Quinton Practice

12/06/2026

Practice Policy on Period Delay Medication (Norethisterone)
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NHSE (National Health Service England) has issued guidance which means:

NHS GPs are no longer advised to routinely prescribe norethisterone or similar medication to delay periods for holidays, travel, or other non-medical reasons. ❌️❌️❌️
Patients wishing to use period delay tablets for holidays, weddings, or other events will now need to seek private care.

What Has Changed?
Previously: Some GPs prescribed period delay tablets at their discretion, depending on your health.
Now: GPs are no longer able to prescribe these medications on the NHS for non-medical reasons.

Where to Access Period Delay Medication Now ⁉️⁉️
• Community Pharmacies: Some local pharmacies now offer pharmacist consultations and can prescribe norethisterone.

https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

• Private Clinics: Many provide same-day consultations and prescriptions.

• Online Doctor Services: Providers such as Superdrug Online Doctor and Pharmacy2U can supply norethisterone following an online consultation.

Important Medical Considerations
Not suitable for everyone: Norethisterone is not appropriate for patients with a history of blood clots, liver disease, or certain other health conditions.
Risks: Period delay tablets can increase the risk of blood clots. If travelling, especially on long flights, it is important to move around regularly and stay hydrated.
Summary

🔴 Quinton Practice GPs will no longer prescribe norethisterone for period delay related to holidays or other non-medical reasons.
To access period delay medication, you will now need to seek private care.

12/06/2026

🎉 QUINTON PRACTICE – CQC 2026 🎉

We are proud to share that Quinton Practice has achieved an overall GOOD rating across all five CQC domains following our May 2026 inspection.

This represents a major improvement from 2023 and reflects the dedication of our entire team.

Here are our Top 10 achievements from the inspection:

⭐ 1. Good rating in ALL five domains (Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led)
⭐ 2. Full recovery from previous regulatory breach (Regulation 12 resolved)
⭐ 3. 98.5% patient trust and confidence in clinicians
⭐ 4. 93% of patients felt treated with care and concern
⭐ 5. 93% of patients felt listened to
⭐ 6. 84% positive experience of contacting the practice (above national average)
⭐ 7. 83% found phone access easy (significantly above national average)
⭐ 8. 17 out of 20 patient survey indicators above national average
⭐ 9. Strong leadership, governance and Well-led improvement recognised
⭐ 10. Training practice status, PCN research leadership and Veteran Friendly accreditation



👉 Read the full CQC report here:
https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-581404534/reports/AP21063/overall

This achievement reflects the hard work, professionalism and commitment of our entire team, and the trust and support of our patients.

We are proud of what we have achieved and remain committed to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality care for our community.

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25/05/2026

With hot weather across the country this week, make sure you keep hydrated.

Babies, children and older adults are more at risk of dehydration.

If it's not treated, it can become a serious problem.

Find out more information ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dehydration/

19/05/2026

REMINDER
This weekend is a Bank Holiday! We will be closed on Monday 25th May and reopen Tuesday 26th at 8am.
Check your medications 💊 and remember to call 📞 111 should if you require any help during this time.
Thanks,
Quinton

30/04/2026

🚨🚨REMINDER 🚨🚨
The practice is closed on Monday 4th May for the bank holiday
Please check your prescriptions are not due.
Any issues please call NHS 111 or visit amd urgent care centre.

We re open on Tuesday 5th May at 8am.
Thanks

14/04/2026

Reminder: the practice has half day training arranged by our commissioning board. This is compulsory to attend.
The practice is only open this PM for admin queries.
Medical queries will not be booked with our GPs today after 12.30.

02/04/2026

Practice Closed.

Our practice will be closed from today at 6:30pm until Tuesday 7th April at 8:00am.

If you require medical advice or assistance during this time, please contact NHS 111.

Thank you.