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Barnsley Carers Service Our Service supports adults who provide unpaid help and support to a loved one due to illness or disability. We know that being a carer can impact your day-to-day life significantly. It can be both rewarding and isolating. Through this you may be unable to work. Your own health and wellbeing can suffer […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 17 May from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Stammering and stuttering mean the same thing Causes? Stammering is neurological. It is not caused by nerves, lack of confidence, or lack of intelligence Impact? We know from adults who stammer that their experiences in childhood can affect mental health, academic success, and employment prospects Therapy? There is no ‘cure’ for stammering – We embrace stammering as a […]

Do you have a chronic disease for which you receive annual reviews at the surgery? In that case, you might wish to know how we deal with those at Grimethorpe Surgery. We aim to do all the reviews for your chronic diseases at the same time where possible, saving you from having to make multiple […]

There will be changes to the Phlebotomy Services at Barnsley NHS Foundation Trust (BHNFT). From Tuesday 2 May 2023, BHNFT policy for patients referred by GP Surgeries for Phlebotomy Services will be to direct patients to the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Barnsley Town Centre.  Additionally, all repeat Outpatient Phlebotomy Requirements should now be conducted at the CDC. […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 19 April from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Introduction Have you had enough of the changes to how things work at the surgery yet? We have, but we don’t have any other choice than to change yet again. Some of you may have heard of the changes to the GP contract. For the second year in a row, the government has imposed changes […]

Still, GP appointments have surged 10% above pre-pandemic levels! GP practices in England delivered 10% more appointments in February this year compared with the same month in 2020 – with 3% fewer GPs, official data show.

If you live with diabetes and are observing Ramadan, you can find more advice on choosing whether to fast, including what risks to be aware of, on the @DiabetesUK website. http://diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/managing-your-diabetes/ramadan

Did we believe Covid was a thing of the past? If we did, we’re wrong. Unfortunately, Covid has caught up with a number of our staff members (clinical and non-clinical), which means we will have a reduced capacity for appointments in the coming week. We apologise for the inconvenience this will cause our patients. Please […]

It’s #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth. Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be caused by lots of things, which can make it hard to diagnose. It’s important to get any symptoms checked as soon as possible. Finding it early can mean it’s more treatable. https://nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-cancer/

Telephone problems at our Cudworth branch. The phones have been re-routed to Grimethorpe while we get this sorted. Please bear with us as this can mean a longer wait. We apologise for the inconvenience and hope our supplier can get this resolved asap. Addendum: apparently the re-routing was unsuccessful. Please ring our Grimethorpe phone line […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 15 March from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Your next poo could save your life. Just a tiny sample detects signs of cancer before you notice anything wrong. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off. For more information, visit nhs.uk/bowel-screening.

This is how you REALLY examine your breasts. Let Liz O’Riordan, breast surgeon, show you: What to look for Where to feel How to feel What cancer might feel like SHE NEVER checked her breasts because she didn’t think she would get #breastcancer. She was wrong. Please share this with anyone who needs to learn […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 22 February from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8 am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The role of Social Prescribers is to help people address social problems they are facing that impact their well-being – there are many life problems that make you feel unwell. The Social Prescribers are there to listen and help, using their connections with voluntary organisations, clubs, and specialised services to improve patients’ quality of life. […]

How to check your breasts after a mastectomy #breastcancer Source: Twitter – @Liz_ORiordan You can watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5wRycXgUaTY

Unfortunately, one of our doctors is off sick today and this will mean a reduced appointment capacity today. Please bear with us as we try to help you the best way we can. Remember to give our receptionist a brief description of your problem so she can help direct you to the best clinician or […]

Following World Cancer Day on Friday 3rd February, NHS England is running its ‘Bus-ting Cancer Tour’ next week which sees NHS staff in a specially designed bus travelling across the country to encourage people who are worried about a cancer symptom to contact their GP.  Part of NHS England’s Help Us, Help You campaign, the […]

Tinnitus is the term for hearing sounds that come from inside your body, rather than from an outside source. If you have tinnitus, there are things you can try that may help to make your symptoms less noticeable. Learn more: http://nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus… #TinnitusAwarenessWeek

Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer. Contact your GP practice if you are experiencing any of these signs and symptoms of lung cancer. Early diagnosis and treatment of cancer can save lives http://nhs.uk/lung-cancer#WorldCancerDay

