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Missingness Project

Tame Valley Primary Care Network is working on a new initiative called the Missingness Project to help ensure that patients living with long-term health conditions receive the care and support they need.

Have you had a review with your GP in the last 12 months?

If you live with a long-term health condition, such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure or heart disease, regular reviews are an important part of managing your health and wellbeing.

We want to encourage patients who have not attended a review in the past 12 months to contact their GP practice and check whether they are due an appointment.

Regular reviews provide an opportunity to discuss your condition, review your medication, address any concerns and make sure you are receiving the right care and support.

Our aim is simple: to help everyone access the care they need to manage their health with confidence.

If you have a long-term health condition and are unsure whether you are due a review, please contact your GP practice, who will be happy to advise you.

You can also see our upcoming events across the PCN to help support you.

Published on 23rd Oct 2026

New heart health project in Tame Valley

We’re pleased to share that we are hosting the new heart health project that’s started in GP surgeries across the Tame Valley area, supported by NW Hearts Charity.

This project is for people already living with heart disease, especially those who may have missed regular check-ups or cholesterol blood tests in the past year.

Why this matters:
Regular cholesterol checks help reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes and we don’t want anyone to miss out on important care.

What’s happening:
GP teams will be identifying patients who may be overdue a cholesterol check and will be contacting them directly to offer:

Appointments will be flexible, with extra support available, including:

If you’re contacted, please don’t worry, it’s simply an invitation to support your heart health 💙

Thank you to NW Hearts Charity for supporting this important work in our community.

Published on 19th Mar 2026

Meningitis Outbreak - What you need to know!

You may be worried about the Meningitis outbreak, don't worry. That’s why we’ve put together this easy-to-read information poster with everything you need to know to stay informed and safe

For more reliable, up-to-date information visit www.ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/18/meningitis-b-outbreak-what-you-need-to-know/

Published on 19th Mar 2026