Appleby Medical Practice

04/08/2025

24/07/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team! 🌟

We are looking for a GP Assistant - Admin and GP to join our team!

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24/07/2025

Get ready to Activate this summer! ☀️

Joe Wicks is launching a brand-new workout series, ‘Activate’, full of high-energy, fun, 5-minute workout ‘Challenges’ to keep kids active.

The Challenges bring together new characters and bright animation from , with well-known upbeat tracks from exclusive music partner .

Activate is backed by , , as part of a new partnership to reach families and schools across the country.

Head to The Body Coach channel on YouTube for the first episode.

Welcome to the Body Coach TV where I post weekly home workouts to help you get, stronger, healthier and happier.

22/07/2025

Morning. We currently have issues with our phones that we are attempting to rectify.
For non urgent queries, you can submit an electronic consultation via our website.
Thanks for your patience.

21/07/2025

🩺 Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Event 🚐
📍 Sainsbury’s Car Park, Penrith
🗓️ Friday 25th July
🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

The screening team will be at Sainsbury’s car park in Penrith with the MELISSA bus offering information and support around the AAA Screening Programme — a vital check that can help detect abdominal aortic aneurysms early and save lives.

✅ Learn more about AAA and whether you're eligible for screening
✅ Speak with friendly staff
✅ No appointment needed – just drop in!

15/07/2025

Practices have recently seen a rise in requests for Fit Notes (MED3) to support school absences. However, Fit Notes are intended for employed individuals and not for school-aged children. Parents or guardians are responsible for excusing their child from school, and their note should suffice.

Children with long-term conditions under specialist care may be assessed by the specialist if needed. For missed exams due to illness, medical certificates are not required—schools can provide supporting statements, and exam boards accept this.

Requests for letters as school absence evidence are considered private, non-NHS services and may incur a fee.

15/07/2025

🌟 Open Weekend at Appleby & Penrith Leisure Centres! 🌟
🗓️ 19th & 20th July
🎉 Try Something New – For Free!
Looking for a fun, active way to spend the weekend? Head to Appleby or Penrith Leisure Centre for their Open Weekend, where you can try out a range of exciting activities at no cost!
💧 Swimming sessions
🏋️♂️ Fitness classes
🚴♀️ Group cycling
🤽 Water polo
🎾 Racquet sports
👨👩👧👦 Family fun and inflatables
🤝 Meet the athlete (time TBC)
🩺 Free health checks
…and so much more!
Bring your friends, family, or just come along and try something new. Everyone is welcome – no membership needed!
📲 Book now via the Better UK app
🌞

11/07/2025

🧴🌞 UV Safety Month | 1–31 July 🌞🧴

With how warm it is at the moment, let's shine a spotlight on protecting our skin and eyes from harmful UV rays—whether you're out enjoying the UK sunshine or on holiday abroad.

Why it matters:
Sunburn increases your risk of skin cancer—and this isn't just on holiday. You can burn even on cloudy days in the UK

Top NHS sun safety recommendations:
✅ Stay in the shade when the sun is strongest—11 am to 3 pm (March–October in the UK)
✅ Cover up with clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses
✅ Use sunscreen SPF 30+ with at least 4-star UVA protection
✅ Apply 6–8 teaspoons of sunscreen for full-body coverage, 30 minutes before going outside, and reapply every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating

Extra tips:
👶 Babies under 6 months: keep them out of direct sun
🧒 Children: dress, shade, and SPF 30+ sunscreen—remember to apply to face, ears, hands & feet

👓 Sunglasses: look for CE mark and BS 12312 1:2013 standard

Take action this month:
• Share your sun-smart summer photos—show us how you're staying safe!
• Tag friends and family as a reminder to shade, cover, and protect
• Save or share this post to spread awareness
• Visit the NHS for more guidance

Let’s enjoy the sunny season safely—shade, suns screen, and smart choices. Your future skin will thank you!

Find out how to protect your skin and eyes from UV sun damage, plus advice on using sunbeds and checking moles.