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK. Here are the three main symptoms. Other health problems can cause similar symptoms – but it’s important to get them checked by a GP if you have any symptoms for 3 weeks or more. #WorldCancerDay

Breast cancer can cause a number of signs and symptoms. Get used to checking regularly and be aware of anything that’s new or different for you. For more info ➡️ http://nhs.uk/breast-cancer #WorldCancerDay

We will have reduced appointment capacity today as one of our doctors is off sick. If you need to be seen urgently today you can do one of the following: Contact i-Heart between 4 and 6 pm on 01226 242419 Contact NHS 111 If your problem is non-urgent, you can also try to book a […]

Tomorrow, Tuesday the 31st of January will be Carol’s last working day. After nearly 40 years at the practice, she will be retiring. Although we will all miss her loads, we wish her all the best for a well-deserved retirement. Thank you for all you mean to all of us, Carol. 😍

What happens when you have a mammogram? #breastcancer #breastscreening When you get your letter, don’t miss out, book your appointment!

Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay, when we remember all those murdered during the Holocaust, Nazi persecution of other groups, and in genocides that followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. Visit the @HMD_UK website to find out more: https://www.hmd.org.uk/

#BuildFamilyResilience Parental Mental Health Day 2023: 29 January. This year’s theme is #BuildFamilyResilience, focusing on how parents and carers can successfully adapt to challenging life situations, and deal with their own stress and anxiety. https://stem4.org.uk/parentmentalhealthday/ Want to take part in the webinar? Register via the link below. bit.ly//stem4webinars-PMHD2023

Planning to go abroad on holiday? Somewhere exotic? Here are some sources of advice on the avoidance of mosquito bites: Mosquito bite avoidance: advice for travellers Health advice for travellers to reduce the risk of acquiring mosquito-borne infections such as chikungunya, dengue, Japanese encephalitis, malaria, West Nile virus, yellow fever and Zika. It was developed […]

Want to know what happens at cervical screening? Please watch the video below to find out more. The process is quick and can prevent cancer or pick it up at an early stage. Don’t miss your chance and book as soon as you receive your invitation in the post.

Going for your cervical screening can help prevent cervical cancer or pick it up at an early stage. Don’t miss out on your chance for this. You will receive a letter in the post to invite you for your cervical screening (smear), when you are due one. Don’t ignore it, book an appointment with the […]

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is 23rd – 29th January 2023 Read more here on how you can get involved: https://www.jostrust.org.uk/get-involved/campaign/cervical-cancer-prevention-week You can download the Easy Read info leaflet about having a smear test here: https://www.jostrust.org.uk/shop/cervical-screening-and-cervical-abnormalities/download-only-easyread-booklet-having-smear-test

Doctorsnet.uk 19 January 2023, 1:00am Staff face daily abuse in many practices across the UK, according to an alarming new survey. The survey of GPs found that 40% reported daily abuse against them or their staff. As many as 74% reported facing weekly abuse in their practice, according to the Pulse survey. 45% said that all their staff […]

The surgery will be closed today from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

Risks of #breastcancer for women in their 50s – for alcohol, HRT and obesity Shared from Dr Liz O’Riordan on Twitter.

The surgery will be closed tomorrow Wednesday 18 January from 12pm for Staff Training. For medical help during this time: Life-threatening? 999 Urgent? Contact NHS111 Non-urgent? Contact us from 8 am on Thursday, or online via https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The NHS invites all women between 50 and 71 for a breast screening every three years. If you have got your invitation letter, please don’t hesitate to book your appointment. If you haven’t had a breast screening before this short video explains it: https://bit.ly/3WRIJKI

On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of the coming week we will have a reduced capacity of appointments. We have just been informed one of our doctors will be absent due to unforeseen circumstances. Please bear with us as we try to provide our patients with the best care possible.

National Obesity Awareness Week in the U.K. is observed in January and takes place from January 10 to 16 this year. Obesity affects more and more children, adults, and even pets in the U.k. each year. https://nationaltoday.com/national-obesity-awareness-week/

Advice from NHS.uk: If you have COVID-19, you can pass on the virus to other people for up to 10 days from when your infection starts. Here we share advice on what to do if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or have any symptoms of COVID-19.

