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Equality, Inclusion, Anti-Racism and Zero Tolerance Statement NCPC are committed to being an actively inclusive anti-racist organisation and to creating a culture where equity, dignity and respect are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every person – patients, families, carers, colleagues, partners, and visitors,  has the right to feel safe, valued,…

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Our mission is to create acceptance and understanding of neurodiversity and nurture the emotional wellbeing of every child and young person. We are committed to ensuring the development of safe and inclusive environments where individual strengths are recognised, voices are heard, and support is compassionate and personalised. Through strong collaborative partnerships and evidence-informed approaches, we…

It really saddens us to have to write posts like this, as we know it’s probably not our lovely followers who are responsible — but we do need to raise awareness. In recent weeks, some GP practices have reported incidents where members of staff — particularly reception teams — have experienced abuse and threatening behaviour…

You may have seen recent news coverage about changes to some GP surgeries across North and West Cumbria and their decision to step back from providing certain services. This is … [continue] Important Update: Continued Access to Services at Your GP Practice

Please see leaflets below for using weight loss injections with HRT, Contraception. If you need to discuss this further with a clinical member of staff please contact the surgery.

You might hear in the news that weight loss injections can be prescribed by your GP from June 2025. Whilst this is true, you must meet a strict criteria for your GP to be able to prescribe them to you. To avoid wasting GP appointments and disappointment please make sure that you meet the strict…

Due to the severe weather conditions and local school closures impacting our staffing levels, our services may be disrupted today. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and … [continue] Friday 24th January – Weather Issues

SURGERY OPENING TIMES – CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR PERIOD During the Christmas period the Practice will be closed for two days on Wednesday, 25 December and Thursday, 26 December. We reopen as normal on Friday 27 December. During the New Year period the Practice will be closed for one day on Wednesday 1 January and…

The Practice will be closed for the afternoon from 1 pm on Wednesday, 13 November for staff training. During this time, for urgent health care please dial 111 and for Emergencies dial 999.

Results of our Friends and Family Survey shows 89% of patients surveyed (period 01.01.24 – 30.09.24) would recommend Lowther Medical Centre.

Please continue to be kind, patient and courteous to all our staff. Our staff should be able to come to work and serve our community without fear or violence, abuse or harassment from our patients or their relatives.

If you are asked to bring in a sample, please avoid bringing in after 1.00 pm on a Friday or after 1.00 pm on the day before a Bank Holiday. This is due to the collection times by the hospital porters. Your help with this is much appreciated, thank you.

From 31st January, patients can pop down to their local pharmacy for help with seven minor conditions which would previously have required a GP appointment. Almost all pharmacies will offer the new service, giving advice and, if needed, NHS medicines, to treat seven common health conditions – and all without needing to get a GP…

We are currently making a limited number of the First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) appointments available for Lowther Medical patients to book online. Appointment booking is still available by contacting the surgery and speaking to one of our Reception team. The role of an FCP in Primary Care is to assess patients with soft tissue, muscle…

If you require stitch or clip removal after a procedure at the hospital and know when the stitches/clips need to be removed, please try to book ahead, rather than contact us the day before. This helps us to book you into a routine appointment instead of using our Emergency Nursing slots. Thank you