Peel House Medical Practice

22/12/2025

22/12/2025

💊⌛️ Run out of your regular prescription and can’t get to your GP? Don’t worry — help is at hand! 🙌

You can request an emergency supply of your usual medication through the NHS 111 online service. It’s quick, secure and available when you need it most. 🌐💙

👉 https://111.nhs.uk/emergency-prescription

This service is ideal if you’ve completely run out of a regular medicine and can’t wait for a routine prescription. Always double-check with your pharmacist if you’re unsure. 🩺✨

19/12/2025

🤧🦠 Cold or flu - knowing the difference might not seem urgent, but it can help you act right. A cold often develops slowly and stays mostly around your nose and throat, while the flu tends to hit fast, affects your whole body and leaves you feeling really unwell.

👉 Check what to expect and when to seek help:
https://patient.info/features/infections/difference-between-cold-and-flu
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/common-cold/

Rest well, keep hydrated and if things feel worse than “just a cold”, don’t hesitate to seek advice.

17/12/2025

💊✨ Did you know your local pharmacy can do far more than just hand out prescriptions? Under the Pharmacy First scheme, pharmacists can now help with a range of common conditions — often without needing a GP appointment! 🙌

💬 They can offer advice, treatments and even prescribe for minor illnesses. So next time you’re under the weather, head to your local pharmacy first.

Find out more here:
👉 https://patient.info/features/general-health/pharmacy-first-getting-the-most-from-your-pharmacist
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

Pharmacists are healthcare experts right on your doorstep. 🌟

16/12/2025

📣 The Living Well Bus is coming to Asda Accrington!

If you’re due your cervical screening, this is a quick and easy way to get it done while you’re out and about.

📍 Asda Accrington, Hyndburn Road (BB5 1PY)
📅 Tuesday 6 January 2026
⏰ 11am – 4pm

✔️ Drop in – no appointment needed
✔️ Quick and simple
✔️ All screenings carried out by trained female healthcare professionals

Cervical screening can detect changes early, often before any symptoms appear, and can help prevent cervical cancer. It could save your life.

👉 Find out more about the Living Well Bus and upcoming locations:
https://lancashireandsouthcumbria.icb.nhs.uk/cervical-screening-bus

15/12/2025

The festive season is a time for fun, family and celebrations - but it’s also easy for drinking habits to creep up. Being mindful can make all the difference to your health and safety.

🎄 Here’s how to keep things balanced:
👉 Tips for drinking sensibly this festive season: https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-to-drink-sensibly-over-the-festive-season
🚗 Check if alcohol or medication could affect your ability to drive safely: https://patient.info/doctor/primary-care/fitness-to-drive
💬 Need advice or support? The NHS has great resources: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/

Enjoy the celebrations — just do it safely and stay in control.

12/12/2025

As winter approaches, it’s more important than ever to take action to avoid slips and falls — especially for older adults. 👣❄️

Knowing the risks and making small changes can make a big difference. Check out these helpful guides:
👉 https://patient.info/signs-symptoms/dizziness/prevention-of-falls-in-the-elderly
👉 https://patient.info/features/general-health/step-to-take-this-winter-to-avoid-falls
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/falls/

From improving lighting and removing trip hazards to building strength & balance, it’s all about staying steady and safe. Let’s keep moving with confidence this season. 💪🧤

12/12/2025

📢 Service Update

We’re currently experiencing some technical issues, and our systems aren’t running as they should be. This means we’re limited in what we can do at the moment.

We’re working hard to get everything back up and running as soon as possible, however this is a nationwide issue. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we resolve this.

🙏 We really appreciate your support.

12/12/2025

Update 8:41 am. Our internet systems are back online, however this is intermittent and still causing some issues with access to phones and medical records. We apologise for any inconvenience.

10/12/2025

🧬💊 Keeping on top of your medicine cabinet and daily medications is more important than you might realise. From having the right medicines at home to organising your routine and checking expiry dates — it all matters.

Check these helpful guides:
👉 https://patient.info/treatment-medication/medicines-to-keep-at-home
👉 https://patient.info/features/treatment-medication/when-did-you-last-check-your-medicine-cabinet
👉 https://patient.info/features/treatment-medication/how-to-manage-your-medications-at-home

Staying organised means you’re ready, safer and more in control of your health. ✅

09/12/2025

Joining our practice has never been easier. 📲
Online registration is the best way to get started and gives you fast access to a range of digital NHS services.

With the NHS App, you can:
• Check your symptoms
• Order medication
• Book appointments
• Review your medical record
• Receive notifications and updates

Registering online helps ensure your information is complete and correct, speeding up the process for everyone.

👉 Get started here: https://www.peelhousemedicalpractice.nhs.uk/pages/New-Patient-Registration

08/12/2025

🧼✨ Good hand-washing is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself and others from illness.

Whether you’re prepping food, using the loo, blowing your nose or getting home from a trip out — clean hands matter! Check these useful guides:
👉 https://ow.ly/tbbz50XFysw
👉 https://ow.ly/81Fz50XFysv

Take 20 seconds (the time it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice) to lather, rub all surfaces, rinse & dry — and you’ll make a big difference. 💧👌