Please find attached a poster providing helpful information about repeat prescriptions. It outlines what repeat prescriptions are, how to order them, and important guidance to ensure your requests are processed smoothly. We hope you find this information useful in managing your medication effectively.
📢 New Medication & Prescription Support at Reception 💊 From next week (week commencing Monday 23rd March 2026), we will have a dedicated member of our Prescriptions & Medication Team available at the front desk on the following days: 🗓 Monday🗓 Wednesday🗓 Thursday🗓 Friday They will be available to help with specific medication and prescription…
Meningitis B – Communication We are aware there has recently been media coverage and discussion regarding the Meningitis B (MenB) vaccine, and some patients have contacted the practice with queries. We would like to clarify the current position within the NHS. There is currently no MenB vaccination programme for adults available as part of the…
Following patient feedback from our most recent Patient Survey and discussions with our Patient Participation Group, and in response to increasing demand and waiting times, we are pleased to be expanding our Walk-In Blood Clinic availability. From week commencing 16th March 2026, the Walk-In Blood Clinic will run on: Tuesday: 9:00am – 1:00pm Wednesday: 9:00am…
We are making a change to the online consultation system we use at the practice. This change is being made in response to patient feedback. Many patients have told us that e-Consult involves too many questions and can feel like a lengthy process. We’ve listened and acted on this feedback. What is changing? From 1…
February 2026 Patient Newsletter
Prescription Requests We have up to 3 working days to action your prescription request. This includes requests made in writing or online through the NHS App or our website. Hospital or Specialist Recommendations When a hospital or specialist recommends a new medication or treatment, please allow up to 14 days for this to be processed…
As part of our safe prescribing process, any repeat medication that hasn’t been requested for over a year will be removed from your repeat list. This doesn’t mean you can’t request the medication again in the future — it simply won’t appear on your automatic repeat list. If you still need this medication and notice…
We are proud to be an accredited carer friendly GP practice. Supporting carers of all ages as part of the South Tees carers strategy.
IRIS is a general practice-based domestic violence and abuse (DVA) training, support and referral programme. IRIS ensures that primary care practitioners can respond effectively to domestic violence and abuse and that specialist support is available for patients. The programme provides two specialist members of staff, the Advocate Educator (a DVA worker) and the Clinical Lead…
Considering Mounjaro (tirzepatide) injections for weight loss? You might have heard that these injections are now available through the NHS. The Integrated Care Board (ICB) has been tasked by NHS England to provide these in GP practices by 23rd June 2025. However, it’s important to note: – Mounjaro will only be available for specific groups…
Please see our Patient newsletter May 2025 document.
