Stoptober is here: stopping smoking starts today The aim is simple: stay smoke-free for 28 days. Why 28 days? Because if you stop smoking for the 28 days of Stoptober, you’re five times more likely to quit for good. Getting the right support can make quitting easier too. Free expert support from a local Stop Smoking … Continued
Right to Choose for ADHD and Autism Assessments This update is about Right to Choose for ADHD and autism assessments in North East and North Cumbria. It explains how the process works, recent changes, and what you need to know before a referral is made. What is Right to Choose? Right to Choose is an NHS system. … Continued
Stoptober 2026: Let’s quit smoking together Stoptober is coming this October, and it could be the month you decide to stop smoking. Every year, thousands of people take part in Stoptober. Millions of people have already used the campaign to help them quit smoking. This year, the message is simple: Let’s quit smoking together. You … Continued
Vacancy at JHP: Salaried GP We are pleased to advertise a new vacancy at Jesmond Health Partnership. We are looking for a GP to join our clinical team and provide first-class primary care to our patients. GP Vacancy Role Salaried GP Locations 17 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 2AH200 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle … Continued
Patient Feedback: More than 92% of Patients Recommend JHP in August 308 JHP patients took the NHS Friends and Family Test in August. Overwhelmingly, patients tell us they really value how quick and easy it is to get help through our online service. You also regularly mention how friendly, professional and reassuring our GPs and … Continued
Organ Donation Week: one decision could be life-saving Organ Donation Week runs from 21 to 27 September 2026. More than 8,000 people in the UK are waiting for a transplant. For many of them, a transplant could be life-saving. For others, it could mean a chance to live a healthier, fuller life. Most of us would … Continued
Is your health making it hard for you to work? Sometimes health problems like stress, back pain or long-term conditions make it hard to stay in work or return to work. If you’re finding it a struggle, a free NHS service called WorkWell can help you. How does it work? You can refer yourself to … Continued
World Suicide Prevention Day 2026: Start the Conversation Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. This year marks the final year of the three-year “Changing the Narrative on Suicide” campaign. The campaign is led by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). It aims to change how we talk about suicide and make it easier for people to … Continued
Flu vaccines: one small jab to protect against flu Flu is more than a bad cold. It can leave you ill for days and can sometimes lead to serious illness, hospital treatment or even death. Flu can hit harder if you already have a health problem. That’s why the NHS offers free flu vaccines to … Continued
It’s Vaccine Season: protect yourself and others Vaccines help protect us from serious illness. They also help protect people who are more at risk. If you are offered a vaccine, please take up the offer. This autumn, you may be offered a vaccine because of your age, your health, pregnancy or where you live. Some … Continued
