The Lakeside Practice

27/03/2026

❗ Important Information for Lakeside Patients ❗

Changes to our Appointment Booking System – From 1st April 2026

Last year, we introduced changes to how patients access appointments by moving to a total triage model. While we understand this approach did not suit everyone, feedback from our Friends and Family Test showed that most patients were satisfied with this way of working.

However, due to changes in the NHS England 2026/27 contract, which come into effect from Wednesday 1st April, we are required to make further adjustments to how we operate.

What is changing?

📞 Urgent / Same-day appointment requests
These must be requested by telephone or by coming into the practice.

💻 Routine appointment requests or queries
Please complete the online triage form, available Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:30pm.

If you are unable to complete the form yourself, our reception team will be happy to help complete it on your behalf. However, if you are able to submit the form independently, please do so to help keep phone lines free for our most vulnerable patients.

👩‍⚕️ Important
All requests - whether urgent or routine - will continue to be clinically triaged before an appointment is offered. This helps ensure you are seen by the right clinician the first time.

📅 Please note: These changes will not take effect until Wednesday 1st April. Until then, please continue submitting your requests as usual.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

20/03/2026

What the headlines tell you and what is actually happening are two completely different things.

This video from Dr Dean Eggitt of Doncaster Local Medical Committee (LMC) is worth a watch 👇

https://youtu.be/TpFmPuRv9h0

It’s worth hearing directly from someone on the frontline of general practice about what’s really going on behind the scenes.

In this video, Fran and Dr Dean talk through the new 2026-2027 GP contract update in a way that’s easy to follow, even if you don't work in the NHS.We explai...

20/03/2026

20/03/2026

MenB needs close and prolonged contact to spread, such as living in the same household
or intimate contact such as kissing or sharing drinks and vapes.

It is not as contagious as other infections like measles or COVID-19.

Learn more about meningitis, including how to spot it and when to get help if you need it.

➡️ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/18/meningitis-b-outbreak-what-you-need-to-know/

20/03/2026

Meningitis B vaccination is being offered to those at highest risk from the current outbreak
in Kent.

Check to find out if that includes you.

➡️ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/20/who-is-eligible-for-the-menb-vaccine-and-do-i-need-it-myself/

03/03/2026

🌸Women's Wellbeing Hub Competition 🌸

03/03/2026

🌸 Women’s Wellbeing Hub – March Session 🌸

This month we’re talking Diabetes 💙

Join us for a friendly, supportive session where you can chat with Dr Karen Forshaw about managing diabetes, pre-diabetes and all things health & wellbeing.

We’re delighted to be joined by Reed Wellbeing’s Diabetes Prevention Health Coach, so whether you’re looking for advice, support, or just a cuppa and conversation – we’d love to see you!

🗓 Friday 6th March
⏰ 10am – 12pm
📍 Bullcroft Memorial Hall, Carcroft

☕ Enjoy a coffee and a biscuit while you connect and ask questions.
👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly – children welcome (activities available).

Stay connected and receive Hub updates by joining our Facebook Group or emailing: Katherine.maguire@doncaster.gov.uk

23/02/2026

🎉🎈 You’re Invited to a Family Friendly Games Afternoon! 🎈🎉

Join us as we celebrate The Jackson Hope Foundation’s 2nd Birthday with an afternoon packed full of fun, laughter and prizes! 🥳

📅 Sunday 1st March
⏰ 1pm – 3.30pm
📍 Alexander House, High Street, Askern, DN6 0AB
🎤 Hosted by Stevie Michaels

✨ What’s happening?
🧠 FREE Fun Quiz
🎟️ FREE Prize Bingo
🎶 Boogie Bingo & Seaside Bingo (£1 per game)
🥪 FREE buffet for everyone attending

Whether you’re a regular at our groups or visiting us for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you for an afternoon of family fun! 💛

Tag your friends, bring the family and come celebrate with us! 🎊

23/02/2026

🟣 Myth Busters: ReSPECT Plan – South Yorkshire 🟠

There are lots of misconceptions about the ReSPECT plan – so let’s set the record straight 👇

❌ MYTH: The form must be purple
✅ FACT: It can be purple, black & white, or another approved format

❌ MYTH: Not all sections need completing
✅ FACT: All sections should be completed to ensure clear guidance

❌ MYTH: Only one ReSPECT plan is allowed
✅ FACT: Patients can have more than one – but version control is essential

❌ MYTH: The ReSPECT plan is legally binding
✅ FACT: It’s a guide to treatment, used alongside clinical judgement and Advance Care Plans

ReSPECT plans help ensure a person’s wishes and clinical recommendations are clearly recorded and understood 💬

📲 Scan the QR code on the poster or visit:
southyorkshire-icb.nhs.uk for more information.

20/02/2026

New Armed Forces Veterans Drop-In – Askern

Are you a veteran living in or around Askern? Join our friendly new Armed Forces Veterans Group for support, connection and a brew.

📍 Askern Library
📅 Monday 2nd March
⏰ 10am
☕ Tea & coffee provided

This is a relaxed drop-in space to meet other veterans, share experiences, and find out what local support is available. No need to book – just come along.

For more information, contact Graeme on 📞 07483 415986

Please share to help us reach local veterans who may benefit 🇬🇧

19/02/2026

Important Update

We are relying on a huge generator to keep us up and running and feeling hopeful we are back to business as usual . Apologies for the disruption to our service . Our staff have already been contacting patients to reschedule appointments and will continue to contact anyone who needs to be seen . Please bear with us and be kind to our staff who have been working since before 7am this morning to get the practice up and running again 🙏

Thank you
The Lakeside Practice

19/02/2026

IMPORTANT MESSAGE

Following yesterday’s power cut , the practice still remains without phones and internet access. Unfortunately we will not be able to take any calls until this is resolved . We are working with our partners to get this sorted ASAP . Please also note until we have resolved these issues , we will not be able to answer any queries at reception desk

Please bear with us 🙏

Thank you
The Lakeside Practice