We saw this interesting to look at the workforce trends & workload in different sectors of the NHS and thought we would share it with you. TLDR – General Practice is doing 20% more with less workforce https://ifs.org.uk/sites/default/files/2022-12/NHS-funding-resources-and-treatment-volumes-Institute-for-Fiscal-Studies.pdf Despite the feeling, there are fewer appointments available than there used to be before the pandemic, there […]

We have listened to our patients and from today, a queuing system will be in place. When you phone the surgery, you will now get a welcoming message before being passed through to the queue. This message will alert the caller to hang up and dial 999 if faced with a life-threatening problem, like a […]

Want help on any of the following? Just click on the link to find out more: Quitting Smoking New Diabetes Diagnosis Living well with Diabetes New COPD diagnosis (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Living well with COPD Living well Heart Failure Ageing well at home (including falls prevention, loneliness, isolation, alcohol, hydration, etc.) Living well with Dementia (for patients […]

This website provides pregnant women, babies, children, and young people across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw with consistent and high-quality advice from local health professionals.  You’ll find clear information on common childhood illnesses, including advice on what ‘red-flag’ signs to look out for, where to seek help if required and how long your child’s symptoms are […]

Paces is a charity that supports children, adults, and families from all around our region living with cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions. At Paces, it is their belief that every person has huge individual potential and the right to specialised services that allow them to realise that potential. They also believe that learning does […]

Although not all comments were nice to read and several made us look carefully at the services we provide, there were a lot of nice comments, too. We never shy away from constructive criticism. We received one criticism that clearly wasn’t supposed to reach us. This appeared to be directed towards our neighbours in Grimethorpe. […]

Introduction From November 2022 until today, we’ve run a Patient Satisfaction Survey to find out how satisfied our patients are with the services we provide. We expected to find significant dissatisfaction based on the abuse our receptionists encounter on a daily basis. The results, however, left us pleasantly surprised. This is not a reason to […]

Although our flu clinics have been and gone, we still have flu-vaccines available for patients registered with Grimethorpe Surgery who are eligible for flu jabs. The availability is for both adults and children 2-3 years old. Please enquire at reception to find out more. If you are due any of your reviews, you could receive […]

By Jess Hacker16 December 2022 (GP Online) Nearly a third of patients (29%) find it difficult to contact their GP practice, new data has revealed. And, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), more than half (52%) of people who made an appointment in the last month reported that doing so was difficult or […]

The Christmas season is upon us. Everyone at Grimethorpe Surgery would like to wish you a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2023. May the new year bring everything you ever hoped it would. Enjoy the season and stay safe!

This month, some services may be affected due to strike action. Please continue to come forward for NHS care, if you need medical help use 111 online, and in emergencies, please call 999.

By Eleanor Philpotts on the 22 December 2022 (GP Online Magazine) Three in five GPs deliver more than the safe limit for patient contacts every day – and many routinely exceed it by double or more, a GPonline poll reveals. BMA guidance on safe working in general practice defines the safe number of patient contacts per working […]

We want to wish all our patients and their families a very happy Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year. We will be closed on: Saturday 24/12/22 Sunday 25/12/22 Monday 26/12/22 Tuesday 27/12/22 Saturday 31/12/22 Sunday 1/1/23 Monday 2/1/23 Enjoy the season, hopefully without a need for medical help. But if you do, get […]

Strep throat is doing its rounds at the moment and this has increased the concerns of many patients and parents. With this, comes increased pressure on our appointment system as, understandably, people want to see a GP or other clinician as soon as this is feasible. However, most GP surgeries simply don’t have the capacity […]

Barnsley’s BIG weekend of walk-ins! Get down to Barnsley’s COVID-19 Vaccination Centre at Priory Campus this weekend to get your autumn booster in time for the Christmas break. Walk-in all day on Saturday and Sunday between 9am – 4:40pm. Check your eligibility at https://bit.ly/3B9EL7g. Don’t delay. Get boosted. Get protected.

It’s time for our monthly staff training session again this afternoon. We will be closed from 12 pm on Wednesday 7 December for staff training and we will open again from 8 am on Thursday 8 December. During our closure, you will not be able to collect sick notes, prescriptions, hand in samples, etc. This […]

Get the NHS App to beat the 8 am rush at the surgery. The app is perfect for the following tasks: To book an appointment To request your repeat prescription (we don’t allow ordering prescriptions over the phone) For online consultations with your GP To get your Covid Pass To get advice from NHS 111 […]

We are running an additional walk-in flu clinic on Wednesday 7 December pm in both Cudworth and Grimethorpe for our eligible patients who so far have not yet had their flu jab this year. Registered at Grimethorpe Surgery (Dr Maters)? Eligible for free NHS flu jab? Not had it yet or arranged it yet? Additional […]

