Alton Surgery

12/02/2026

✅Free test kit?
✅Plain packaging?
✅And you can do it yourself?

Yep, it really is that simple.

National HIV Testing Week is a good time to check your status – order your FREE test now 👉 bit.ly/3KzpQLD.

09/02/2026

It’s National HIV Testing Week!
Take a few minutes to order your free test kit – it’s quick, simple, and you can do it all at home 🏠

Get your FREE test now 👉 bit.ly/3KzpQLD.

Be part of the generation that stops HIV. Your body, your sexual health, your wellbeing – looking after them starts with you.

05/02/2026

📅Mark your calendar - Monday 9 February is the first day of National HIV Testing Week, and it’s never been easier to test.
Testing is quick, free, and fits around your life. Find the testing option that works for you 👇
bit.ly/4ivnp9i.

02/02/2026

📆 Don't forget our Alton Patient Participation Group annual general meeting is happening next week. Tuesday 10th February, 10:00am at Alton Surgery.

💡 You can join our patient group to share your thoughts and ideas on healthcare with the practice, making sure the patient voice is heard! Speak to a member of our team today for more information.

26/01/2026

🤝 A patient participation group, or PPG, is a volunteer group of patients who work collaboratively with the GP practice.

👍 They help plan and improve practice services by ensuring that the patient perspective is represented.

📅 Why not come to our Alton Patient Participation Group annual general meeting on the 10th of February, 10:00am, at the surgery to find out more. All patients are welcome!

21/01/2026

🧑‍⚕️Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 👨‍⚕️

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers and taking a few simple steps can make a big difference.

✔️ Attend your cervical screening when invited.
✔️ Ensure you have had your HPV vaccination if eligible, which helps protect against the virus that causes most cervical cancers.
✔️ Don’t ignore symptoms such as unusual bleeding, pain, or discharge. Speak to your GP.

Screening saves lives by detecting changes early, before cancer develops. If you’ve received an invitation, don't forget to book your appointment.

📍 If you have questions or need support with booking your screening, please contact the practice.

19/01/2026

NHS Prescription Exemptions – A Quick Reminder

💊 Some people are entitled to free NHS prescriptions, such as those who are under 16, over 60, pregnant, on certain benefits, or who hold a valid exemption or prepayment certificate.

☑️ If you’re claiming an exemption, please make sure your certificate is current and valid at the time of signing.

💸 Claiming incorrectly, or without a valid certificate, may result in an NHS penalty charge.

If you’re unsure whether you qualify, our dispensary team will be happy to help — just ask our dispensers before signing.

You can find out more about prescription exemptions and help with health costs on the NHS website 👇
https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/help-nhs-prescription-costs/free-nhs-prescriptions

18/01/2026

🌿 Community Wellbeing Day 🌿
Join Moorlands & Rural PCN for a free Community Wellbeing Day, open to all.

Get to know about local organisations who can offer you advice and support on health, wellbeing, benefits, mental health, carers’ support, energy advice and more.

📅 Wednesday 21st January 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Wellspring Methodist Church, Chapel Street, ST10 1DY

No appointment needed — all welcome and free refreshments are available.☕👍

16/01/2026

👂Having trouble with your hearing?
You can self-refer into NHS audiology services to get the support you need. Click the link below for more information and to find out if you’re eligible. 👇

As of 29 September 2023, people living in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent who are having problems with their hearing are being given the option to self-refer into NHS audiology (hearing) services if they are eligible.  Normally, people would have to have […]

13/01/2026

We’re seeking information regarding damage to a vehicle while parked at Alton Surgery on the morning of the 12th of January. If anyone was involved or may have witnessed the incident, we would appreciate you getting in touch with the practice.

Thank you for your help.

05/01/2026

⚠️❄️ Poor road conditions today

Due to poor road conditions, we kindly ask patients to only travel to the surgery if it is necessary.

Where appropriate, appointments will be delivered by telephone instead and those with booked appointments are being contacted.

Please contact the surgery if required and our team will be happy to advise.

Thank you for your understanding and please take care when travelling.

21/12/2025

📞 Anyone can contact Samaritans free any time from any phone, even from a mobile without credit. Call 116 123. Staffordshire County Council