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Tower House Surgery Tower House Surgery is a well-established surgery in Ryde, Isle of Wight. The surgery is open Monday to Friday 8.15am - 6.30pm.

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – would you know the signs? 🫁Common symptoms of lung cancer include a cough that...
13/11/2026

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – would you know the signs? 🫁

Common symptoms of lung cancer include a cough that doesn't go away, being short of breath, coughing up blood, chest or shoulder pain, chest infections that keep coming back or don't get better, losing weight or your appetite without trying, and feeling very tired.

Many of these symptoms can be caused by other conditions, but it's important to get them checked. Finding lung cancer early can make it more treatable.

See your GP if you've had a cough for 3 weeks or more, or have any other symptoms of lung cancer. If you've coughed up blood, get an urgent GP appointment or contact NHS 111. ❤️

NHS lung cancer symptoms:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lung-cancer/symptoms/

13/11/2026

Important Patient Notice – Microsoft Outage

We would like to make our patients aware that the ongoing Microsoft outage may affect several of our day-to-day services at the practice.

What does this mean for our patients?

The outage may cause delays with:

💻 Online consultations – Responses to online consultation requests may be delayed.

📱 SMS text messages – We may be unable to send text messages or important patient updates.

📅 Appointment reminders – Text reminders may be delayed or not received.

📧 Hospital letters – There may be delays in receiving and processing hospital correspondence.

🏥 Electronic Discharge Documents (EDDs) – Discharge information, including medication changes and follow-up instructions, may take longer to reach the practice.

📄 Referrals – Our ability to prepare and process referral forms may be affected.

✉️ Patient letters and documents – There may be delays in preparing and sending clinical and administrative correspondence.

⏳ Other administrative requests – Some routine tasks may take longer than usual.

What are we doing?

✓ Prioritising urgent clinical matters and patient safety.

✓ Continuing to provide services wherever possible.

✓ Monitoring outstanding work and correspondence.

✓ Working to minimise disruption and delays.

Important Information

If you are awaiting a response to an online consultation or an important text message, please be aware this may take longer than usual.

For urgent medical concerns that cannot wait, please telephone the practice. If the practice is closed, contact NHS 111. In a life-threatening emergency, call 999.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding.

The Practice Team

Today, on Armistice Day, we pause to honour all those who have served. 🎖️If you've served in the UK armed forces, it's i...
11/11/2026

Today, on Armistice Day, we pause to honour all those who have served. 🎖️

If you've served in the UK armed forces, it's important to tell your GP surgery. Letting your GP know about your service means your medical record reflects your history and can help you get referred to specialist veteran services if you need them.

When you register with a GP, share any medical documents from your military medical officer if you have them. In England, NHS services such as Op COURAGE (mental health and wellbeing) and Op RESTORE (physical health problems resulting from service) are there to support veterans, with similar services in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Anything you share with your GP is confidential. 💙

NHS support for veterans:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/armed-forces-community/veterans-service-leavers-non-mobilised-reservists/

09/11/2026

Tower House Surgery – Phone lines restored

Our phone lines are back up and running, and you can now call the surgery as usual.

Thank you for your patience while the lines were down.

09/11/2026

Tower House Surgery – Phone lines down

Our phone lines are down, so we can't receive incoming calls.

We’re sorry for the inconvenience and will post an update here as soon as the lines are working again. Thank you for your patience.

This Remembrance Sunday, we remember all those who have served and those who gave their lives.We also want veterans, ser...
08/11/2026

This Remembrance Sunday, we remember all those who have served and those who gave their lives.

We also want veterans, service leavers, reservists and their families to know that support is available.

In England, Op COURAGE is an NHS mental health and wellbeing service for people who have served in the UK armed forces. It can help with early signs of mental health problems through to more complex difficulties and psychological trauma, as well as support with the move to civilian life.

You can contact Op COURAGE directly, ask your GP to refer you, or be referred by an armed forces charity. 💙

Lest we forget.

NHS mental health support for veterans:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/armed-forces-community/mental-health/veterans-reservists/

06/11/2026

Growing a mo' this Movember? It's the perfect time to talk about men's health. 💙

Movember focuses on three important areas of men's health: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and su***de prevention.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. Testicular cancer is more common in younger men, so getting to know what's normal for you can help you spot changes early. If you notice anything new or unusual, speak to your GP. 🩺

Mental health matters too. Talking to someone you trust – a friend, family member or healthcare professional – can make a real difference, and you don't have to wait until things feel unmanageable to reach out. 💬

Find out more about Movember and men's health: https://movember.com/

Flu season is here – simple habits can help stop germs spreading. 🧼Washing your hands is one of the easiest ways to prot...
04/11/2026

Flu season is here – simple habits can help stop germs spreading. 🧼

Washing your hands is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and others from illnesses such as viruses. Use soap and water and wash for around 20 seconds, cleaning your palms, the backs of your hands, between your fingers, your fingertips and your thumbs.

Wash your hands after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose, after using the toilet, and before eating or preparing food. If soap and water aren't available, an alcohol-based hand sanitiser is a good alternative.

Catch coughs and sneezes in a tissue, bin it, then wash your hands. 🤧

NHS advice on how to wash your hands:
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/best-way-to-wash-your-hands/

Difference between cold and flu: https://patient.info/features/infections/difference-between-cold-and-flu

02/11/2026

Need a letter or some information from your GP surgery? You may be able to request it through the NHS App. 📱

From the home screen, go to Appointments, select 'Request a letter or information', answer the questions and send your request. Depending on your GP surgery, this could include things like a fit note or test results.

NHS App help videos show you how to do this step by step, and you can turn on British Sign Language (BSL) and read video transcripts. 🤟

Watch the NHS App help videos, including BSL:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/help/videos/

Address

Rink Road
Ryde
PO331

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+441983817200

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