Dr Baxter and Partners

13/11/2025

With the rise of patients presenting with Flu like symptoms we are running another Flu clinic this Saturday 15th November from 8.30 am to 10.30 am for any of our eligible registered patients. No need for an appointment just come to the surgery.

Please do not turn up if you are feeling unwell as we would not be able to vaccinate you.

Check to see if you are eligible https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine/ Do not come down if you are not eligible as you will be turned away.

Find out about the flu vaccine for adults, including who should have it, how to get it and side effects.

05/11/2025

Over bonfire night weekends, the NHS website information on burns and scalds gets about one visit every 30 seconds.

If you need it, you can find first aid advice and information on when to seek treatment for burns on the NHS website.

➡️ http://nhs.uk/conditions/burns-and-scalds/

29/10/2025

If you need the emergency contraceptive pill, you can now get it free from pharmacies across England — without needing an appointment with your GP or at a sexual health clinic.

Pharmacists can provide advice and support. Find your nearest participating pharmacy: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health-services/find-emergency-contraception/

24/10/2025

This month is and we are ready to support you. Let's quit smoking together.

There’s lots of information available on the NHS Better Health website http://nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/

21/10/2025

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.

16/10/2025

From Monday 27 October 2025, there will be a change to the way postnatal community care is delivered.

To align our community care approach with the wider Trust, we are introducing the below:

• Women / birthing people will receive a home visit following discharge from hospital. At this visit, a risk assessment will be made to determine the pattern and location of postnatal visits.
• Day 3 in-clinic appointments will no longer be offered routinely.
• Day 5 and Day 10 appointments will continue to be offered at the Community Hubs, as usual.

To find out more, please visit our website: www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/news/update-to-postnatal-community-care-at-bedford-hospital

14/10/2025

📢 Practice Closure Notice

Dr Baxter & Partners will be closed on Wednesday 15th October 2025 between 14:30 – 18:30 for essential staff training.

📞 All practice calls will be handled by the NHS 111 service during this time, and our reception will not be available.

👉 If you need medical help, please call NHS 111.
🚨 In an emergency, always call 999.

Thank you for your understanding.

10/10/2025

🌍💚 World Mental Health Day 💚🌍

Today – and every day – let’s take a moment to look after our mental health and check in with those around us. Remember: you’re never alone, and support is always available.

Here are some brilliant resources that can help 👇

🧠 Every Mind Matters – Expert advice and practical tips to help you care for your mental health and wellbeing.
👉 www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters

💬 SHOUT – Free, 24/7 text support for young people aged 11–25.
📱 Text SHOUT to 85258

👨 Heads Up – Men’s mental health support and information.
🔗 https://thisisheads-up.uk

💚 Mind BLMK – Mental health support across Beds, Luton & Milton Keynes.
📞 0300 330 0648 | 🌐 www.mind-blmk.org.uk

☎️ Samaritans – A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day.
📞 Call 116 123 | 🌐 www.samaritans.org

🌈 The Hub of Hope – The UK’s leading mental health support database. Find local help near you.
🔗 hubofhope.co.uk

✨ Take care of your mind today – and every day.

08/10/2025

A big Thank You

We recently received some lovely drawings and a letter from the Rainbows. We have displayed them in the waiting room for all to enjoy.

01/10/2025

24/09/2025

📢 Practice Closure Notice

Dr Baxter & Partners will be closed on Thursday 25th September 2025 between 14:30 – 18:30 for essential staff training.

📞 All practice calls will be handled by the NHS 111 service during this time, and our reception will not be available.

👉 If you need medical help, please call NHS 111.
🚨 In an emergency, always call 999.

Thank you for your understanding.

19/09/2025

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