The New Surgery

14/11/2025

This year, the theme of Anti-Bullying Week is ‘Power for Good’.

Every year, bullying impacts on the lives of so many people, and silence means it carries on. Use your ‘Power for Good’ to speak up and raise awareness when you see bullying, face to face or online.

Help us spread the 'Power for Good' message online! We've created everything you need to help you get involved in Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good on social media.

14/11/2025

Seven in ten people of working age are living with diabetes. The workplace can present many challenges to manage this condition.

This World Diabetes Day, it’s a new opportunity for inclusivity and change at work.

13/11/2025

If you’re retired and struggling with costs this winter, check if you’re eligible for the winter fuel payment.

If you were born before 22nd September 1959, you could get help to pay your heating bills for the winter of 2025 to 2026.

Winter Fuel Payment helps older people with their heating bills - claim form, how much you get, eligibility

12/11/2025

40% of children were bullied over the last year. Bullying can be in person or online, and includes physical, verbal, emotional and discriminatory behaviour (e.g., racist, homophobic, disability-related).

Let’s use our ‘Power for Good’ and stop this harmful behaviour this Anti-Bullying Week.

Advice for parents and carers to help keep children safe from bullying, wherever it happens.

12/11/2025

Movember

*Trigger warning*

Did you know that in the UK, three out of four suicides are by men? This has to change. This month is a time to focus on men’s mental health, prevention and health promotion.

Have you noticed a friend’s change in mood? Maybe they’re not around as much, or they’re going through life changes?

Reaching out can make all the difference.

Changes in behaviour can be a sign of poor mental health. Learn how to spot the signs and support a friend who might be struggling.

11/11/2025

Today, we remember.

On Remembrance Day, we honour the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives in service for our freedom.

At 11am, please join our silence to reflect, respect and never forget.

11/11/2025

We’re proud to be a Veteran Friendly Accredited GP practice and to support our veteran community this Remembrance Day.

We know that this Remembrance Day is likely to be particularly challenging for the many veterans in our community and we want you to know that we are trained and committed to effectively identifying and supporting your health needs.

As a Veteran Friendly Accredited practice, our team:

- recognises the importance of identifying veteran patients within our community
- understands the unique health needs that veterans may have
- strives to provide veterans with the very best care and support
- knows about the specialist veteran healthcare services that exist
- undertakes regular training and development to ensure we’re able to deliver the very best care to veterans in our community and meet the health commitments of the Armed Forces Covenant

If you’re a veteran patient, please do let us know that you have served so that we can make sure you receive the most appropriate and best care, if and when you ever need it.

You can learn more about the accreditation and how it supports veteran patients, here:

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10/11/2025

Don't forget, you can now book the following appointments on your app:

- Smear Tests
- Diabetes Review
- B12 Injections (after seeing a GP)
- Pill Check
- Copd Reviews
- Asthma Reviews
- Baby Immunisation

10/11/2025

To celebrate the start of Anti-Bullying Week, Odd Socks Day is held in many schools, and even in some workplaces! It’s all about celebrating what makes someone unique, showing how we are all different, and that acceptance is key!

Thousands of kids and adults will be wearing odd socks this week and there's a really good reason why!

09/11/2025

9th November, Social Media Kindness Day, is the annual reminder of the need to post thoughtfully all year round.

We understand that it can be difficult to get an appointment sometimes, or you may have to wait for a callback, but we’re doing our best to help you while under huge pressure. Our team are people too, and online posts left in frustrated haste can be hurtful.

In a world where you can be anything, be kind!

07/11/2025

Did you know lung cancer can affect anyone, not just smokers? This month is a great opportunity to raise awareness of this devastating disease and to help save lives.

If you find that any of the following symptoms are affecting you, and last more than three weeks, make an appointment with your GP:

• Persistent cough
• Coughing up blood
• Chest pain or shortness of breath
• Unexplained weight loss or fatigue
• Repeated chest infections

Early detection saves lives.

The Macmillan Support Line offers confidential support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. If you need to talk, we’ll listen.

06/11/2025

We are pleased to announce that you can now book and manage certain routine appointments online, 24/7, using the NHS App.

The following appointment types are now available for online booking:

- Asthma Reviews

- COPD Reviews

- Diabetic Reviews

- Cervical Smear Appointments

- Baby Immunisations (Baby Imms)

- B12 Injections

- Pill Checks

Booking online is quick and easy, saving you time and giving you more flexibility.

- Download the NHS App from the App Store or Google Play.

- Log in

- Go to "Services"

- Select "Check for available GP appointment"

- Use the drop-down menu to select the type of appointment you need, such as a flu vaccination or blood test. If you're unsure, click the plus symbol for guidance.

View and choose from the available appointment slots. You can often filter by date and even a specific practice member.

We hope this new service makes it more convenient for you to manage your healthcare.

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