Springfield Medical Centre

17/07/2025

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29/06/2025

The way repeat prescriptions are ordered is changing.

For most patients, this means that instead of their local pharmacy ordering their prescriptions for them, they will need to request medication directly from their GP practice.

The NHS App is the safest and easiest way for patients to request their repeat prescription – giving them more control over their healthcare and taking away the hassle of unnecessary trips to the GP practice.
The app is easy to use, with a ‘Help’ section within the app to guide patients if they hit a problem, and allows patients to choose where their prescription is sent. Patients can also order their prescription at any time that suits them. There’s no need to wait to join a telephone queue or wait until the GP surgery opens.
GP practices will set their own date for when these changes happen. They will let patients know in advance, so look out for a text, email or letter with further details. This means you will have plenty of time to set up online prescription ordering or to talk through any concerns you may have with your
practice.
Patients who are unable to order their own medication by any of the recommended routes, are vulnerable and/or housebound, will be supported by their
GP and local pharmacy.

What do I do now?

• Download the NHS App. You can do this via the Apple Store or Google Play. You can set up an NHS account and log in via the NHS App
webpage if you would prefer to use a PC.
• Set up online prescription ordering.
• Make sure your GP practice is aware, if you, or someone you care about, may struggle to order their own prescriptions.
If you already order your repeat prescriptions online, via the NHS App or another online platform used by your GP practice, these changes will not affect
you.
You can find out more on the NHS App webpage.

The NHS App is a safe, secure and easy way for patients to request their repeat prescription – giving them more control over their healthcare and taking away...

05/06/2025

https://news.salford.gov.uk/news/the-number-of-people-catching-measles-is-rising-in-salford/

People in Salford are being encouraged to check that they, their children and teenagers have had two doses of MMR vaccine.

06/05/2025

12/04/2025

Looking for ways to get more active ? Parkrun do weekly 5km runs on Saturdays and are completely free (please register). A brilliant way to make exercise part of your weekend!

Nothing - it's free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don't forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won't get a time.

28/03/2025

Now that spring is here IT'S TIME TO GET ACTIVE!!!!!

Running is a brilliant way to lose weight, feel better in yourself, boost your mood, strengthen your bones and lower your blood pressure and cholesterol.
You don't need a gym membership or any equipment, just a pair of trainers.

The NHS couch to 5km app is completely free and you can get coached by famous voices including Jo Whiley, Denise Lewis and Sarah Millican.

It will get you being able to run 5km in just 9 weeks!

NHS Couch to 5K will help you get off the couch and gradually work you up to running 5km in just 9 weeks.

25/03/2025

COMPETITION TIME!
We invite all our young patients to colour one of our spring pictures and give into reception to win an easter egg!

12/03/2025

The enhanced access clinics have capacity to see you at evenings and weekends for GP appointments, blood tests, reviews and lots of other things.

10/03/2025

Wednesday is NO SMOKE DAY

Stopping smoking is one of the single biggest things that you can do to improve your health, feel better and save money.

For free support please go to:

https://www.salford.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/health-services/quit-smoking/stop-smoking-service/

19/02/2025

Last week was National HIV testing week.
You can order a free, at home test by going to the following link:

Be part of the generation that stops HIV. Your body, your sexual health, your wellbeing – looking after them starts with you.