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Joined February 2019
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The Alton Practice@Alton_Practice
6 May 2023
GP surgery in the heart of Roehampton providing high quality patient centred care. Rated CQC Good Aug 2022 with free parking & blood tests on site. Accepting new patients, visit us in person or online at altonpractice.com to register & access a full range of NHS services šŸ©ŗ
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Jun 1
What is the Single Patient Record? The Single Patient Record will bring together your health information in one secure, easy-to-access place ā€“ giving you safer and more coordinated care when you need it. Swipe through to learn more ā¬‡ļø

Learn more

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The Alton Practice retweeted
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May 22
As the weather heats up this weekend, make sure you stock up on sunscreen! Even if itā€™s cloudy, UV rays can still cause sunburn. Follow this advice to avoid getting burnt, and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer. Visit our website for more info on sun safety ā¬‡ļø

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May 20
Cervical screening updates? Theyā€™re in the NHS App. Invitations, reminders and routine screening results are now in one place. Turn on notifications so you donā€™t miss important updates. If your result needs further follow-up, youā€™ll also be contacted directly by the NHS.

More info

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@NHSuk
Apr 11
Today is World Parkinson's Day. Parkinson's disease is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years. Learn more about the condition āž”ļø nhs.uk/conditions/parkinsonsā€¦
Illustration of two hands held up with visible shaking lines, representing tremors. NHS logo in the top corner and the words ā€œParkinsonā€™s diseaseā€ displayed at the bottom.

ALT Illustration of two hands held up with visible shaking lines, representing tremors. NHS logo in the top corner and the words ā€œParkinsonā€™s diseaseā€ displayed at the bottom.

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The Alton Practice retweeted
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Apr 7
From 7am today and continuing into next week, some NHS services will be affected due to strike action. Hereā€™s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time ā¬‡ļø

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@NHSuk
Mar 31
Make sure youā€™re prepared this Easter bank holiday ā€“ order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time, and check the opening hours of your local services. If you need urgent help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or calling.

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Mar 20
MenB needs close and prolonged contact to spread, such as living in the same household or intimate contact such as kissing or sharing drinks and vapes. It is not as contagious as other infections like measles or COVID-19. Learn more āž”ļø ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/18ā€¦
Meningitis B. How is it spread?

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Please join us for a cancer awareness and prevention webinar this evening - click to register - eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-reduā€¦
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The Alton Practice retweeted
NHS England
@NHSEngland
Feb 21
Searches for advice on high blood pressure surged in 2025, making it the second most-viewed condition on the NHS website. High blood pressure is a ā€˜silent killerā€™, and the NHS is urging people to get a simple blood pressure check. Read more āž”ļø england.nhs.uk/2026/02/peoplā€¦
Close up of patient having blood pressure checked. Text reads; Surge in people searching for blood pressure advice.

ALT Close up of patient having blood pressure checked. Text reads; Surge in people searching for blood pressure advice.

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The Alton Practice retweeted
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@NHSuk
Jan 22
If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.ā€‹ Call, go online or use the NHS App. Also available by NHS 111 BSL interpreter service at 111.nhs.uk or text relay on 18001 111
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Jan 11
Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP. Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.
Illustration of pharmacy shelves with medicines on them. On each box of medicine there is a condition and age criteria for the Pharmacy First service: Sore throat (5 years and over), Earache (1-17 years), Sinusitis (12 years and over), Infected insect bites (1 year and over), Impetigo (1 year and over), Shingles (18 years and over), Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (Women 16-64 years). Additional text reads 'Pharmacy First. Treatment for common conditions without a GP appointment'.

ALT Illustration of pharmacy shelves with medicines on them. On each box of medicine there is a condition and age criteria for the Pharmacy First service: Sore throat (5 years and over), Earache (1-17 years), Sinusitis (12 years and over), Infected insect bites (1 year and over), Impetigo (1 year and over), Shingles (18 years and over), Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (Women 16-64 years). Additional text reads 'Pharmacy First. Treatment for common conditions without a GP appointment'.

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@NHSuk
Jan 3
Temperatures are dropping across England. Cold weather can have a serious impact on health, particularly in older people and those with pre-existing health conditions. Find out how you can stay well this winter āž”ļø nhs.uk/staywell
Illustration of an elderly man sat indoors on a chair with a hot drink. He is wrapped in a blanket. The text reads 'Stay well this winter'. The NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT Illustration of an elderly man sat indoors on a chair with a hot drink. He is wrapped in a blanket. The text reads 'Stay well this winter'. The NHS logo is in the top right corner.

