Yalding Surgery

23/10/2025

Due to staff shortages Dispensary will be open 9am-5pm Friday 24th October. Anyone wishing to collect their medication before the weekend needs to arrive before 5pm. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your continued support and understanding.

21/10/2025

🚨 Prescription Update – Please Read 🚨

We’re still experiencing system issues that are causing delays with prescriptions. We know this is frustrating, and we’re so sorry for the inconvenience. Our team is working incredibly hard to get your medications out as quickly—but most importantly, as safely—as possible.

⏳ We’re currently working to a 5 working day turnaround.

📅 If you send your request after 1pm the 5 working days start from the next day. Bank Holidays and Weekends are not working days so do not get included.

❌ Please don’t come in before the 5 days—your prescription won’t be ready.

⚠️ Some prescriptions are still being lost in the system. If this happens to yours, we’re doing everything we can to fix it quickly.

📌 Please remember: prescription requests are NOT automatic. You must request them each time—whether by:
- Ticking the boxes and handing in your repeat slip when you collect
- Using the NHS App
- Dropping your request into the repeat box outside our front door

💡 Need it faster? Ask us to send your prescription electronically to the NHS Spine. Any pharmacy of your choice can download it—just give them your name and NHS number. This can be helpful if you're travelling or need urgent medication.

🙏 We truly appreciate your patience and kindness to our staff during this time. Thank you for bearing with us 💙

Prescription Delays Due to System Issues

15/10/2025

Views About Vaccinations
Vaccines: Tell us what you think | Have Your Say In Kent and Medway
https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/tellusaboutvaccines/

NHS Kent and Medway would like to hear your views about vaccinations.

Vaccines are vital for protecting the population of Kent and Medway; vaccines are the best defence we have against several diseases.

Many people are eligible for vaccinations across Kent and Medway, including:

babies, children and teenagers
pregnant women
people aged 65 and over
people in ‘at risk’ groups.

We would like to know if the information provided to you about vaccines has allowed you to make an informed decision.

We would also like to hear from you if you are or your child(ren) are eligible for vaccines but have not yet been vaccinated.

Take part in our survey by Monday, 27 October and share your views about vaccinations.

Find more information about vaccines and check your eligibility at

Make sure you are up-to-date with your vaccinations.

07/10/2025

🚗🚶‍♂️COVID & Flu Clinic – This Wednesday 8th October 🚗🚶‍♂️

To everyone attending our clinic this Wednesday afternoon – thank you for helping keep our community safe and healthy!

To help us manage parking and keep our village roads clear, we kindly ask:
✅ Please attend at your designated appointment time (if you arrive too early you may be sent away)
✅ If you're able, consider walking to the clinic
✅ If driving, car share where possible or get dropped off

Your support makes a big difference in keeping things running smoothly for everyone.

📣 Still need to book? If you're eligible but haven’t booked yet, we still have appointments available at our third clinic on Saturday 11th October.

Please use the booking link you’ve been sent or call reception on 01622 814380 to secure your slot (Phone lines open 8am-6.30pm)

Thank you for helping us protect our community 💙

07/10/2025

🚨Dispensary System Update🚨

Due to a recent change in systems within the dispensary, we are currently experiencing unforeseen technical difficulties. As a result, some repeat prescription requests may have been lost during the data transfer process.

Please rest assured that our dispensary team is working diligently to resolve the issue and recover any missing information. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this transition period.

Thank you for bearing with us.

07/10/2025

*Reminder Notice of Closure* The Surgery will be closed today, Tuesday 7th October, from 1pm for staff training. For urgent matters, please call 111 or 999 as appropriate.

01/10/2025

🚶‍♀️🚗 COVID & Flu Clinic – This Saturday 4th October 🚗🚶‍♂️

To everyone attending our clinic this Saturday – thank you for helping keep our community safe and healthy!

To help us manage parking and keep our village roads clear, we kindly ask:

✅ Please attend at your designated appointment time
✅ If you're able, consider walking to the clinic
✅ If driving, car share where possible

Your support makes a big difference in keeping things running smoothly for everyone.

📣 Still need to book? If you're eligible but haven’t booked yet, we still have appointments available at our third clinic on Saturday 11th October clinic.

Please use the booking link you’ve been sent or call reception on 01622 814380 to secure your slot.

Thank you for helping us protect our community 💙

29/09/2025

📊 Understanding Patient Need Groups (PNGs)

You may notice a new test result in your NHS App referring to Patient Need Groups or risk stratification. This is simply a way we group patients based on their health needs—helping us provide more personalised and timely care.

There are 11 groups, ranging from those who are generally healthy to those with more complex needs. Your group may change over time, and no action is needed from you.

PNGs are automatically assigned using your health record and are used as a guide to support your care—not as a diagnosis.

💬 Want to learn more?
Visit our webpage: 👉

Patient Need Groups

25/09/2025

🍌Nasal Flu Clinic Fun!🍌

We were so impressed by all the brave little ones who came to our children’s nasal flu clinic last week—you were amazing! From big smiles to calm noses, you handled it like champions. Nurse Louise brought extra cheer dressed as a Minion, and the fun was contagious (in the best way!).

We’re doing it all again on Saturday 4th October, and we still have spaces available! Nurse Louise will be back in her Minion costume, and Nurse Sophie might just join her as a banana 🍌—because flu protection should be fun!

👶 Eligibility: Children aged 2–3 years who are registered at Yalding Surgery
📲 Booking: Use the self-booking link we’ve sent or call reception on 01622 814380

Let’s keep those little noses protected—with a smile! 😊

22/09/2025

👋 Meet The Team Monday

Say hello to Sophie, one of our brilliant nurses here at Yalding Surgery! We asked Sophie some questions to help you get to know her better 💙

🩺 What inspired you to become a nurse?
“One of my earliest memories—around age 3—is seeing a child fall off a tall slide (this was the ’70s, so no health and safety!). They were wrapped in a fur coat while waiting for the ambulance, and that moment stuck with me. That was it!”

☕ Go-to drink for a busy day?
“Diet Coke in the morning, then cold water to keep me going.”

👟 One thing you always have with you at work?
“A pen and paper—I have a memory like a sieve! If I don’t write it down, I won’t remember once you’ve gone!”

🌳 How do you relax after work?
“I’ve gone a bit wild lately! I’ve started making jam, I take a foraging bag on dog walks, and I’ve just picked up crocheting. I also love a good James Patterson novel.”

🎧 What are you listening to right now?

“Alex Warren, and when I’m crocheting, David Tennant’s podcast.”

18/09/2025

If you are coming to collect a prescription from Dispensary today, please note our card machine is not working so you will need cash. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

12/09/2025

🌿 Know Your Numbers! Week – Final Day 🌿
You’ve checked your blood pressure. Now what?
If your numbers are high—or even borderline—there’s good news: small lifestyle changes can make a big difference.
Here are 5 simple ways to lower your blood pressure naturally:
🥦 Eat smart – Cut back on salt, saturated fats, and processed foods. Load up on fruit, veg, and whole grains.
🚶‍♂️ Move more – Aim for 30 minutes of activity most days. Walking counts!
🧘‍♀️ Stress less – Try deep breathing, mindfulness, or just taking time to unwind.
🍷 Drink less alcohol – Keep it within recommended limits.
🚭 Stop smoking – It’s one of the best things you can do for your heart.
💬 Today’s challenge: Choose one change you can start this week. Share it below and inspire someone else to take control of their health.
👏 Thank you for joining us this week to help find the Missing Millions. Awareness saves lives—so keep talking, keep checking, and keep supporting each other.
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