The Orchard Practice

18/09/2025

🚲 Calling all pedal power patients!

Got a bike that's seen better days? 🚲🔧

As part of Sustainable September, and in the run-up to Car Free Day on the 22nd, we're hosting a series of free Dr Bike sessions throughout the month.

Experienced mechanics will give your bike a full "M" check and can fix a range of issues on the spot, from adjusting brakes to lubricating gears.

Check out the dates and locations below and get your bike ready for a car-free commute!

Thursday, 18 September - Front of the Bentall Centre, 11am – 3pm

Saturday, 20 September - Outside Guildhall (as part of the Bitesize Efficient Homes Show)

Monday, 22 September - Beeline Way, New Malden Station, 3.30pm to 6.30pm

Wednesday, 24 September - Surbiton Station, 3.30pm to 6.30pm

Monday, 29 September - Chessington North Parade, 3.30pm to 6.30pm

Visit the events section of our webpage to find out what else is taking place throughout the month, including Kingston Cycling Campaign's Family Friendly Bike Ride on Sunday 21 September.

www.kingston.gov.uk/september 💚

12/09/2025

Do any of these belong to you? If so, please pop down to collect from our lovely Reception team.

11/09/2025

🔊 Please see the announcement below 🔊

03/09/2025

🚽🥛😴⚖️ Could you spot the signs for type 1 diabetes?

It could be a symptom of type 1 diabetes if you or your child are:
🚽 weeing more than usual,
🥛 constantly thirsty,
😴 more tired than usual, or
⚖️ losing weight for no reason

If left undiagnosed, type 1 diabetes can be fatal.

For more information, please visit:
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/type-1-diabetes/symptoms

25/08/2025

📱 Digital results for cervical screening are launching on the NHS app this September.

If you’re not already signed up to the NHS app, please do pop in to see so we can get you started.

24/08/2025

🚫Remember, we will be closed tomorrow.🚫

👨‍⚕️💊 If you need medical help, please contact 111 📞 or attend a walk-in clinic 🏥

‼️ For urgent medical help, please call 999 📞 or attend A&E 🏥

We look forward to resuming our usual friendly service from 08:00 on Tuesday 26th August.

18/08/2025

🤰Calling all new mums-to-be, please note you can self-refer to local maternity services by completing an online form via the NHS website. There is no need to see a GP.

Pregnancy care (also called antenatal care) is the care you have while you're pregnant to help keep you and your baby as healthy as possible.You do not usually need to see a GP. If you're registered with a GP, they'll be told about your pregnancy after your first midwife appointment. Information: If...

15/08/2025

Want to get trusted health information straight to your phone? 📱

Check out the NHS WhatsApp channel to up-to-date on:
💚 Key announcements,
💚 Public health campaigns,
💚 Health alerts and seasonal advice,
💚 Myth-busting, and
💚 Fact-checking.

14/08/2025

From September 30th, we politely ask our patients to order any repeat medication via the 📱 NHS app or drop off a 📝written request at the practice.

📢 Please be aware that from September 30th, we will not accept prescription requests over email. ❌📧💊

🗣️ If you would like help accessing the NHS app or requesting repeat prescriptions via the app, pop in to see us and we’ll be happy to help.

13/08/2025

Do you suddenly have 100s of piles of laundry 🧺 to do? Have you been eaten 🥯🍗🍛🍪 out of house and home?

👩‍⚕️ Diagnosis 👨‍⚕️ Your child is back from uni 🧑‍🎓 for the summer!

Remember to register them as a temporary patient back at our practice in case they medical help over the holidays.

Visit our website for more information.

12/08/2025

A yellow and amber heat alert has been issued across parts of England today. Remember that vulnerable people are more at risk from higher temperatures.

Keep hydrated, remember your sunscreen, and visit the NHS website for helpful advice.

☀️ https://nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

12/08/2025

What do you imagine when you think of a GP receptionist?

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Receptionists are not ‘just admin’ — they are patient advocates, navigating complex systems to get people the care they need. They are the gateway to the cli...