Walkley House & Stannington Medical Centre

10/05/2026

Are you on repeat medications?

Following the change from Monday 1st June, when we will no longer accept repeat prescription requests over the phone, here are some helpful ways to get started with the NHS App and ordering your prescriptions:
Watch this step-by-step guide: How to request a repeat prescription in the NHS App

Pick up a leaflet from our NHS App stations in the waiting area

Visit the NHS App Help Website: Help with using the NHS App - NHS

Speak to a member of staff if you need help

Download the NHS App www.nhs.uk/nhs-app

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09/05/2026

On World IBD Day, you’re invited to come together with others affected by Crohn’s and Colitis. 💜

This free virtual social event from Crohn’s & Colitis UK is a chance to share experiences, feel heard and connect with a supportive community.

IBD affects around 1 in 120 people in the UK, and no one should face it alone.

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/world-ibd-day-virtual-social-event-tickets-1987041129508?aff=erellivmlt

08/05/2026

Ordering repeat prescriptions through the NHS App is a quick and convenient way to manage your medicines without needing to call your GP.

You can request your medication anytime, track its progress and have it sent directly to your chosen pharmacy.

Step-by-step:
• Log in to the NHS App 📱🔐
• Go to ‘Services’ or the homepage 💻✨
• Select ‘Request repeat prescriptions’ 💊🩺
• Choose the medicines you need ✔️📋
• Confirm your nominated pharmacy 🏥📍
• Submit your request and track its progress 📊💙

Your GP will review and approve the request before it is sent to your pharmacy, and you can check updates in the app, such as whether it’s waiting for approval or ready to collect.

Using the NHS App helps save time, reduces phone calls and makes managing your health easier. 💙📱✨

Learn how to request a prescription: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/help/prescriptions/requesting-a-prescription/

06/05/2026

Living with Crohn’s or Colitis can be unpredictable, painful and life-changing.

This year, you can make a difference by simply getting out and walking. 🚶‍♀️

“My WALK IT” is a flexible walking challenge you can take part in your own way – at your own pace, in your own time – while raising funds to support people living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).

Take on 5 KM, 10 KM, a Half-marathon, or a Marathon
Lace up and walk at your own pace, solo, with friends, or with family. From park strolls to scenic trails, every step you take helps fund vital research and support people living with Crohn’s or Colitis.

Sign up, choose your distance, share your challenge and start fundraising now.

Enter our prize draw to win a Fitbit if you sign up before the 15th May! (T&Cs apply)

Find out more or sign up here:
My WALK IT 👉 https://crohns-colitis-uk.sync.giving/mywalkit-2026/?utm_source=Social+Media&utm_medium=Post&utm_campaign=My+WALK+IT&utm_id=Redmoor+Health

Every step helps support vital research and services. 💜

05/05/2026

Too many women still die from preventable causes during pregnancy and childbirth.

Skilled care before, during, and after birth can save lives — and midwives are best placed to provide it.

📊 Achieving universal coverage of midwife-delivered interventions by 2035 could avert 67% of these deaths.
⚠️ But the world is short of one million midwives.

Urgent action is needed to grow, support, and sustain the global midwifery workforce.

This , sign the global petition calling on policymakers for 👇
https://millionmore.org/petition/

04/05/2026

Having a personalised asthma action plan can help you stay in control of your symptoms and know exactly what to do if they change. It is a written plan agreed with your healthcare professional that explains your daily treatment, how to recognise worsening symptoms and what steps to take in an emergency.

A good asthma action plan can help you:
• Understand your triggers and how to avoid them 🌿⚠️
• Take the right medication at the right time 💊🩺
• Spot early warning signs of an asthma attack 👀💨
• Know when to seek urgent medical help 🚑⏱️

Keeping your plan up to date and easy to access can give you confidence and help prevent serious asthma attacks. 💙🫁✨

Learn more about asthma action plans: https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/asthma/manage/your-asthma-action-plan

01/05/2026

Knowing the signs of a stroke and acting quickly can save lives and reduce long-term disability. A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, and urgent treatment is essential.

Remember the FAST signs:
• Face drooping on one side 😟
• Arm weakness or numbness 💪⚠️
• Speech difficulty or slurred speech 🗣️❗
• Time to call 999 immediately ⏱️🚑

Recovery doesn’t stop after hospital care. Ongoing support, rehabilitation and connecting with others can make a big difference to rebuilding confidence and independence after a stroke. Peer support groups and specialist organisations can provide advice, encouragement and a sense of community for both patients and carers. 💙🧠✨

Find support for stroke survivors: https://ow.ly/vWzu50YOUxp
Learn about support and community at Different Strokes: https://ow.ly/Y3Pq50YOUxW
Join peer support groups: https://ow.ly/4Euq50YOUxu

30/04/2026

This bank holiday weekend, some pharmacies might have different opening hours.

Search ‘Find a pharmacy NHS’ or click below to find an open
pharmacy near you.

Find a pharmacy - https://southyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/stay-well-bank-holiday

29/04/2026

Allergies are common and can range from mild to severe. They happen when the body reacts to something harmless like pollen, food, dust or animal fur. Symptoms can vary depending on the trigger and the person.

Common allergy symptoms include:
• Sneezing, runny or blocked nose 🤧✨
• Itchy eyes, skin or throat 👀💙
• Rashes, hives or swelling 🌿⚠️
• Breathing difficulties or wheezing 🫁💨

Most allergies can be managed, but some reactions can be serious. Call 999 immediately if someone has signs of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, feeling faint or collapsing. 🚑⚠️

Understanding triggers, knowing the difference between allergies and intolerances, and taking early action can help keep you and your family safe. 💙✨

Read NHS advice on allergies: https://ow.ly/vxhs50YNVlw
Learn the difference between food allergy and intolerance: https://ow.ly/l17650YNVkX
Find advice on protecting babies against allergies: https://ow.ly/FNik50YNVlk

28/04/2026

Make sure you’re prepared for he bank holiday weekend.

Order your repeat prescriptions through the NHS App in advance.

Haven’t got it? Download it for free here: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

You can find more information on accessing pharmacies over a bank holiday below.

https://southyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/stay-well-bank-holiday

27/04/2026

From Monday 1st June, we will no longer accept repeat prescription requests over the phone.

We’re making this change to improve patient safety and make ordering quicker and easier.

The easiest way to order repeat prescriptions is through the NHS App.

Join us at one of our Drop In sessions to learn more and get started on the NHS App.