Hillside Practice Skelton

24/04/2026

📱 How do you want us to contact you?
To help us keep you informed about appointments, test results and important updates, please make sure your contact details are up to date.
✅ Have you turned NHS App notifications on?
✅ Have you given us your email address?
✅ Are your phone number and details correct?
Keeping your details updated helps us get in touch quickly and safely when needed.
👉 You can update your details via the NHS App or by contacting reception.

24/04/2026

📱 Have you got the NHS App yet?

We’re encouraging all patients to download the NHS App to receive important updates about your care quickly and securely.

By downloading the app and turning your notifications ON, you can:
✅ Receive appointment reminders
✅ Get test results faster
✅ View messages from your GP practice
✅ Stay on top of your health — anytime, anywhere

💡 We will be gradually moving towards sending more notifications through the NHS App rather than SMS messages, so having the app set up will help you stay informed.

Plus, every patient who switches to app notifications helps reduce SMS costs — meaning more NHS funding can go towards patient care where it matters most.

Getting started is easy:
1️⃣ Download the NHS App
2️⃣ Log in
3️⃣ Turn on notifications

👉 Download here: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

If you need help setting it up, our reception team at Hillside Practice will be happy to help 🙂

Thank you for supporting your practice 💙

24/04/2026

The NHS bowel cancer screening kit can detect signs of cancer before you notice anything is wrong.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.

➡️ http://nhs.uk/bowel-screening

23/04/2026

📱 Stay connected with your healthcare team

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to receive messages from your trusted healthcare providers.

By turning on notifications, you can stay up to date with important information about your care.

You can:
✔️ Receive messages from your GP
✔️ Check your health information
✔️ Stay informed about your care

Getting started is easy:
1️⃣ Download the NHS App
2️⃣ Log in
3️⃣ Turn on notifications

👉 You can download the app or use the same services online: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app

If you need any help, our team at Hillside Practice will be happy to assist you 😊

Thank you 💙

23/04/2026

📢 Spring COVID Booster Vaccination Clinics – Hillside Practice

We now have COVID vaccination clinics available to book for:

📅 Thursday 14th May
📅 Thursday 21st May

If you are eligible for a Spring COVID booster and are registered with Hillside Practice, you may already have received an invitation from us via SMS or NHS App notification with a direct booking link. We are also contacting eligible patients by telephone and email where needed.

📞 If you are unable to use the self-booking link, please contact the practice and we will be happy to assist you.

🔔 Please note:
Some patients have received letters or emails from NHS England regarding the COVID vaccination campaign, advising them to contact their GP practice to book.

Please be aware this communication was not sent by our practice. Please only contact us regarding booking if you are in one of the following eligible groups:

✅ Patients aged 75 and over
✅ Immunosuppressed patients
✅ Residents living in care homes

📲 Keep your contact details up to date:
Please ensure your telephone number and email address are correct so we can contact you quickly when needed.

We are also moving towards using the NHS App for communication. Please download the app and make sure your notifications are switched on:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Please feel free to share this post with family and friends who are registered with Hillside Practice.

Use the NHS App to view your health information and manage your healthcare online using a phone, tablet or computer.

21/04/2026

21/04/2026

Bowel cancer screening saves lives.

If you're aged 50 to 74, you should have received your free NHS screening kit.

It’s quick, easy, and could detect signs of cancer early. Don’t put it off—find it, use it, and post it.💙 🚽

21/04/2026

📱 Stay in touch with your GP – the simple way

The NHS App is a safe and easy way to keep up to date with your health and appointments.

With the app, you can:
✔️ Receive reminders for your appointments
✔️ Check your test results
✔️ Read messages from your GP practice
✔️ Access your health information anytime

💡 We will be sending more updates through the app instead of text messages, so having it set up will help you stay informed.

Getting started is straightforward:
1️⃣ Download the NHS App
2️⃣ Log in
3️⃣ Turn on notifications

👉 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

If you’re unsure how to set it up, please don’t worry — our reception team at Hillside Practice will be happy to help you step by step 😊

Thank you for your support 💙