Do Good December – Day 2: Contact someone you can’t be with to see how they are https://actionforhappiness.org/december#DoGoodDecember

Walk-in for a booster in Barnsley!Walk-in appointments for the COVID-19 autumn booster are now available at Priory Campus, Lundwood. No need to book an appointment, just arrive on the day.Opening times until 27th November:Wednesdays & Thursdays: 4:00pm – 7:30pmSaturdays & Sundays: 10:00am – 4:00pmPeople aged 50 years and older and those aged 12 years and […]

There is an autumn booster clinic popping up in Goldthorpe tomorrow, more info. 👇 If you can’t make this date or haven’t had any vaccines visit http://nhs.uk/covidvaccine or call 119 to book an appointment. More info on autumn booster eligibility: https://bit.ly/3EtKZ4t.

Watch the video below to find out why. Antimicrobial Resistance is the third-leading underlying cause of death globally. Today is the start of #WorldAntimicrobialAwarenessWeek. Let us commit to working together across borders and sectors to tackle this silent pandemic.

Antimicrobial resistance happens when drugs such as antibiotics or antivirals become less effective at treating infections. @UKAMREnvoy Professor Dame Sally Davies explains how #AMR works in 60 seconds #WorldAntimicrobialAwarenessWeek #AntimicrobialResistance is one of the most urgent global threats to the public’s health. Antibiotics can cause side-effects, including nausea and diarrhoea and contribute to the development […]

Wednesday 16 November, the practice will be closed from 12 pm for Staff training. We re-open at 8 am on Thursday 17 November. If you need medical help: Life-threatening? Call 999 Urgent? Contact NHS 111 Non-urgent? Contact the practice the next day For non-urgent medical and admin queries, you can also contact us online via […]

Tummy trouble such as discomfort or diarrhoea for three weeks or more, or blood in your pee – even just once, could be a sign of cancer. It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable. Contact your GP practice. http://nhs.uk/CancerSymptoms

Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK. But what do you need you know about the disease? Over to you, Dr Sam… #LungCancerAwarenessMonth

Two women die from #CervicalCancer every day in England. Don’t ignore your cervical screening invite and if you missed your last one, book an appointment with your GP practice. Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/

Do you have 5 minutes to help with a survey about the NHS App? We’re keen to hear from people in England that don’t use the NHS App. If you’re interested, follow this link https://feedback.digital.nhs.uk/jfe/form/SV_78LbhB4n9WWKLIy…

Another date for walk-in Covid clinic if you need it:If you’re eligible for your autumn booster but haven’t had it yet, visit our dedicated autumn booster pop-up clinic taking place next Tuesday. If you can’t make this date or haven’t had any vaccines visit http://nhs.uk/covidvaccine or call 119 to book an appointment.

Healthy Living is a free online programme that provides information about type 2 diabetes, mental wellbeing and supports participants to adopt healthy lifestyle choices. Sign up today at https://mytype1diabetes.nhs.uk

NHS 111 online is here to help you this winter https://111.nhs.uk ✓ Check your symptoms ✓ Get Medical advice ✓ Repeat prescription information ✓Available anywhere, anytime #NHSSouthYorkshire#HelpUsHelpYou#GetTheRightCare

For most, #Norovirus is an unpleasant, short-lived illness with a full recovery within 1-2 days without medical intervention. But it can linger longer and have more of an impact in the very young, elderly or those with weakened immunity. More info ➡ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2019/12/19/say-no-to-norovirus-5-ways-to-beat-the-bug/

Dr Liz O’Riordan@Liz_ORiordan Deodorants do NOT cause #breastcancer

Check if you’re eligible for a free flu and COVID-19 booster vaccine this winter https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/flu-influenza-vaccine/

Don’t forget that a COVID-19 autumn booster pop-up clinic is taking place tomorrow! If you can’t make this date or haven’t yet had any vaccines, visit http://nhs.uk/covidvaccine or call 119 to book an appointment. Info on autumn booster eligibility: https://bit.ly/3EtKZ4t

A pair of giant inflatable lungs are coming to Barnsley next week – one of the country’s lung cancer hotspots – to raise awareness of the disease. The Let’s Talk Lung Cancer Roadshow – a national tour of the world’s first walk-through lung exhibit – is coming to the Alhambra Shopping Centre on Thursday, November […]

