Ayton and Snainton Medical Practice

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

20/02/2026

Protected Time for Learning

The Practice is supported by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board to provide and facilitate important training and learning events for GPs and practice staff to help them keep up to date with relevant information and continue to deliver the services at the practice.

The practice will be closed from 12 noon on Wednesday 25th February 2026.

When the practice is closed, there will be an On-Call GP service running. In cases of medically urgent problems, please phone the practice for instructions on how to contact the On-Call GP service.

Please ensure you order/collect your medication in plenty of time.

Thank you.

19/02/2026

Last night the Rural Health Team visited Derwent Vale Farm Vets as they hosted an educational evening for local farmers.

It was great to be involved and be able to provide quick and opportunistic health checks to those attending and give a little support and advice around various health queries. Thank you to the Derwent Vale Farm Vets team for making us feel so welcome and including us in their evening.

https://www.facebook.com/derwentvalefarmvets

We will next be attending the Agricultural Business Day at Pickering Memorial Hall on the 6th March, so if you are planning on attending do pop by for a quick and free health check with the team.

19/02/2026

A new monthly dementia friendly walk and social meet up group is starting from Beeforth's Hive this month. See the poster for details. Dementia Forward

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

16/02/2026

***Important Information regarding the medication collection point***
If you have received a code to collect your medication from our collection point at Ayton Surgery, we would appreciate if you could do so as soon as possible as the collection point is currently full which is causing delays for other patients.
Thank 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/QZH850Yf7HP
Learn the truth about va**ng: https://ow.ly/5ajw50Yf7HR
Read about what smoking does to your heart and health: https://ow.ly/CLR550Yf7HS

15/02/2026

‼️ “No, I’m not overreacting, my body’s overreacting.” ‼️

That line from hits close to home. is not panic or fear. It is the body’s extreme, life threatening response to infection, and it can escalate fast.

Watch for T.I.M.E.
Temperature changes | Infection | Mental decline | Extremely ill

If these signs show up together, trust your instincts. Seek urgent medical care and ask the question that can save a life: Could it be sepsis?

Learn more at sepsis.org

14/02/2026

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/OFsc50YcP3Z
Check your blood pressure reading: https://ow.ly/Nn1c50YcP3Y
Read about smoking and your blood pressure: https://ow.ly/OcFs50YcP3W