This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 54, October 2026

This episode's main feature is Lesley Lomas's retirement after 46 years of service with the NHS, including 12 years with Mount Road Practice. Thank you, Lesley. ❤️

The newsletter episode also includes:

• Information on Free virtual sessions for parents being offered by the Families Health and Wellbeing Service.
• Information on the new Newcastle North PCN Instagram account.
• A celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the opening of Kidsgrove Medical Centre.
• Details on the free World Restart a Heart Day event at Northwood Stadium, where you can learn to save a life.
• Mount Road Practice Friends and Family Test results for September.
  

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

The link to the free virtual sessions for parents being offered by the Families Health and Wellbeing Service - https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/services/health-visiting-and-school-nursing/staffordshire-clinics#accordion-11999

Ticket booking (Free) for World Heart Restart Day at Northwood Stadium - https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=V2N9w4vIa0K2gN-BZqhu1-Muw5VvyntBmeceWSKtyJRUQU1DSjhDSFBMT09LVlEwRzZaSFRBR1E1Qy4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl

Newcastle North PC Instagram account name: @newcastlenorthpcnltd

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk.

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here: http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 53, September 2026

The main feature of this episode is information about 24-hour accessible community defibrillators in the Kidsgrove area.

The newsletter episode also includes:

• An update from Butt Lane Pharmacy with their new telephone number and details of their Prescription text messaging service..
• Information on the upcoming Autumn COVID and Flu clinics.
• Information about a Down Syndrome Forum to be held at the Brampton Museum on the 24th September.
• A reminder about the weekly Dementia Social Group that is held at Whitehill Methodist Community Church every Thursday, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

The link to the Defib Finder website - https://www.defibfinder.uk/

The email address for the Down Syndrome Forum - consultancy@supportstaffordshire.org.uk

Link to rgister for the Down Syndrome event - https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ejNmN-8Fb0KOCJdDQBKHGsWAquPO9VxFlgy-t1OalvJUQ05JQlZSN0FPRUM0VUpaUjJTOVIzOFZBSy4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl

The Dougie Mac Dementia Services website - www.dougiemac.org.uk/dementia-support/

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk.

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here: http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 52, August 2026

The main feature of this episode is information about the new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Hanley.

The newsletter episode also includes:

• A reminder about the August Bank Holiday, and where to find out about pharmacies and services available when the surgery is closed.
• Information about the surgeries operating on the Mount Road site.
• A reminder to observe the 30 MPH speed limit on Mount Road.
• Information on support and information resources available to patients.
• Confirmation that GP appointment durations have been increased from 10 to 15 minutes.
  

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

The link to 111 online - https://111.nhs.uk

A link to the NHS App information pages - https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/about/

Mount Road Practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk

Support and information: -

• Self-care page on the Mount Road Practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/services/nhs-services/self-care/
• Support, Resources and Information page on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/support
• On the NHS website at https://www.nhs.uk

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk.

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 51, July 2026

The main feature of this episode is information about the additional support available to new families. i.e., first-time parents.

The newsletter episode also includes:

• An update on the BEAT event, which was held on Friday, 12th June.
• Details of a new initiative around staying active to help people reduce their risk of falls.
• A summary of the recent CQC inspection of the practice.
• A call for new members to join the PPG, especially those representing minority groups and younger patients.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

MPFT website with details on 0-19 Integrated Health Visiting and School Nursing Service - https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/services/children-and-young-people

Staying Active website (Steady on your feet) - https://staffsstoke.steadyonyourfeet.org

CQC Inspection Report - https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-547416572/reports/AP24672/overall

PPG Information page - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/ppg-overview

Link to the PPG Podcast page to listen to podcasts online - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk.

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 50, June 2026

The main feature of this episode is the BEAT event on Friday, 12 June.

The newsletter episode also includes:

• Details of the two new podcast series recorded by Carrie Eckersley, the PCN Dietitian.
• A reminder for patients to ensure their email address registered with the surgery is up to date.
• information about the Whitehill Methodist Community Church Flower Festival, with a display by the weekly Dementia Activity Group.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Link to the online consultation tool - https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/m83084

Link to the PPG Podcast page to listen to podcasts online - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk.

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 49, May 2026

The main feature of this episode is the Third Anniversary of the Dementia Activity Group.

The newsletter also includes:

• A reminder of the late May Bank Holiday, and how to get support when the surgery is closed.
• Information about the B.E.A.T. event being held in Kidsgrove Town Hall in June.
• A link to the Help and Support links on the PPG website
• A request for patients to give their feedback in the Total Triage Survey.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Dougie Mac website - https://dougiemac.org.uk/dementia-services/

Link to the Help and Support page on the PPG website - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/support

Total Triage Survey link - https://forms.gle/BxAvNnKUYq7ifot26

Access to the online NHS 111 service,

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk.

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

Understanding Your Gut is a patient-education podcast series for people experiencing common digestive symptoms, including:

• bloating
• abdominal discomfort
• constipation
• diarrhoea
• food-related gut symptoms
• IBS and functional bowel symptoms

The series is designed to explain gut symptoms in a simple, reassuring and evidence-based way.

Each episode is approximately 10 minutes long and focuses on helping patients understand:

• How the gut works
• why symptoms happen
• How food, stress, routine and gut sensitivity interact
• When symptoms are common and manageable
• and when medical review is important

Topics Covered in this episode: -

👉 Brain ↔ gut communication

👉 Stress = sensitivity + movement changes

👉 Symptoms are real, not “in your head”

Understanding Your Gut is a patient-education podcast series for people experiencing common digestive symptoms, including:

• bloating
• abdominal discomfort
• constipation
• diarrhoea
• food-related gut symptoms
• IBS and functional bowel symptoms

The series is designed to explain gut symptoms in a simple, reassuring and evidence-based way.

Each episode is approximately 10 minutes long and focuses on helping patients understand:

• How the gut works
• why symptoms happen
• How food, stress, routine and gut sensitivity interact
• When symptoms are common and manageable
• and when medical review is important

Topics Covered in this episode: -

👉• Regular meals

👉 Not arriving at evening starving 😉

👉 Portion size + spacing

👉 Fluids

👉 Fibre (gentle, not extreme)