The White Horse Medical practice

24/11/2025

This evening at 6pm

24/11/2025

17/11/2025

A Christmas invitation...

14/11/2025

📣 Join Us for in Faringdon!

Throughout November, the Oxfordshire Men’s Health Partnership is running its campaign, encouraging everyone, especially men, to have a meaningful conversation every day.

As part of this initiative, Healthwatch Oxfordshire will be in Faringdon town centre on Wednesday, 26th November from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

The goal? To have 30 chats with working men about health, well-being, and what matters to you.

✅ Pop by, say hello, and share your thoughts.
✅ Let’s break the stigma and start talking about men’s health.

Your voice matters, come and chat with us!

14/11/2025

✅ Important Patient Notice – Scam Alert

We have been made aware of fraudulent calls and text messages claiming to be from White Horse Medical Practice. These messages are NOT from us.

They may:

⚠️ Ask you to update your bank details for prescriptions
⚠️ Invite you to book a flu vaccine

Please remember:

✔️ We will never ask for your bank details by phone or text.
✔️ Do not respond to these messages or share any personal or financial information.

✅ How to Recognise and Avoid NHS Scams
Unfortunately, scammers are targeting patients by pretending to be from the NHS. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe:

🚫 Common scam tactics:

• Fake phone calls, emails, or texts asking for personal details or payment for services like the NHS App or COVID Pass.
• Threats to remove you from your GP list if you don’t provide information.

✔ The NHS will NEVER:

• Ask for your bank details or payment to book an appointment.
• Contact you out of the blue to “update your records” over the phone.

How to protect yourself:

✅ Be sceptical of unsolicited contact.
✅ Verify the caller or sender: hang up and call your GP practice using the official number from our website.
✅ Don’t click on links in suspicious emails or texts.
✅ Never share personal or financial details.

If you think you’ve been targeted:

❌ Do NOT respond or click any links.
❌ Hang up immediately.

📞 Report it:

• National Cyber Security Centre: www.ncsc.gov.uk
• Police (non-emergency): Call 101
• NHS Counter Fraud Authority: 0800 028 4060

06/11/2025

🚧 Road Works Around Faringdon 🚧

A quick heads-up for everyone — there are road works taking place around Faringdon, which may cause some delays getting into town.

If you’ve got an appointment with us, please leave a little extra time for your journey so we can make sure all our patients are seen promptly and appointments run smoothly.

Thanks so much for your understanding and patience!

04/11/2025

Applications are open for Fern Meadows Extra Care Housing in Faringdon.

Fern Meadows offers 60 modern homes for people aged 55+ with care needs – 45 for rent and 15 for shared ownership. Residents live independently in self-contained apartments with care and support available on site.

Facilities include a café, hair salon, lounge, activity room, guest suite, gardens and secure mobility aid storage.

Find out more: https://news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/extra-care-housing-scheme-faringdon/

28/10/2025

🎄 WHMP Giving Tree 2025 – Spread the Joy! 🎁

You might have spotted a Christmas tree appearing in our foyer already... yes, we know it’s only November! 😅 But there’s a very good reason — our WHMP Giving Tree is back!

This wonderful tradition is a chance to support three amazing local charities this Christmas:
✨ The Pump House
🐾 The Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary
🌿 Root & Branch
🐱 Purr Rescue

Here’s how you can get involved:
1️⃣ Select a Tag – Visit the reception area from November 1st and pick a tag from the tree. Each tag lists a specific need for one of the charities.
2️⃣ Purchase & Wrap – Buy the item listed, wrap it up, and add a little festive love.
3️⃣ Return – Attach the tag to your gift and place it back under the tree.

🎁 All gifts must be returned by December 10th.

Your kindness will go a long way in helping local people and animals this Christmas. Let’s make the season brighter together! 🌟

❤️ Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Any questions? Please contact Shell.cozens1@nhs.net

15/10/2025

Do join us from 6 to 7pm in the meeting room at WHMP. Just turn up.

14/10/2025

⚠️ Important Notice from White Horse Medical Practice ⚠️

Some patients may receive an email from Engage Consult about losing access to your account. Please be assured, these emails are legitimate.

If you use Engage Consult regularly, it’s possible the message refers to an older or secondary account you may not be aware of.

To make sure you don’t lose access, please follow the instructions in the email and log in using the link provided.

Thank you for your understanding!

White Horse Medical Practice