Pennine Surgery

06/10/2026

🚭 October is Stoptober! Take your first step towards a smoke-free future!

Stoptober encourages people to stop smoking for 28 days throughout October. If you reach 28 days smoke-free, you’re five times more likely to quit for good! 💪

📅 Tuesday 20th October
⏰ 10am - 12pm
📍 Pennine Surgery

Join us to chat with Living Well about stopping smoking and explore their helpful resources.

Living Well offers free, tailored support for people across Rochdale, Heywood, Middleton and the Pennines. Their coaches can help you understand your smoking triggers, manage cravings and find practical ways to stop smoking and stay smoke-free.

Whether you’re ready to quit, have tried before or simply want to find out more, this is a chance to ask questions and learn about the support available. 💚

You don’t have to do it alone, every quit attempt is a step forward!

Find out more:
👉 https://www.livingwellrochdale.com/service/stop-smoking/
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

Thinking about quitting smoking, ready to stop, or struggling to stay smoke-free? Find the tools, tips, and support you need for a healthier life.

10/07/2026

09/07/2026

📅 Every GP appointment counts.

Did you know that every missed appointment is time that could have been offered to another patient waiting to be seen?

When appointments are missed without being cancelled:
💙 Valuable NHS resources are wasted.
⏰ Other patients wait longer for the care they need.
👩‍⚕️ It reduces the number of appointments available at the practice.

If you can no longer attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible. A quick phone call or cancellation means we can offer your appointment to someone else who may need it urgently.

📞 01706 374990
📧 [email protected]
🧑‍💻 Online Services (NHS App)

Thank you for helping us make the best use of NHS appointments and ensuring more patients can access the care they need.

06/07/2026

📢 Important Update for Our Patients

We are no longer using PATCHS for online requests.

From today, please use AccuRx to contact the practice and submit any online requests. We kindly ask that you do not send any further requests through PATCHS, as it will no longer be monitored.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we make this change. If you have any questions or need help using AccuRx, please contact the practice and our team will be happy to assist you.

Link to AccuRx:

Contact us about your request

24/06/2026

🚶‍♀️ Did you know? Every minute spent standing instead of sitting can benefit your health.

While you’re waiting for your appointment, why not stand up if you’re able?

✅ Improves circulation
✅ Helps reduce stiffness and muscle aches
✅ Encourages better posture
✅ Increases energy levels
✅ Supports long-term health and wellbeing

Small changes can make a big difference. Standing for even a few minutes helps break up long periods of sitting and keeps your body moving.

Next time you’re in our waiting area, consider taking a stand for your health!

💙 Stand up. Move more. Feel better.

Please only stand if you feel comfortable and safe to do so. Seating remains available for anyone who needs it.

23/06/2026

🦻 Hearing Support at Our GP Surgery

Do you have difficulty hearing?

We want to make it easier for you to communicate with us.

Please tell a member of staff if you:

* Are deaf or hard of hearing
* Use hearing aids
* Lip-read
* Use British Sign Language (BSL)
* Need information in a different format

We can help by:

✅ Speaking clearly and facing you

✅ Moving to a quieter area if available

✅ Providing written information when needed

✅ Writing down key information during your appointment

✅ Arranging communication support where appropriate

✅ Recording your communication needs on your patient record

If you wear hearing aids

Please let us know if you are having difficulty hearing during your appointment so we can find the best way to communicate with you.

Your communication needs matter

Under NHS accessibility requirements, we will do our best to provide information and communication support that meets your needs.

Please speak to reception if you need any assistance.

23/06/2026

The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings as temperatures are expected to rise significantly across parts of the UK, with the potential for record-breaking June temperatures.
Hot weather can affect anyone, but older people, young children, pregnant women and those with long-term health conditions are particularly at risk.

To stay safe:
☀️ Keep out of the sun during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm)
💧 Drink plenty of water and avoid becoming dehydrated
🏠 Keep your home as cool as possible by closing curtains and blinds
👒 Wear loose, light-coloured clothing and a hat when outdoors
👵 Check on older relatives, neighbours and vulnerable friends
🚑 Seek medical advice if you or someone else becomes unwell due to the heat

Please take care of yourself and others during this period of hot weather.

For the latest forecasts and weather warnings, visit the Met Office:
https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/news-and-media/media-centre/weather-and-climate-news/2026/red-extreme-heat-warning-issued-with-june-temperature-records-forecast-to-break

23/06/2026

YOUR FEEDBACK MATTERS! 💬🌟

📝 Have a suggestion?

😊 Received excellent care?

📢 Want to make a complaint?

We would love to hear from you.

As we do not have a suggestion box in reception, we welcome all suggestions, compliments, and complaints via email.

📧 Email us at: [email protected]

💡 Your feedback helps us:

* Improve our services
* Recognise staff who have provided excellent care
* Understand what matters most to our patients
* Address concerns and learn from your experiences

Thank you for helping us make Pennine Surgery the best it can be.

⭐ Your voice makes a difference ⭐

17/06/2026

📱 Access your health information anytime, anywhere with the NHS App!

Did you know you can view your medical records, order repeat prescriptions, and access trusted NHS health information directly from your smartphone?

If you would like access to your GP medical records through the NHS App, simply call the surgery or pop in and speak to a member of our team. We’ll be happy to help you get set up.

✅ View your medical records
✅ Order repeat prescriptions
✅ Access NHS health advice
✅ Manage your healthcare online

Ask at reception today and start making the most of the NHS App.