Stickney Surgery

19/03/2026

MENINGITIS INFORMATION

The meningitis B vaccine was brought into routine childhood vaccines from 1st September 2015 onwards. For children born prior to this date they will not have received meningitis B as part of their schedule. There are no current changes to the vaccine schedule advised by public health. If and when that changes, eligible patients will be contacted.

Prophylactic antibiotics are currently being offered to:
Students at Canterbury campus,
All staff who live in the affected halls of residence,
Anyone who attended Club Chemistry on 5th, 6th and 7th March
Those who have been in close contact of any of the above people.
Please contact UKHSA immediately on the number below, or let us know, if you feel you are a close contact and have not been treated.
If you are a close contact please be alert to symptoms of meningococcal disease and septicaemia (including fever, headache, rash, vomiting, limb pain, cold hands/feet, drowsiness or rapid deterioration) and call 999 or attend A&E immediately.

We are unable to provide vaccination for meningitis B at this time to those not due this as part of their immunisation schedule.

If you have further questions call the UKHSA (UK Health Security Agency) on 03442252861 and select option 5 (option dedicated to meningitis queries).

Thank you for your cooperation
Stickney Surgery

18/03/2026

📣 PLEASE BE AWARE THE SURGERY WILL BE CLOSED FROM 1PM FOR STAFG TRAINING 📣

Thank you for your cooperation
Stickney Surgery

18/03/2026

🌈 Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 🌈

Neurodiversity Celebration Week takes place from 17–23 March 2025, a time when people across the UK are encouraged to celebrate neurodiversity and challenge the stereotypes that often surround it.

Neurodiversity is a word that describes the many different thinking styles that shape how people understand and interact with the world. It’s an umbrella term that includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and Tourette’s — recognising that every mind works differently, and that these differences are part of what makes our communities stronger.

✨ A great reminder that different minds bring different strengths — and all are worth celebrating!

You can find Autism and ADHD support groups on H.A.Y Lincolnshire: https://haylincolnshire.co.uk/support/

16/03/2026

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been confirmed in Kent. Sadly, 2 people are known to have died. It's important to know the signs of symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia. Get more info from NHS.
🔗 nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis

27/02/2026

🌿 Living Well Together – Supporting People with Persistent Pain 🌿

Do you live with ongoing pain? You’re not alone.

Join our 6-week Living Well Together programme to learn practical self-management and coping techniques, connect with others, and gain support from our Health & Wellbeing coaches.

📍 Sessions available online and face-to-face
📅 Community-based and supportive environment

For more information or to book your place:
📞 07554 557830
📧 licb.firstcoastalpcn@nhs.net

Take the first step towards living well with pain 💙

25/02/2026

We’re Hiring! 💊✨ Join Our Dispensary Team

We’re looking for a Dispenser to join our friendly GP Surgery team.

🔎 For full details about the role and how to apply, please click the link below.

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Apply to Dispenser jobs now hiring in Stickney on Indeed.com, the worlds largest job site.

19/02/2026

18/02/2026

What is a Patient Services Advisor? Formally known as Receptionist..

This reflects the wide range of responsibilities they carry out each day to support both our patients and our clinical team.
Patient Services Advisors are your first point of contact with the surgery. They:

✅ Greet and direct patients
✅ Answer phone calls and respond to queries
✅ Book appointments
✅ Process information and paperwork
✅ Support the clinical and administration teams
✅ Liaise with external services and healthcare providers

⭐️ They are trained to ask certain questions. They may ask, “Why do you need to be seen?” This is to make sure you receive:

• the most appropriate medical care
• from the most appropriate health professional
• at the most appropriate time

⭐️ Patient Services Advisors are asked to collect brief information from patients to:

• help doctors prioritise home visits and phone calls
• make sure all patients receive the appropriate level of care
• direct patients to a nurse or another health professional, rather than a doctor, where appropriate

⭐️ Patient Services Advisors, like all members of the team, are bound by confidentiality rules:

• any information you give is treated as strictly confidential
• the surgery would take any breach of confidentiality very seriously and deal with it accordingly
• you can ask to speak to an advisor in private, away from the reception desk
• if you feel an issue is very private and do not wish to say what it is, this will be respected

Our team manages a high volume of calls daily, and we appreciate your patience and kindness. It can be a challenging role, but they are here to help - and a little kindness goes a long way.

*no real patient data was used during this photo*

13/02/2026

✨ Science of Happiness – 4 Week Course ✨

What if happiness wasn’t just a feeling, but a skill you could develop? Available at Alford or Spilsby.

Join us for this inspiring 4-week course (2 hours per week) designed to help you build a practical, personalised toolkit of happiness-enriching habits. Together, we’ll explore what happiness truly means to each of us and learn simple, effective strategies to promote wellbeing in everyday life.

Each week focuses on a different theme, with resources for your journal and fun, light-hearted practical activities – all in a relaxed and supportive space to chat and share experiences.

🎁 Plus, you’ll receive a take-home wellness goodie bag at the end of the course, including treats such as a massage ball, bath bomb and wax melt.

Weekly Themes:
🌿 Week 1: What does happiness mean to me?
💛 Week 2: Building a positive relationship with ourselves and others
🌈 Week 3: Discovering contentment and resilience through life satisfaction
🧠 Week 4: Understanding emotions, thoughts and reactions to strengthen emotional intelligence

Activities include:
🤣 Laughter Yoga
🍫 Chocolate meditation
🍑 Fruit pastel challenge
🌬 Breathing and relaxation exercises

If you’re ready to invest in your wellbeing and learn practical tools to feel happier and more resilient, we’d love to welcome you.

Get in touch to find out more or book your place 💫

12/02/2026

🌸 Menopause support 🌸

Nobody should feel they have nowhere to turn during menopause.

Menopause Support is now offering FREE 45-minute telephone or video consultations for those experiencing financial hardship.

You’ll have the opportunity to speak with a professionally nurse-trained menopause advisor who will:
✔️ Listen to your concerns
✔️ Answer your questions about all aspects of menopause
✔️ Provide factual, evidence-based information
✔️ Write a letter to your GP if needed

Their mission is simple – to ensure every woman has access to trusted information and support to make informed choices.

If you, or someone you know, could benefit from this support, please get in touch:

📧 hello@menopausesupport.co.uk

🌐 www.menopausesupport.co.uk

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04/02/2026

💛 World Cancer Day – 4 February 2026 💛

Today is World Cancer Day a global day to raise awareness about cancer, support those affected, and remind everyone that we’re stronger together.

This year’s theme celebrates the fact that every person’s cancer journey is different but together we can make a real difference in prevention, early detection, treatment, and support.

👩‍⚕️ To all our patients, carers and loved ones:
• 💪 You are not alone your courage and resilience matter.
• 🧠 Early detection saves lives - please don’t delay important health checks, screening, or symptoms you’re concerned about.
• 🤝 We are here to support you every step of the way.

Let’s use today to share hope, support each other, and spread awareness of how we can all take action - from healthy lifestyle choices to speaking up about symptoms early.

❤️ Together, we see the person before the diagnosis.

👉 Learn more and get involved:

An international awareness day led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise worldwide attention and inspire action for a cancer-free future.