The Gables Medical Group

20/02/2026

Using the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions is a quick and convenient way to manage your medicines without needing to contact your GP practice.

You can:
- Log in to the app
- Select your repeat prescription
- Choose your nominated pharmacy
- Track the status. all in one place.

The NHS App can also show when your prescription is ready to collect, helping save time and reduce unnecessary phone calls. You may also be eligible for free or reduced-cost prescriptions, depending on your circumstances, so it’s worth checking what support is available. 📱💊💙✨

Visit the NHS App homepage: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/
Step-by-step guide to prescriptions in the NHS App: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/help/prescriptions-in-the-nhs-app/
Find out about free or reduced-cost prescriptions: https://patient.info/treatment-medication/nhs-and-other-care-options/free-or-reduced-cost-prescriptions

19/02/2026

🏢 We're hiring for a Practice Nurse to join our Nursing Team on a fixed-term basis (maternity cover - 12 months). 👩🏻‍⚕️

Closing date: 18/03/2026, subject to change.

https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A5166-26-0003

18/02/2026

FAST awareness helps everyone recognise the signs of stroke and act quickly.

Stroke is a medical emergency, and getting help fast can save lives and reduce long-term disability. Knowing your risk factors, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, family history and lifestyle factors, can also help with prevention.

If you notice any signs of stroke, call 999 immediately. ⏱️🧠🚑✨

Learn the signs of stroke (FAST): https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stroke/symptoms/
Get stroke prevention advice and support: https://www.stroke.org.uk

17/02/2026

🏢 We're hiring for an Experienced Full/Part-time Medical Receptionist to join our busy reception team.👨🏻‍💻👩🏽‍💻

Closing date: 11/03/2026, subject to change.

https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A5166-26-0002

17/02/2026

Frailty is a health condition that can affect some people as they get older - but it does not mean giving up.

With the right support, many people living with frailty stay active, independent and well at home for longer.

Frailty is not an inevitable part of ageing. It can change over time, and early support can make a real difference.

If you’ve noticed changes such as feeling more tired, moving more slowly, or taking longer to recover from illness, a conversation with your GP or care team could help.

Frailty care is about planning ahead - with you, not for you.

16/02/2026

Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness of risk factors, symptoms and the importance of looking after your long-term health.

A family history of cancer, smoking, va**ng, poor diet and long-term acid reflux can all increase risk. Making positive lifestyle changes, such as stopping smoking or va**ng, can help reduce the risk of many cancers and improve overall health.

Knowing the signs and understanding risk factors can support earlier diagnosis and better outcomes. 🎗️🩺💙✨

Read about oesophageal cancer symptoms and treatment: https://ow.ly/a53n50Yf777
Learn the truth about va**ng: https://ow.ly/nFO750Yf77i
Read about what smoking does to your heart and health: https://ow.ly/Wt0a50Yf77I

13/02/2026

National Heart Month is a great time to think about simple ways to protect your heart and improve your long-term health. ❤️🩺💪✨

Checking your blood pressure, understanding your heart age and making positive lifestyle changes like stopping smoking can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Small steps taken today can make a big difference for your future heart health.

If you experience chest pain and tightness, or shortness of breath, call 999 📲

Calculate your heart age: https://ow.ly/3XCI50YcOJL
Check your blood pressure reading: https://ow.ly/PzoW50YcOJm
Read about smoking and your blood pressure: https://ow.ly/vHNk50YcOJO

12/02/2026

10/02/2026

Frailty support works best before a crisis happens.

Early, proactive care can:
✔ Help you stay independent
✔ Reduce hospital visits
✔ Make sure the right people know what matters to you

Support focuses on your health, your goals and your daily life - and is planned with you.

If you’re concerned about yourself or someone you care for, speak to your GP or care team about frailty support.

10/02/2026

It’s National HIV Testing Week 2026! HIV can affect anyone, and testing is a key part of efforts to stop transmission.

You can access testing via Northumbria’s Sexual Health Service (One to One Centre) in clinic or online. To access our home testing kit service visit this link STI home testing kits for over 16s :: https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/our-services/sexual-health-services/sti-testing/sti-home-testing-kits-over-18s

You can also access testing kits from Free HIV Kits for testing at Home | https://freetesting.hiv/

09/02/2026

HIV testing is quick, confidential and an important part of looking after your sexual health. Many people with HIV do not have symptoms, so testing is the only way to know your status.

Free testing options are available, including home testing and local services, making it easier than ever to get checked. Prevention, early diagnosis and effective treatment mean people with HIV can live long, healthy lives. 🧪💙🩺✨

Order a free HIV test: https://ow.ly/WnF450Y8L7R
Learn about HIV Prevention England and prevention support: https://ow.ly/29wo50Y8L7Y
Read about antibody and antigen tests: https://ow.ly/Syh250Y8L7X
Get information about HIV and AIDS: https://ow.ly/ETYf50Y8L7W