Quinton Practice

17/11/2025

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that you experience during particular seasons or times of year. Depression is a low mood that lasts for a long time, and affects your everyday life
SYMPTOMS
Lack of energy
• Difficulty concentrating
• Not wanting to see people
• Feeling sad, low, tearful, guilty or hopeless
• Feeling anxious, angry and agitated
• Being more prone to physical health problems, such as colds, infections or other illnesses
• Sleeping too much, or difficulty waking up (common with SAD in winter)
• Sleeping too little, or waking up a lot (common with SAD in summer)
• Changes in your appetite, for example feeling hungrier or not wanting to eat
TALK TO SOMEONE
Samaritans – open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to listen to anything that's
upsetting you. You can call 116 123 (free from any phone),
email jo@samaritans.org or visit some branches in person. You can also call the
Welsh Language Line on 0300 123 3011 (7pm–11pm every day).
• SANEline – support for people experiencing a mental health problem or
supporting someone else. You can call them on 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–
10.30pm every day).
• Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) – support for anyone who wants to
talk. You can call them on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) or use
their webchat service.
For more options, see our resource on helplines and listening services. Mind's
Infoline can also help you find services that can support you.

14/11/2025

We say happy retirement to our secretary, Denise. She has dedicated 49 years to the NHS and is looking forward to enjoying retired life.
Thank you for everything, Denise! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

12/11/2025

👉 Our Drop-In service is live this week starting Friday 14th November ✨

If you’re experiencing domestic abuse, sexual violence, forced marriage or so-called honour-based violence, you can come and talk to us in a safe, women-only space.

✔ Emotional support
✔ Specialist information and guidance
✔ Safety planning
✔ Access to wider SWA services

🗓 Every 2nd & 4th Friday: 14th Nov / 28th Nov / 12th Dec
🕙 10am – 2pm
📍 SWA Women’s Centre, 2nd Floor, Civic Centre, Riverside, Stafford
💻 Or online via chat at staffordshirewomensaid.org

No appointment needed, just come along!

10/11/2025

Please note
The two minutes silence will be observed by Quinton Practice tomorrow.

10/11/2025

REMINDER: 🚨
Clinicians finish their clinics at 12.30 tomorrow due to protected learning provided by our commissioning board. This is compulsory.
Triage forms to be put in early for appointment anything else will be triage on Wednesday.

Thank you

05/11/2025

Men's Health Matters - see event

03/11/2025

Our first day of triage is complete.
This system is adding on your issue and this gets reviewed by trained clinicians who are best placed to assist you.
You complete a form via the app, website or via the link below.

PLEASE NOTE if you cannot do this you can call / attend and the staff will complete this form for you.

The team will always help you to get this submitted.

Contact us about your request

03/11/2025

REMINDER 🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨
Today we start total triage. Please complete your triage form for an appontment.
If you cannot do this please call or attend in the same we you did before. We will complete for you.

01/11/2025

Men's Mental Health Awareness Month is in November, which aims to raise awareness of the mental health challenges men face, encourage open conversations, and reduce the stigma around seeking help. The month-long event also focuses on physical health issues like prostate and testicular cancer, and su***de prevention, with the Movember campaign being a major initiative.

What the month is about
Raising awareness: It highlights the importance of mental health services tailored for men and addresses unique struggles men face due to societal pressures.

Encouraging conversation: It encourages men to talk about their feelings and health, both to their peers and with professionals.

Breaking the stigma: It seeks to change the societal expectation that men should "tough it out" and instead normalize seeking support and therapy.

Promoting well-being: It encourages healthier coping strategies and self-care routines, and addresses physical health concerns such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and su***de prevention.
Why it's important

High rates of su***de: Su***de is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK, and men are less likely to access psychological therapies.

Underlying issues: Societal pressure can lead men to hide their struggles, often masking them with alcohol, drugs, or escapist behavior, which can escalate to more serious problems.
Silence and isolation: Men are less likely to talk about their feelings, leading to silence, isolation, and a potential lack of recognition when they need help.

20/10/2025

Contact details in the poster - please contact if this applies to you

17/10/2025

COMMON QUESTIONS AROUND TOTAL TRIAGE :
💬 Common Questions
Q: Can I still see my GP face-to-face?
Yes – if the clinician reviewing your request decides that a face-to-face appointment is the best option, we’ll arrange that.
Q: What if I’m not good with technology?
That’s OK! You can still call or come to the reception desk, and we’ll help you through the triage process.
Q: Is this just about saving money?
No – it’s about providing safer, faster, and more appropriate care for everyone. We want to make sure patients get the help they need without unnecessary delays.
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📞 Need Help?
If you have questions about the new system, our reception team is happy to explain and guide you. You can also visit our website for more details:
🌐 Quinton Practice
📞 01922 415515

17/10/2025

🏥 Your GP Practice Newsletter
Big Changes to How You Access Care: Moving to Total Triage
Dear Patients,
We’re making an important change to how you contact and access services at our practice. From 3rd November we will be moving to a Total Triage system for all appointment and care requests.
This means every patient request will be reviewed by a clinical team before an appointment is offered. Whether your need is clinical or administrative, we will assess it first to ensure you get the right care, at the right time, from the right person.
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🤔 Why Are We Making This Change?
We understand that accessing GP appointments can sometimes be frustrating. We’ve listened to your feedback and looked at ways to improve. Here’s why Total Triage works better for everyone:
✅ Faster Access for Urgent Needs
Triage helps us prioritise patients based on urgency. You’ll be seen more quickly if your need is more urgent, and routine problems won’t block the system.
✅ More Efficient Use of Appointments
Many issues can be resolved without needing to come into the surgery – by phone, text message, video call, or even through advice we send. This frees up appointments for those who need them most.
✅ Improved Patient Safety
All requests are assessed by trained staff or clinicians. This helps us spot red flags early and ensure no one slips through the net.
✅ Reduced Waiting Times
By managing demand more effectively, we can reduce waiting times and improve availability overall.
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💻 How Will It Work?
1. You contact us (by phone or via our website)
2. You complete a short request form (or our receptionist helps you)
3. A clinician reviews your request and decides on the best next step:
o Same-day appointment (in-person or phone)
o Future appointment
o Advice or prescription without appointment
o Signposting to another service (e.g. pharmacy, physiotherapy)
Don’t worry – if you can’t use the internet, you can still phone us or come to the desk. Our team will help you through the process.
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👂 Your Feedback Matters
We know this is a big change, and we want to get it right. We’re here to support you and answer any questions.
We’ll be collecting feedback during the first few weeks to make sure the new system is working well for everyone.