Simmondley Medical Practice

10/09/2026

💛 World Su***de Prevention Day 💛

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, a reminder that every conversation matters.

If you're struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or worried about someone you care about, please remember that support is available and you do not have to face things alone. Sometimes reaching out for help, or simply checking in with someone, can make a real difference.

📞 NHS 111: Call 111, option 2
Online link: https://111.nhs.uk/

🚨 If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or attend your nearest A&E department.

💛 A conversation could change a life.
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07/09/2026

⚠️ Traffic Alert ⚠️

Please be aware that temporary traffic lights in Dinting are causing delays in the area and are expected to remain in place for the next couple of weeks.

To help ensure you arrive on time for your appointment, we'd recommend allowing a little extra time for your journey.

Thank you for planning ahead and allowing extra time for your journey. 🚗

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

👶🎉 Expecting or recently welcomed another baby to your family? You might be expecting some things to be different, and the vaccine schedule for your baby is one thing that will be.

At the start of this year, the routine childhood vaccination schedule changed. Babies are now offered protection against chickenpox alongside measles, mumps and rubella through the introduction of the MMRV vaccine, which is already part of routine childhood vaccination programmes in several countries, including Canada, Australia and Germany.

🧑‍🍼💬 "But why make changes? Isn't chickenpox usually mild?"
While most children experience chickenpox as a mild illness, it can sometimes be more serious and require hospital treatment. In rare cases, it can lead to complications such as chest infections, seizures and encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). The MMRV vaccine helps protect children against four serious diseases: measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox, while the introduction of the 18-month appointment will help provide them with protection at a younger age.

01/09/2026

💜💜💜💜 One Week to go!! 💜💜💜💜

September 3rd 7-9pm ~ Just Pause Inaugural Meeting ….

What to expect! Representatives from the local GPs surgeries - Lambgates Health Centre/ Cottage Lane, Manor House Surgery Glossop and Hadfield/ Howard Street and Simmondley Medical Practice plus discussion about the group and it's timetable, information about researchers from the University of Manchester who are interested in working with our group.

October 1st ~ Menopause Awareness month ~ talk by Dr Emma Ward Liberty Menopause
Talk by Bee Innes from Healthy Be
and Becky & Sarah from MyActive Glossop will be with us again

21/08/2026

💙 A Heartfelt Thank You 💙

As we reach the end of our first week with the new GP appointment request system, we'd like to take a moment to thank our patients for their support.

Change can feel daunting, and introducing a new way of accessing appointments has been a learning experience for all of us. We're delighted that the launch has gone smoothly and are incredibly grateful for the patience, understanding, and encouragement we've received throughout the week.

We're all learning and navigating this new system together, and your support has helped make the transition a success. Thank you for being part of the journey with us.

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20/08/2026

⚠️Thunderstorm warnings are in place across Northern England from 7pm tonight until 10am tomorrow morning.

This can trigger symptoms in those with lung conditions, like asthma. ⛈️

If the weather makes your symptoms worse and you need to use your inhaler more, talk to your pharmacist, contact your GP or NHS 111.

18/08/2026

📢 Reminder: Our New GP Appointment Request System Launches Tomorrow 📢

Just a friendly reminder that our new Rapid Health GP appointment request system goes live tomorrow (19 August).

From 6:00am, patients will be able to submit medical and administrative requests online via our website:
https://simmondley-consult.uk.rapidhealth.co.uk/

If you would prefer not to use the online form, or have difficulty accessing the internet, you can still telephone the surgery or visit reception, and a member of our team will be happy to complete the form with you.

📱 Need help getting digital?

We have iPads available in our waiting room, and digital support will be available from volunteers at the Bureau throughout Wednesday and Thursday morning this week. Thereafter, our regular Tuesday morning support sessions will continue, as detailed in the Digital Support poster.

Thank you for your patience and support as we introduce this new way of requesting appointments and administrative help. We remain committed to keeping access to our services simple and accessible for everyone.

For further information, please visit our Surgery Website: https://www.simmondleymedicalpractice.co.uk/News/37be7214-68be-40e2-96d7-4d97e9abdd7d

11/08/2026

💻 Digital Support Available 📱

As we prepare to launch our new GP appointment request system on 19 August, we want to make sure all patients feel confident and supported.

If you would like help using online services, setting up an email address, accessing the NHS App, or learning more about the new system, we're offering Digital Support Sessions at the practice.

Please see the attached poster for session dates and further information.

Remember, our team will be here to support you every step of the way as we transition to this new system. 😊