GP practices in Barnsley have not received electronic letters and test results this week. The hospital updated its software during the weekend, and, unfortunately, there appears to be an issue with electronic letters and test results being sent to GP practices since then. They are working hard to resolve this problem. What does this mean […]

We just noticed this article in a GP magazine relating to this sad occurrence, brought to us by her husband. We thought it would be worthwhile sharing this article. My GP wife worked herself to death – something needs to change By Emma Bower on the 19 October 2022https://www.gponline.com/gp-wife-worked-herself-death-%E2%80%93-something-needs-change/article/1802504 Chris Milligan’s wife Dr Gail Milligan […]

The phones in Grimethorpe are now working again. Sorry for the inconvenience caused.

It’s time for our monthly staff training session again this afternoon. We will be closed from 12 pm on Wednesday 19 October for staff training and we will open again from 8 am on Thursday 20 October. During our closure, you will not be able to collect sick notes, prescriptions, hand in samples, etc. This […]

Our sincere apologies! Unfortunately, our phones in Grimethorpe are down at the moment. Our supplier is working on the problem now and we hope to have them running again soon. If you have an urgent problem – please contact NHS 111 If your problem is life-threatening – please call 999 You can also consult with […]

The flu season is here again. Flu jabs for our eligible patients will be available from early October till the end of March – subject to availability. You have missed our Walk-in Saturday Flu Clinics but can still get your flu jab if you attend any appointments. Let reception know when booking your appointment that […]

Registered at Grimethorpe Surgery (Dr Maters)? Eligible for a free NHS flu jab? Not had your flu jab yet? Why not grab it today, Saturday 15 October at Grimethorpe Surgery, Grimethorpe? We have a walk-in flu clinic from 9 am till 5 pm today for our eligible patients. We are closed from 1-1.30 pm for […]

Saturday the 8th of October in Cudworth was a great time for our flu clinic. Nearly 500 people came to grab their flu jab. Our next flu clinic is in Grimethorpe and is on Saturday the 15th of October. The clinic is open from 9 am until 5 pm, but we close from 1 – […]

Sorry, we do not provide Covid vaccinations at the surgery. If you have received a message that you are due your Covid booster, you will need to book it via the online system (gov.uk – covid vaccinations), or by phoning 119. We do not provide Covid boosters (other than to our care home patients), nor […]

Today is our first flu clinic in Cudworth. We close at 5 pm. If you are registered with our practice, feel free to drop by for your flu jab today if you are eligible for a free NHS flu jab. We close at 5 pm today. Our next clinic is next week, on the 15th […]

Great News – information below from the South West Yorkshire Partnership website. Mental health problems in children and adolescents? You can now self-refer. Read the article below, or go to their website: https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk/2022/08/19/branching-minds-barnsley-joining-up-mental-health-and-wellbeing-support-for-local-children-and-young-people/ A new collaboration between local mental health support teams (MHST) and our child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) has launched in Barnsley. Branching Minds Barnsley […]

We are keen to receive our patient feedback on how we are performing and would be grateful for your help in this.

The GP may not be the right person to deal with your problem. Some issues are better and faster dealt with by a First Contact Physio. Why not ask the receptionist if your problem is suitable, and she can book you an appointment with one?

The surgery will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday 19th September. For same-day needs: OOHUrgent needs: NHS 111Life-threatening needs: 999 Non-urgent: we’re back at 8 am on Tuesday 20 Septemberor you can use AccuRx Triage: https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018

The flu season is on its way again. Flu jabs for our eligible patients will be available from early October till the end of March – subject to availability. Clinics: Cudworth: Sat 8 Oct 9-5 Grimethorpe: Sat 15 Oct 9-5 Closed 1-1.30 pm for lunch both days.

Did you know there are other services to help with medical problems? It isn’t necessarily the GP who is the best person for your problem, or who can address your problem the soonest. Why not ask our receptionist if a referral to the pharmacist might be a better option for you? They often can see […]

The practice adheres to the zero-tolerance policy shared by many public services, including the NHS. Our staff work hard to do the best they can for our patients. Treat them as you would like to be treated, with respect. They do not deserve abuse. Thank you.

You can also consult with us online via AccuRx Triage: https://florey.accurx.com/p/C85018 Please bear in mind that it may take 3 working days to deal with your query! DO NOT USE FOR URGENT MATTERS! This is not a way to book appointments or order repeat prescriptions.