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@NHSuk
3 Dec 2025
Crohnā€™s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are Inflammatory Bowel Diseases that can cause gut inflammation and painful ulcers. Symptoms can mimic other conditions, so donā€™t self-diagnose. See your GP if you're worried. #CrohnsAndColitisAwarenessWeek

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UK Health Security Agency
@UKHSA
11 Nov 2025
Flu activity has risen unusually early this season, with many cases seen in teens & younger children. šŸ“ˆ If you've received a consent form from your childā€™s school for their free NHS nasal flu vaccine, donā€™t forget to sign it, pack it & hand it back to your childā€™s school. šŸ«šŸ“
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@NHSuk
13 Sep 2025
Today is World Sepsis Day. Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection which needs urgent treatment in hospital straight away. It can be hard to spot, so make sure you know the symptoms. Find out more āž”ļø nhs.uk/sepsis/
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@NHSuk
21 Aug 2025
Remember, whatever the outcome today, GCSE results don't define you! If you know someone who has received their GCSE results, it can be a good idea to find out how they might be feeling ā€“ and how you can support them if needed. Find out more āž”ļø nhs.uk/mental-health/childreā€¦
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The Alton Practice retweeted
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@NHSuk
18 Aug 2025
With the bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance. To find out how to do this, visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescripā€¦
An illustration featuring advice on ordering prescriptions ahead of the late may bank holiday. Text reads 'Remember to order your prescriptions ahead of the bank holiday weekend.'

ALT An illustration featuring advice on ordering prescriptions ahead of the late may bank holiday. Text reads 'Remember to order your prescriptions ahead of the bank holiday weekend.'

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The Alton Practice retweeted
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@NHSuk
20 Jul 2025
Know your units, know your limits. There isnā€™t a completely safe amount of alcohol you can drink, but you are at lower risk of harm if you drink 14 units or less a week. Tracking your units helps you stay in control. ā„¹ļø nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advā€¦
Illustration of a shot glass, a pint glass and a wine glass. Text on image reads: Alcohol units explained. Units are a simple way of expressing the quantity of pure alcohol in a drink NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT Illustration of a shot glass, a pint glass and a wine glass. Text on image reads: Alcohol units explained. Units are a simple way of expressing the quantity of pure alcohol in a drink NHS logo is in the top right corner.

Text on image reads: Knowing your units will help you stay in control of your drinking. There are three illustrations of different types of drinks showing a shot of spirit, pint of 4% lager and 250ml glass of wine. Shot of spirit = 1 unit Pint of 4% lager = 2.3 units 250ml glass of wine = 3 units NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT Text on image reads: Knowing your units will help you stay in control of your drinking. There are three illustrations of different types of drinks showing a shot of spirit, pint of 4% lager and 250ml glass of wine. Shot of spirit = 1 unit Pint of 4% lager = 2.3 units 250ml glass of wine = 3 units NHS logo is in the top right corner.

An illustration of a calendar. Text on image reads: If you regularly drink more than 14 units of alcohol a week, try having alcohol free days. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT An illustration of a calendar. Text on image reads: If you regularly drink more than 14 units of alcohol a week, try having alcohol free days. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

Illustration of a man sat in an armchair, reading a book and drinking from a cup. Text on image reads: If you weekly intake exceeds 14 units, consider incorporating alcohol-free days into your routine. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT Illustration of a man sat in an armchair, reading a book and drinking from a cup. Text on image reads: If you weekly intake exceeds 14 units, consider incorporating alcohol-free days into your routine. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

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The Alton Practice retweeted
NHS
@NHSuk
23 Jun 2025
Cervical screening invitations are now being sent through the NHS App for women and people with a cervix between the ages of 25 and 64. 1ļøāƒ£ Download the NHS App. 2ļøāƒ£ Turn on notifications. 3ļøāƒ£ Book and attend your appointment, when invited. More info āž”ļø nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/ā€¦
An NHS app style notification that reads "NHS Screening ā€“ You have a new message." Text reads: Cervical screening invitations are now sent through the NHS App. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT An NHS app style notification that reads "NHS Screening ā€“ You have a new message." Text reads: Cervical screening invitations are now sent through the NHS App. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

A tick and download icon. Text reads: Download the NHS App. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT A tick and download icon. Text reads: Download the NHS App. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

A tick and notifications icon. Text reads: Turn on your notifications. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT A tick and notifications icon. Text reads: Turn on your notifications. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

Text reads: when you are invited, book your screening. More information will be in your invitation. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

ALT Text reads: when you are invited, book your screening. More information will be in your invitation. NHS logo is in the top right corner.

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So proud of The Alton Practiceā€™s very own Dr F Hasan who was a guest speaker at the NHS Confederation conference in Manchester about the project she led which optimised Blood pressure control for 150,000 patients across 16 practices in Wandsworth, including Roehampton šŸ©ŗ šŸ’Š
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