The Village Surgery

10/03/2026

Why aren’t all medications on repeat prescriptions? 💊

We know it can be frustrating if a medication you’ve had before isn’t available on your repeat list.

Following NHS prescribing guidance, not every medication can be added to repeat prescriptions. Some medicines need to be reviewed by a clinician each time to make sure they are still safe and appropriate for you. 🩺

This may include:
• Short-term treatments (like antibiotics)
• Medicines that need monitoring or dose changes (including HRT)
• Items meant for occasional or one-off use

If a medication isn’t on your repeat list, it simply means a clinician needs to review it before issuing it again.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us keep prescribing safe and appropriate for all patients. 💙

06/02/2026

Last week our surgery team came together for their annual BLS training. 🫀

Ongoing education like this ensures we’re always ready to respond and deliver the best possible care. Proud of our staff!

We wish to thank Wolstanton Methodist Church for use of the training room 🥰

22/01/2026

💙 Supporting Our Community 💙

Today, our practice team completed a training session with Newcastlestaffs Foodbank, and we’re proud to share that we are now an official foodbank voucher distributor 🙂

We’ve seen first-hand how the rising cost of living is affecting many people in our community. No one should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from, and we believe that everyone deserves access to food and support, without judgement.

If you are finding things difficult, please know that help is available. Our team is here to listen and can discreetly support you with a foodbank voucher where appropriate.

You’re not alone — our practice is here for your health and your wellbeing. 💙

If you need support, please speak to a member of our team.

13/01/2026

📢 Important patient notice

For all routine and non-urgent requests, please consider using our online consultation tool instead of calling the surgery where possible.

Using our online services helps us to:
• Triage requests more efficiently
• Respond to you more quickly
• Keep our phone lines free for urgent matters or for patients who are unable to use online tools.

📲 You can also manage many services through the NHS App, including:
• Ordering repeat prescriptions
• Viewing test results and medical records
• Booking and managing appointments

If you haven’t already signed up to the NHS App, we strongly encourage you to do so, as this helps reduce pressure on our telephone lines and allows us to support patients more effectively.

👉 Access our online consultation here: https://florey.accurx.com/p/M83007

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation

Contact us about your request

05/01/2026

✳️Good Morning✳️

Please take care when attending your appointment today.

❗️We suggest only attending the surgery where necessary as local road conditions are difficult around the surgery❗️

Our online consultations and phonelines are open as usual.

Please stay safe & stay warm and well 💙

18/12/2025

12/12/2025

📢As we are entering the Christmas period, please ensure to order your medications on time 💊

The easiest way to do this is either via NHS app or via your pharmacy 🩵

Do you have enough medicine over the Christmas period?

Make sure you order your repeat prescriptions early, especially as some local pharmacies might have different opening times.

14/10/2025

🌟 We Need Your Voice! 🌟
Your opinion can shape the future of local screening services.

Have you ever been invited for breast, bowel, or cervical screening but didn’t attend?

We’d love to understand your reasons — so we can make screening easier, more accessible, and more comfortable for everyone in our community.

💬 Quick & Anonymous – It only takes a few minutes.
📊 Your feedback matters – Results will help us design better services and community events.
❤️ Your health, your choice, your say.

👉 Click the link that’s right for you:

Breast Screening: forms.office.com/e/vPC3JCkxEc
Bowel Screening: forms.office.com/e/9gk3UrZL5N
Cervical Screening: forms.office.com/e/pzLhkPaELy
✨ Thank you for helping us shape healthier futures together!

02/10/2025

We have had lots of enquiry's about weight management injections- Please see the latest advice and click the link for advice

Please note- We are unable to prescribe this in practice

Weight management medication is only available under strict criteria and not via GP referral or prescription. Please don’t contact your surgery. Check local services you may be eligible for: https://staffsstokeics.org.uk/local-weight-management-services/

02/10/2025

Celebrating diversity in our NHS 💙

This Black History Month, we're celebrating the incredible contributions of our Black NHS staff across the country.

From ward to board, thank you for your commitment to caring for our communities. 💙

01/10/2025

🚭 October is Stoptober - your chance to take control of your health and quit smoking for good 💪🔥

Whether you've quit, started again, or switched to va**ng, it’s vital to let your doctor know. Why? Because smoking directly affects the treatment and management of long-term conditions like:
❤️ Coronary heart disease (CHD)
🦵 Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
🧠 Stroke or TIA
💉 High blood pressure (hypertension)
🩸 Type 2 diabetes
🫁 COPD and asthma (in adults)
💭 History of psychosis, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
🚰 Chronic kidney disease (CKD)

Your smoking status plays a big role in your care plan. Don’t keep it to yourself - tell your GP.

💬 Want to quit? Help is out there:
👉 Speak to your GP
👉 Call the NHS Smokefree Helpline 0300 123 1044
👉 Or visit: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/nhs-stop-smoking-services-help-you-quit/

Every day smoke-free is a win 🏆

29/09/2025

❤️ How healthy is your heart?
A heart attack can strike without warning — but recognising the symptoms early can save lives ⚠️💔

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• Chest pain or pressure 🫀
• Pain spreading to your arm, neck, jaw or back
• Shortness of breath 😮‍💨
• Cold sweat 😓
• Lightheadedness or nausea 😵‍💫

💡 If you have a family history of heart conditions, you may be at higher risk. It’s time to take action:
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💬 Don’t wait until it’s too late. Knowledge is power — prevention is everything.