The Castle Practice

11/03/2026

Today is No Smoking Day, a great opportunity to take the first step towards a smoke free future.
Smoking harms nearly every organ in the body and increases the risk of heart disease, cancer and stroke. Some people turn to va**ng to help them quit smoking, but it’s important to understand the facts, including concerns often raised about “popcorn lung” and other myths.
Getting the right information and support can help you make an informed decision and move towards better health. Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your body. 🚭

https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

13/01/2026

💚 Love Your Liver 💚

Did you know your liver performs over 500 vital jobs to keep you alive? That’s why it deserves some love. While the liver can repair itself, it can only do so up to a point — and sadly, liver disease often has no symptoms until it’s advanced and harder to treat.
You can help protect your liver by making small, positive changes:

✔️ Eat a balanced diet
✔️ Drink plenty of water
✔️ Cut down on alcohol
✔️ Take medicines at the correct dose
✔️ Practise good hygiene to reduce the risk of hepatitis

Find out more about Awareness Month https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/love-your-liver-month/

18/12/2025

A big thank you from us here at The Castle Practice to all our patients bringing gifts and wishing us well this holiday season. Your generosity and kind words mean a lot.

04/12/2025

10/10/2025

📢 Our drive through flu clinic will be operating again tomorrow morning between 8am and 12pm at our Tidworth Surgery.

If you have an appointment please try and stick as close to the given time as you can to help the flow of traffic.

Please be mindful if traveling in that direction that traffic may occur. Our Doctors, Nurses and Admin teams will be working as quickly as possible to get everyone through 📢

25/09/2025

📢 Service update - we are currently experiencing temporary IT problems, affecting our access to systems.

Our team is working hard to resolve these issues as quickly as possible.

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

- The Castle Practice

01/08/2025

From next week we will start inviting those who are eligible for the Flu vaccine. Please see below to check if you are eligible for the vaccines this year.

If you are eligible, please do not contact the practice, we will send you your invitation in due time.

24/07/2025

With Measles cases rising in England. It is important that you make sure you and your child are up to date.

Measles spreads easily and can cause serious illness, especially in babies, pregnant women and those with weak immune systems.

For more info, click the link below:
https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmr-vaccine/

17/06/2025

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION for women using weight loss or diabetes medicines such as Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Wegovy

The MHRA has updated its guidance on "skinny jabs". Here's what you need to know:

🚫 These medicines must not be used during pregnancy, when trying to conceive, or while breastfeeding.
💊 If you're taking Mounjaro and are overweight, oral contraceptives may be less effective. You should also use another form of contraception, like the implant, coil, or condoms.
🛑 Never buy these medicines from social media, beauty salons, or any other unregulated sources.
📢 Report any side effects or fake products via the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme.

Dr Alison Cave, the Chief Safety Officer said:

“Skinny jabs are medicines licensed to treat specific medical conditions and should not be used as aesthetic or cosmetic treatments. They are not a quick fix to lose weight and have not been assessed to be safe when used in this way.”

“Our guidance offers patients a “one stop shop” for our up-to-date advice on how to use these powerful medicines safely.”

For more information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/women-on-skinny-jabs-must-use-effective-contraception-mhra-urges-in-latest-guidance

12/05/2025

🌍💙 Happy International Nurses Day! 💙🌍

Please take time to show your appreciation for our Nursing Team who play a vital role within the NHS, and supporting our local patients, by saying “Thank You”, especially this week!

Nurses are the backbone of healthcare—working tirelessly to care, heal, and support us all. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Today, we celebrate their dedication, compassion, and resilience. Thank you, nurses, for everything you do! 🏥👏

01/05/2025

There are two bank holiday weekends in May in which the practice will be closed.

Monday 05th May
Monday 26th May

Please make sure you order any of your repeat prescriptions in good time so you do not go short over the bank holidays.

You can order your repeat prescription via the NHS app, to download and find out more, please click the link below.

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

16/04/2025

Please note: We will be closed over the Easter bank holiday weekend from 18/04/25 to 21/04/25.

Remember: If you require any urgent medical assistance while we are closed, please phone 111. In an emergency, always dial 999.

You can also access 111 online, by clicking the link below. https://111.nhs.uk/

Our normal service will resume on Tuesday 22nd April. We hope you all have a wonderful Easter.