Springfield Surgery

04/03/2026

Please note, due to unforeseen circumstances, our dispensary will be closing at 5pm today. Apologies for any inconvenience.

04/03/2026

Childhood obesity is rising rapidly, particularly among children of primary school age. It leaves them with life-long risks such as a greater risk of issues such as diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. Now is the time to take action.

This is how to help:
Increase exercise – think about joining a club or team
Get out for walks with your family to increase your steps
Choose snacks such as fruit and raw vegetables instead of processed foods
Control portions at meal times
Aim for five portions of fruit and vegetables per day
This guide may help: https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/childrens-health/overweight-children

On World Obesity Day, we’re taking steps to reduce the prevalence of weight concerns and the associated long-term health risks. If you’re suffering with diabetes, hypertension or both, you can take part in this online weight management programme: https://www.england.nhs.uk/digital-weight-management/

02/03/2026

Did you know, over the past ten years there has been no improvement in ovarian cancer survival rates? This Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, it’s time to make a change. Often symptoms can be missed and diagnosis can be late. If you’re struggling with persistent bloating, pain around the tummy, difficulty eating or feeling full, or a change in urination habits, you may find this checker useful:
https://ovarian.org.uk/ovarian-cancer/ovarian-cancer-symptoms/ovarian-cancer-symptoms-checker/

26/02/2026

You should make sure you wash your hands thoroughly. It’s especially important to wash your hands:
After using the toilet or changing a nappy
Before and after handling raw foods like meat and vegetables
Before eating or handling food
After blowing your nose, sneezing or coughing
Before and after treating a cut or wound
After touching animals, including pets, their food and after cleaning their cages
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/best-way-to-wash-your-hands/

25/02/2026

PLEASE NOTE
We will be closed for staff training from 12.30pm today, and will re-open again tomorrow.
This closure includes our dispensary, phone lines and online triage.
If you have an urgent medical issue during this time, please call 111 or 999.
Thank you.

24/02/2026

Northamptonshire Carers need YOUR voice!

Have your say. Are you a carer in Northamptonshire?

Whether you support a parent, partner, child, friend or neighbour - your experience matters, and we want to hear from YOU.

Northamptonshire Carers is launching an All-Age Carers Survey 2026, and your honest feedback will play a vital role in understanding the real challenges and needs of Carers across Northamptonshire. This will aid Northamptonshire Carers in shaping the future need of support in our county.

Take the survey here: http://lght.ly/hmgb35m

The survey is completely anonymous. The deadline is Friday 27th March 2026.

23/02/2026

This year, Eating Disorders Awareness Week focuses on the importance of community in supporting people with eating disorders. Community ensures that people with eating disorders aren’t alone on their journey.
https://edaw.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

18/02/2026

If you’re an older adult, or you care for an older adult, Age Concern can offer help, support and advice to help you stay healthy and well, to ensure older age is enjoyable.
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/

16/02/2026

If you’re really struggling to feed yourself or your family, foodbanks could help you manage for a few days. They can also help and signpost you to other support. https://www.trussell.org.uk/emergency-food/find-a-foodbank

13/02/2026