Gnosall Surgery

21/03/2026

Ever feel like your brain is doing 100mph and your body is just trying to keep up? 🫠
Try this with us right now:
👀 Name 5 things you can see
✋ Notice 4 things you can feel
👂 Listen for 3 things you can hear
👃 Spot 2 things you can smell
👅 Acknowledge 1 thing you can taste
That’s grounding.
It’s not about “fixing” how you feel. It’s about gently reminding your nervous system that you are here. You are safe. You are in this moment 💜

21/03/2026

20/03/2026

Did you know? during pregnancy don’t just protect you, they pass immunity to your baby too.
✅ Whooping cough
✅ RSV
✅ Flu
Ask your midwife or GP about getting vaccinated.
Learn more: https://youtu.be/ey3xN0WwTrg

19/03/2026

We know recent news about the meningitis B outbreak in Kent may be worrying.

There are currently no linked cases in Staffordshire, but it’s important to stay aware.

Meningitis is rare but can develop quickly. Know the symptoms and seek urgent help if concerned.

If you’re unsure whether your child is up to date with their vaccines, please contact the surgery.

For advice, you can also contact NHS 111.

19/03/2026

📢 Double Bank Holiday Reminder – Repeat Prescriptions

With the upcoming double bank holiday, please make sure you order your repeat prescriptions in good time.

👉 All requests must be submitted by Wednesday 25th March to allow the pharmacy enough time to process them.

⏰ The surgery will be closed from 6:30pm on Thursday 2nd April and will reopen at 8:00am on Tuesday 7th April.

Please don’t leave it until the last minute to avoid running out of medication.

Thank you for your understanding 💊

16/03/2026

*Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.*

Symptoms of meningitis develop suddenly and can include:

- a high temperature (fever)
- being sick
- a headache
- a rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it (but a rash will not always develop)
- a stiff neck
- a dislike of bright lights
- drowsiness or unresponsiveness
- seizures (fits)

These symptoms can appear in any order. *You do not always get all the symptoms.*

Call 999 for an ambulance or go to your nearest A&E immediately if you think you or someone you look after could have meningitis or sepsis.

Trust your instincts and do not wait for all the symptoms to appear or until a rash develops.

*Someone with meningitis or sepsis can get a lot worse very quickly.*

Check out the NHS website for more.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

15/03/2026

Mother's Day can be difficult if you are experiencing grief, bereavement, or loss.

There is no timetable for how long grief lasts, or how you should feel at a particular time of year. But remember, you are not alone.

For help and support, visit https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss

11/03/2026

💉Spring COVID Vaccination – Checking Interest
We are planning to run a Spring COVID vaccination clinic during the week commencing 13th April for patients aged 75 and over who are registered with Gnosall Surgery.
Before we finalise the clinic dates, we would like to get an idea of how many patients may be interested.
If you are 75 or over and registered with the surgery, or you are responding on behalf of a family member who is, please let us know by reacting to this post:
👍 Thumbs up – Yes please, I would be interested�🤔 Thinking face – Maybe / I’d like more information�👎 Thumbs down – No thank you
Please note this is just to help us estimate interest and is not a booking system. We know not everyone uses Facebook, so this will not be the only way we will be gathering information.
Thank you for helping us plan our clinics.

10/03/2026

We are looking for a cleaner at the surgery to work Monday to Friday 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Must have flexibility to cover team absences as required. To start 1st April. If interested please contact Lisa at the surgery

08/03/2026

This Sunday, we celebrate all the women in our practice for their dedication and expertise.

We also recognise women everywhere for the difference they make every day.🩷

06/03/2026

To book your appointment click here ⬇️

https://stafford.mypsatests.org.uk/Events/

PSA prostate cancer blood test event is coming back to Stafford this April

Bookings are now open for a PSA prostate cancer blood test event on Sunday 26 April 2026 at Stafford Rangers Social Club. It is a simple blood test, not a physical examination, and it is appointment only with no walk ins.

The last event in Stafford was fully booked, and results later showed 20 red letters, 23 amber letters, and 205 all clear results. It is another chance for men aged 40+ to get checked.

Details in the comments

Update: First 200 booked - the system should release the final 100 on Monday

05/03/2026

Nearly 1️⃣ in 4️⃣ people say they’ve missed an NHS appointment in the past. A quick change to your NHS App settings can help!

Follow these quick steps to turn on notifications in your NHS App and stay on top of appointments, messages and reminders from your GP 👇