Front Street Surgery

03/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came in to write a message in Dr Orr’s retirement book. 🙏 A big thank you for those who donated to his leaving gift and for the various cards and gifts. He was blown away by the generosity and kind words. We bought him an e-reader with the donations - so he’s all set for his travels ( after his summer of golf. )⛳️

It’s been an emotional time at the practice as he’ll be greatly missed by us all. 😢

However we look forward to taking Front Street Surgery in to a new chapter. 😊

25/05/2026

Final reminder - the books will be available for your message to Dr Orr until Thursday. Thank you

12/05/2026

Join the team at Poppleton coffee on the green this Saturday from 10am–12 noon! ☕🍰

Come along and enjoy a lovely morning with delicious homemade cakes and hot drinks, plus a tombola and a book stall to browse.

It’s the perfect way to start your weekend, and we’d love to see you there!

12/05/2026

Today is International Nurses' Day and we want to give a huge shout out our wonderful Practice Nurses. Here at Front Street Surgery; Amanda, Anna, Hannah & Helen provide a vital role caring for our patients. Their resilience, dedication, professionalism and kindness inspire us every day!

12/05/2026

Are you overdue your cervical screening (smear test)? If so, there is a drop in clinic this Saturday.

YSH York & North Yorkshire

Hello, we're YorSexual Health. We offer free and confidential NHS sexual health services across York and North Yorkshire.

Did you know we run walk in cervical screening (smear test) clinics? Our next one in York is:

📍 Monkgate Health Centre, YO31 7PB
📅 Saturday 16th May 2026
⏰ 9am - 12pm.

Around 1 in 3 people in England are currently overdue their screening. If that's you, and your cervical screening has been sitting on your to-do list for a while, this is a your sign to come and get it done. Screening is quick and could save your life!

To come along, you’ll just need:
✅ Your screening invite (usually on the NHS App, or by letter if you’re overdue)
✅ Your NHS number

You don't need:
❌ Loads of enthusiasm - we get it, and will have you in and out in no time!
❌ A fresh wax - come as you are, we're just happy to see you.

If you’d rather book a time instead, that’s absolutely fine too – just give us a call on 01904 721111. We have clinics 6 days a week across the whole of the region, so we're bound to fit you in at a good time for you.

Not due yet? Keep an eye out – we’ll be running more walk-in clinics throughout the year.

You can also find more info about cervical screening here: yorsexualhealth.org.uk/wellbeing/cervical-screening/

12/05/2026

Calling all carers... please note this evening advice line.

York Carers Centre

Our Evening Advice Line at York Carers Centre is open every Wednesday, 5–8 pm. Just call 01904 715 490 to speak directly with our friendly advisers ☎️

We can offer you guidance on:
✔️ Benefits advice
✔️ Your carers’ rights
✔️ Paying for care
✔️ Carers breaks & respite
✔️ Blue Badges
✔️ Lasting Power of Attorney
✔️ Support for carers
✔️ Carers assessments of need

And much more. We’re here to support you🩷💚

Whether you’re new to caring, need support with paperwork, or just want to understand your options better, give us a call this Wednesday evening.

You can also speak to the team during office hours, which are: Monday - Friday, 9.30 am – 4.30 pm (4 pm on a Friday), or email [email protected]

08/05/2026

Walking is good for everyone – people who walk or wheel regularly report being happier, less anxious and have a stronger sense of community.

Will you join Living Streets’ and go for a walk or wheel every day this May? livingstreets.org.uk/nwm

02/05/2026

A useful reminder ….

With the bank holiday weekend coming up, it’s a really good time to check that you have a well-stocked first aid kit at home or in your car.

Things like plasters, antiseptic cream & painkillers can help you deal with minor accidents & injuries.

What should I keep in my first aid kit? - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

02/05/2026

As the weather gets warmer it will be great to open windows and let the fresh air in. But toddlers and young children are at greatest risk of falling out and suffering serious injuries. Partly because their heads are heavy compared with their body so they can easily topple.

Fortunately, it doesn’t take much to keep them safe.

Learn more about falls from windows: https://capt.org.uk/falls-from-open-windows/

29/04/2026

Just a reminder - remember to pop in to either branch and leave your retirement message for Dr Orr. There are some wonderful messages left already, we can't believe he only has 4 weeks left in the practice 😢