would like to thank all of our patients who provided honest and valuable feedback through our Friends & Family Test last month, it is lovely to read so … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – September 2025

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments last month. Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen below. It makes a dramatic difference to … [continue] DNA (Did not attend) – September 2025

Last month 46 patients used our online consultation service (also known as Patient Triage) to contact us online. Patient Triage is a great way for you to contact our practice … [continue] Online Consultation Service – September 2025

The Families’ Health & Wellbeing Service 0-19 run friendly, informal online groups covering a range of topics to support you and your family. 🌟 👩‍⚕️ Sessions are led by experienced … [continue] FREE monthly virtual sessions for parents & carers in Staffordshire

Talke Clinic would like to thank all of our patients who provided honest and valuable feedback through our Friends & Family Test in August, it is lovely to read so … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – August 2025

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments in August 2025. Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen below. It makes a dramatic difference … [continue] DNA (Did not attend) – August 2025

In August, 44 patients used our online consultation service (also known as Patient Triage) to contact us online. Patient Triage is a great way for you to contact our practice … [continue] Online Consultation Service – August 2025

Urology covers a range of health issues affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive organs, conditions like urinary infections, kidney stones, prostate problems, and bladder control issues are common and … [continue] September is Urology Awareness Month

Supporting Our Community 🤝 Have you heard of the ‘Better Together Community Support Group’, which supports residents across Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme? They aim to reduce isolation and meet physical, emotional, … [continue] Better Together Community Support Group

Pop down to the Bentilee Neighbourhood Centre to find out more about CAMHS and how they support young people’s mental health. Whether you’re a parent, carer, or young person, come … [continue] Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Open Day | Saturday 13th September 2025

New Podcast: Beyond the Scales – with our PCN Dietician, Carrie!🎙️ Our PCN has just released a new episode of the Beyond the Scales podcast! It’s full of practical advice … [continue] New Podcast: Beyond the Scales

You’re invited! ✉️ Newcastle North Primary Care Network is hosting a Community Winter Ready Event and everyone is welcome! 🗓 Date: Thursday 11th September 2025. 🕘 Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. … [continue] Newcastle North PCN – Winter Ready Event 2025

Talke Clinic would like to thank all of our patients who provided honest and valuable feedback through our Friends & Family Test in July, it is lovely to read so … [continue] Friends & Family Feedback – July 2025

Thank you to all patients who attended their appointments in July 2025. Our DNA (did not attend) figures for last month can be seen below. It makes a dramatic difference … [continue] DNA (Did not attend) – July 2025

In July, 63 patients used our online consultation service (also known as Patient Triage) to contact us online. Patient Triage is a great way for you to contact our practice … [continue] Online Consultation Service – July 2025

Today, we join the global community in observing World Hepatitis Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about viral hepatitis – a group of infectious diseases that affect millions worldwide. … [continue] World Hepatitis Day | 28th July 2025