This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 46, February 2026.

The main feature of this episode is about helping you with weight loss by utilising the Podcast Series “Beyond the Scales”.

The newsletter also includes:

- An update on the two Christmas parties that were held, one for patients of the practice and one for the Dementia Social Activity Group at Whitehill Methodist Community Church, with thanks to the individuals and organisations who supported them.

- A call for new PPG members to join us.

- Information on the VAST Door2Door service and how to book transport if you don’t have your own vehicle or easy access to public transport.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Use any of the major podcast service providers to search for Mount Road Practice PPG or Newcastle North PCN, then select “Series 2 - Beyond the Scales”.

To listen on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

To get all the information on the Christmas parties and view the full picture gallery - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/blog

To view the picture gallery from the Christmas parties - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/2025-xmas-parties

To find out more about the PPG - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

VASt Door2Door service -

Telephone 01782 621936 (Monday to Thursday, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm)

Email - info@door2doortransport.org.uk

Website - door2doortransport.org.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 - Click to download your copy.

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

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

In this special edition podcast, we are joined by Adam Brunt (Community Engagement Officer) and Danielle Coleman (Station Manager at Sanyford Community Fire Station), who share practical tips and advice on home fire safety and discuss winter vehicle safety.

You can complete an online home fire safety check by visiting https://www.safelincs.co.uk/hfsc/, but if you don’t have online access, don’t worry, you can call 0800 0241 999.

Here are the links to the website pages and support materials mentioned in the podcast:

Safety at Home - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/your-safety/safety-at-home/

Road Safety - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/your-safety/road-safety/

National Highways Safe T.R.I.P. information - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/road-safety/trip/

On-call Firefighter Recruitment - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/careers/on-call-firefighters/

Fire Safety in the Home Information Leaflet - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/fire-safety-in-the-home

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.

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 45, December 2025.

The main feature of this episode is a change to the appointment booking process, with the implementation of the Total Triage system from the 3rd December.

The newsletter also has:

- The surgery opening hours during the Christmas and New Year period.

- Information on where to get help during the holiday season.

- A reminder to ensure you have enough medication for Christmas and New Year, and to submit your repeat prescription request well in advance.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

To access the online booking system via the Mount Road Practice website, use the link: https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/m83084.

To access the updated Appointments Page on the Mount Road Practice website and access videos and FAQs https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/services/appointments/

To Learn about the NHS 111 sevice - https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

To find a Pharmacy near you - https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

To find out more about the Haywood Urgent Treatment Centre - https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/services/walk-centre-haywood-community-hospital

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 - Click to download your copy.

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

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 44, November 2025.

The main item in this episode is about this year’s Christmas Parties.

The newsletter also contains items on: -

• Details about a carer advice day on Thursday, 27th November at Burslem Cricket Club.
• Details about common conditions that can be dealt with at your pharmacy without the need for a GP appointment.
• * A request to patients to inform the surgery if they no longer need or cannot attend their appointment.
• A reminder to check that your contact details held by the Surgery are up to date.

We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

This is the Audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 43, October 2025.

The main item in this episode is regarding the Drive to online Access

The newsletter also contains items on: -

• How to request an appointment with a specific GP.
• How to enable notifications in the NHS App
• How you can request help in setting up and using the NHS App.
• Details on the upcoming PPG & NN-PCN Podcasts.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Video demonstrating how to enable notifications on the NHS App - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pDpfrbBYP7I

Link to the Online Consultation Tool on the practice website - https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/m83084

We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts, you can email us at ⁠admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk⁠

This is the Audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 42, September 2025.

The newsletter contains items on: -

• Changes to the Childhood Immunisation Schedule.
• Details on the Autumn COVID & Flu vaccination Clinics.
• Notification that you can now view cervical smear test results in the NHS APP.
• Confirmation that you can view messages about your care in the NHS App.
• Notification that the Lions Prostate Cancer screening event data has changed.
• A call out for new members to join the PPG.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

NHS information on vaccinations, and when to have them - https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/

Link to the PPG Web page with details on what changes have been made to the childhood immunisation schedule- http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/immunisation-changes

More information about the NHS App - www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts, you can email us at ⁠admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk⁠

This is the Audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 41, August 2025.

The newsletter contains items on: -

• An update on Community Defibrillator availability.
• Information on the “Beyond the Scales” Podcast series by Carrie Eckersly
• A welcome and introduction to our new Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Jen Coxon.
• Details of the Winter Ready Event, which is scheduled for Thursday, 11th September at Chesterton.
• Advance information on the Autumn COVID/Flu clinics.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Beyond the Scales Podcast Series - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at admin@kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk

Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

This episode is for you if you’ve ever started losing weight and felt motivated — only to hit a point where nothing seems to work anymore, and the scales won’t budge — you’re not alone.

That’s called a plateau — and it’s completely normal.

I’ll talk about the following topics: -

• What is a weight loss plateau?
• What is your metabolism?
• The body’s thermostat — your set point
• Whether you can you change your set point
• What can help during a plateau?

Here are the links to the weight loss resources, as mentioned at the end of the episode: -

NN-PCN Weight Management page - https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/clinical-topics/weight-management/

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) Weight Management information and practical resources - https://staffsstokeics.org.uk/local-weight-management-services/