Medwyn Surgery

17/02/2026

Since 2022, Surrey County Council has worked with partners across the county to run their Warm Welcome scheme – these are local venues that residents can access for a free hot drink and other support services between November and March.

If you are feeling the cold over the next few days, this is the perfect time to visit a Warm Welcome venue.

Warm Welcome venues are open to all residents and are safe and friendly places in Surrey where you can pop in to keep warm, have a hot drink and enjoy the company of others.

Find your nearest Warm Welcome using the link in the comments!

11/02/2026

UPDATE: This post has been amended to a course start date of Monday 23rd March, thank you!

Are you someone who worries a lot and struggles with anxiety?

We can help you manage using proven techniques delivered in a caring and supportive environment.

Our therapists, Amber and Matthew, will work with you to increase your tolerance of uncertainty and strengthen your problem-solving skills - giving you the confidence to use practical strategies to help you regain control.

Our next 7-week online 'CBT for Worry' course starts Monday 23rd March (5:30pm - 7pm) - perfect if you only have evening availability.

You can self-refer, places are FREE and available if registered with a GP.

👉 https://dhctalkingtherapies.co.uk/cbt-for-worry-generalised-anxiety-disorder/

09/02/2026

08/02/2026

🧠 What really causes migraines?

We know many of our patients live with migraine. This BBC article takes a look at what might be going on in the brain and why migraines can be so complex and difficult to predict:

If you’re affected by migraine, the NHS page has clear, reliable information on symptoms, common triggers, treatments and when to seek medical advice.

👉 NHS migraine information: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/migraine/

If your migraines are frequent, keeping a simple migraine diary (noting sleep, food, stress, hormones and medication) can really help you and your GP spot patterns and plan treatment.

👉 The Migraine Trust:
https://migrainetrust.org/understand-migraine/

Scientists are inching closer to understanding why migraine occurs, how it can be treated and why it is a chronic, whole-body experience. https://bbc.in/3On8K4Z

08/02/2026

Important Safety Update on GLP-1 Medicines

The UK medicines regulator – the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) – has updated guidance for both prescribers and patients taking GLP-1 receptor agonist medications. These medicines (such as semaglutide and tirzepatide) are commonly prescribed for type 2 diabetes, weight management, and cardiovascular risk reduction.

Key points from the updated guidance:
- GLP-1 medicines remain safe and effective for most people when used as prescribed.
- However, there is a small risk of severe acute pancreatitis, a serious inflammation of the pancreas, associated with these medications.
- Patients are encouraged to be aware of the symptoms, which include:
➡️ severe and persistent stomach pain (which may spread to the back)
➡️ nausea and vomiting.
If you experience these symptoms while taking a GLP-1 medicine, seek medical advice promptly.

These updates help patients and healthcare teams recognise rare but serious side effects early.

Being informed helps you get timely care and ensures your treatment remains as safe as possible.

08/02/2026

New Scientific Evidence Offers Reassurance about Statin Safety

A major new analysis published in The Lancet has found that the vast majority of side effects commonly blamed on statins are not actually caused by the medication itself. Researchers reviewed data from 19 large clinical trials involving over 120,000 people, and most symptoms listed on statin information leaflets occurred just as often in people taking a placebo as in those taking statins.

This includes effects like memory problems, depression, sleep disturbance, weight gain, nausea and fatigue - none showed a meaningful increase in people taking statins.

Only a very small number of side effects, such as minor changes in liver blood tests, were found to be slightly more common with statins, and these were rare and generally not serious.

Most importantly, the evidence strongly continues to show that statins are safe for most people and can significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular events when prescribed appropriately.

https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/statins/

03/02/2026

Different types of cancer all have their own symptoms. Speak to your GP if you notice symptoms that are not normal for you.

If something in your body doesn’t feel right, and you’re worried it could be cancer, contact your GP practice.

Know what's normal for you. Get to know your body and be aware of any new or concerning changes.

Read more about cancer symptoms ➡️ nhs.uk/cancersymptoms

03/02/2026

28/01/2026

📢 Carers Information Drop-In Event

Are you supporting a family member, friend or neighbour who couldn’t manage without your help?

Join this drop-in session to learn about the support available for carers in the community.
Find out about:
✅ Financial support
✅ Practical help
✅ Wellbeing resources
✅ How to connect with local services

🗓Wednesday 4th February 2026
🕐 1pm to 3pm
📍 Bookham Scouting Centre

✨No need to book

26/01/2026

Bowel cancer screening is a test you do at home that checks for signs of bowel cancer. It's offered to people aged 50 to 74.

26/01/2026

We have added over 45 new virtual bus stops to our Surrey Connect service to make travelling by bus more accessible. Half of these have been as a result of requests from residents using the service and telling us where additional stops should be added.

If you live or are travelling in an area where Surrey Connect operates and there is not a bus stop within walking distance to you or your destination and no other local bus routes are available, please get in touch and request for a virtual stop to be added.

How to make a request?

Email:
surreyconnect@surreycc.gov.uk

Call:
Central Surrey: 0300 123 7751
North and Southwest Surrey: 01483 744807
East Surrey and Reigate area: 01883 701278

Find out more about Surrey Connect including where it operates in the link below

25/01/2026

Call NHS 111 or see your GP if you think your child has croup. Although it's usually mild, your child may need treatment, and your GP may prescribe medicine to help shorten the illness.