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Getting the flu vaccine 2025 

There has never been a more important time to make sure you, and those you care for, are protected against serious illnesses such as the flu.We are asking everyone who is at risk of being affected by the flu to get vaccinated this winter. By having the flu vaccination, you will help protect yourself and others from what can be a severe, and sometimes fatal illness.

From 1 September 2025:

  • Pregnant women

  • Children:

    • Aged 2 or 3 years on 31 August 2025 (nasal spray: Fluenz)

    • All primary school children (Reception – Year 6)

    • All secondary school children (Year 7 – Year 11)

    • Children aged 6 months to under 18 years with certain long-term health conditions

From 1 October 2025:

  • Everyone aged 65 years and over

  • Adults aged 18–64 with certain long-term health conditions

  • Residents of long-stay care homes

  • Carers and close household contacts of people with weakened immune systems

  • Frontline social care workers (without occupational health cover)

Booking your flu vaccineInvitations are being sent out. You can use the link in your invite to book.If you can’t access the link, please contact the surgery and we will help book your appointment.

Questions about the vaccine?Our practice nurses can advise. You can also find more information here:www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine

Our Clinics and Services

 

Fear of Flying

  • We do not provide Fit to Fly letters.

  • We do not prescribe Diazepam or other sedatives for flight anxiety.

  • These medicines are not recommended (BNF) and can be unsafe in emergencies.

  • For help with fear of flying, visit:

    • Fly and Calm

    • Fearless Flyer

    • Flying with Confidence

Childhood Vaccinations

  • Held on Wednesday afternoons and Thursday mornings with our nurses.

  • If you have concerns, speak to a nurse, health visitor or GP.

  • We are committed to full vaccination to protect all children.

Smoking Cessation

Family Planning

  • Contraceptive advice is available from all doctors and nurses.

  • Nurse Denise Taylor also fits coils and implants.

Joint Injections

  • Provided by Dr Sinha, Dr Kuna and Dr MacBeth following a GP assessment.

Cervical Smears

  • Appointments available with practice nurses or your preferred doctor.

General Health Clinics

  • Run by nurses and HCAs for:

    • Blood pressure checks

    • Blood tests

    • Weight management

    • General health advice

Six‑Week Baby Checks

  • Carried out by Dr Sinha, Dr MacBeth and Dr Kuna.

Blood Tests (Phlebotomy)

  • Available Mon–Fri mornings until 11:20 am.

  • If urgent, we may ask you to use a community clinic.

NHS Health Checks

  • Free 30‑minute checks for ages 40–74 (without chronic disease).

  • Includes blood pressure, cholesterol, weight and lifestyle review.

Midwife Services

  • Self‑refer online or using forms at reception.

  • The midwife will contact you directly for a booking appointment.

Health Visitors

  • For advice, call 01925 843868.

Cancer Rehabilitation

  • Support for patients and families at any stage of the cancer journey.

  • Self‑refer: Call 0300 003 0818 or email lifestyles@livewirewarrington.org.

Bereavement Support

  • Contact Tracey (Office Manager) for information and support.

  • No referral needed.

 

 

Young Adults

young people

Services for Young People (Aged 16–24)

 

Confidentiality

We offer a confidential service to everyone, including under‑16s.We will not share information without your permission unless you or someone else is at risk of serious harm.If this ever happened, we would talk to you first.

Booking Your Own Appointment

You don’t need a parent or guardian to book.How to book:

  1. Call the surgery (best time: from 8.30am).

  2. Give your name and number.

  3. Tell the receptionist briefly what’s wrong (if you want to).

  4. The doctor/nurse will call you back. If you need to be seen, they’ll book you in.

You can ask to speak to a specific doctor or nurse.

Prescriptions

If you take regular medication, you can request it:

  • By visiting the surgery and filling in a form

  • Online (register first for online services)

  • By post

  • By email: culcheth.mc@nhs.net

We cannot take prescription requests over the phone.

Online Services

Visit www.culchethmedicalcentre.nhs.uk to:

  • Book and cancel appointments

  • Order repeat prescriptions

  • Download our app

Parental Consent

If you want your parent/guardian to speak to us on your behalf, you must complete a consent form.Ask at reception.

Need Advice?

If you want to talk about anything that’s worrying you, call 01925 765101 and ask for Shelley.

Helpful Resources

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Drugs & Alcohol

Eating Disorders

Bereavement

Apps

  • Calm Harm (self-harm support)

  • Smiling Mind (mindfulness)

  • MindShift (anxiety and sleep)

  • Headspace (meditation)

 

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