The Spa Surgery

The Spa Surgery Patient-focused GP Practice providing exceptional healthcare and diverse services.

We ask that comments of a personal nature are avoided on this public platform and any personal or specific concerns are directed through a confidential environment by contacting the surgery directly. You can also provide feedback via the NHS choices platform and we encourage you to join our Patient Participation Group where you can become an active part of guiding the development of our patient services. Contact details for Spa Surgery, NHS Choices and our Patient Participation Group can be found on our home page www.thespasurgery.co.uk

Salt plays an important role in the body, but too much can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease a...
20/03/2026

Salt plays an important role in the body, but too much can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Many processed foods contain hidden salt, so itโ€™s easy to consume more than recommended. On the other hand, very low salt levels can sometimes contribute to symptoms like muscle cramps, weakness or fluid balance issues, especially if combined with dehydration.

Staying well hydrated, keeping active and aiming for a balanced diet can help support healthy blood pressure. Understanding how salt affects your body can help you make informed choices. ๐Ÿง‚๐Ÿ’ง๐Ÿฉบโœจ

Learn about dietary salt and sodium: https://patient.info/healthy-living/healthy-eating/dietary-salt-and-sodium

Read about salt and your blood pressure: https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/your-blood-pressure/how-to-lower-your-blood-pressure/healthy-eating/salt-and-your-blood-pressure/

๐Ÿ“Š February Patient Feedback Update ๐Ÿ“ŠWe are absolutely delighted to share the results of our latest Friends and Family Te...
19/03/2026

๐Ÿ“Š February Patient Feedback Update ๐Ÿ“Š

We are absolutely delighted to share the results of our latest Friends and Family Test! Throughout February, we received 546 responses from our patients, and we are honoured by the feedback:

๐ŸŒŸ Over 95% of patients rated their experience at the surgery as โ€˜Goodโ€™ or โ€˜Very Goodโ€™.

Our team works incredibly hard to provide a high standard of care, and reading your kind words makes it all worthwhile. Whether it was a quick blood test or a complex consultation, we are pleased to know you felt supported and listened to.

A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to share their experience. We are committed to maintaining this level of service and will continue to use your feedback to improve our care even further. ๐Ÿ’™

Endometriosis is a long-term condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in places it shouldnโ€™t, ofte...
18/03/2026

Endometriosis is a long-term condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in places it shouldnโ€™t, often causing symptoms like painful periods, pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, pain during s*x, and fatigue.

Find out more here: https://ow.ly/lwWZ50YvnFb

If youโ€™re experiencing ongoing symptoms that affect your daily life, itโ€™s important to speak with a healthcare professional and describe exactly what youโ€™re experiencing. Early recognition, understanding family history and access to support and reliable information can help you get the care you need. Trusted resources are available to help you learn more about symptoms, management and support. ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿฉบโœจ

Read about endometriosis symptoms and care from the NHS: https://ow.ly/pg7A50YvnFg
Could bad period pains be endometriosis? Learn more: https://ow.ly/6YE850YvnFh
Find endometriosis publications and support: https://ow.ly/lhv350YvnFq

As you may be aware from the News there has been a meningitis outbreak in Kent, while this appears to be confined to Ken...
18/03/2026

As you may be aware from the News there has been a meningitis outbreak in Kent, while this appears to be confined to Kent, the NHS is asking people to be alert to any signs of symptoms.

If you think you or someone you look after may have meningitis or sepsis the NHS recommends that you call 999 or go to your nearest A&E

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Please note: the NHS does not currently offer the MenB vaccine to college and university students. They can currently only access this privately - many local pharmacy's offer this service.

Last week Tom Gordon MP joined us for a few hours at Spa to spend time with our staff and discuss the opportunities and ...
16/03/2026

Last week Tom Gordon MP joined us for a few hours at Spa to spend time with our staff and discuss the opportunities and challenges of General Practice today.

He chatted to our care navigators, nurses, doctors, pharmacists, our practice manager and the partners to understand:

- How we strive to look after all our patients, ensuring the voice of the vulnerable is heard.

- That we try our best to see those patients needing on-the-day care in the absence of an urgent treatment centre in our area.

- That continuity of care is important to us and challenging in a system that pushes more of our capacity to seeing patients on the day, reducing that needed for continuity.

- The support our staff need on those very difficult days when they are helping our patients who are struggling, bereaved or their frustrations or worries with their illness surface, and are projected on to our teams.

Tom was very supportive of the increasingly complex care we are delivering in an ever more challenging environment and we thank him for spending time with us to see it first-hand.

Good sleep habits are essential for both physical and mental wellbeing.Struggling to fall asleep or waking frequently du...
15/03/2026

Good sleep habits are essential for both physical and mental wellbeing.

Struggling to fall asleep or waking frequently during the night can affect mood, concentration and overall health.

Simple changes like keeping a regular bedtime, reducing screen time before bed, limiting caffeine and creating a calm sleep environment can help improve sleep quality.

Understanding the possible causes of sleep problems and accessing trusted advice can make a real difference. Better sleep supports better days. ๐Ÿ˜ด๐ŸŒ™๐Ÿ’™โœจ

Get NHS tips on falling asleep faster and sleeping better:
https://ow.ly/9JWg50YtiYB

Understand common causes of sleep problems:
https://ow.ly/FFQq50YtiYG

Watch helpful sleep videos and advice:
https://ow.ly/eV7m50YtiYC

Symptoms such as ongoing tiredness, swelling, changes in urination or persistent kidney pain should never be ignored. Li...
12/03/2026

Symptoms such as ongoing tiredness, swelling, changes in urination or persistent kidney pain should never be ignored. Lifestyle choices, hydration and underlying health conditions all play a role in kidney health.

There is also growing concern about ketamine use in young people, as it can cause serious damage to the bladder and kidneys, sometimes leading to long-term complications. Knowing the risks and acting early can help protect kidney function and overall wellbeing. ๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿ’ง๐Ÿ’™โœจ

Learn more about kidney health and support:
https://kidneycareuk.org

Take a kidney health check:
https://www.kidneyresearchuk.org/kidney-health-information/kidneyhealthcheck/

Read about ketamine risks and organ damage:
https://www.ukat.co.uk/addiction/drug/ketamine/

Young Carers Action Day shines a light on the incredible young people who help care for family members, often balancing ...
11/03/2026

Young Carers Action Day shines a light on the incredible young people who help care for family members, often balancing responsibilities at home with school and friendships.

The 2026 theme focuses on Action for Equality, calling for better recognition, improved support in schools, access to training and employment opportunities, and meaningful breaks so young carers can thrive just like their peers.

Some young carers may miss school activities or struggle with their mental health due to caring responsibilities, which is why awareness and understanding matter. Schools, organisations and communities can access resources and posters to help raise awareness and ensure young carers are not held back. ๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŒŸโœจ

Learn more about Young Carers Action Day 2026:
https://carers.org/young-carers-action-day/young-carers-action-day

Access awareness resources:
https://www.twinkl.co.uk/event/young-carers-awareness-day-2026

10/03/2026

Tomorrow is No Smoking Day, a great opportunity to take the first step towards a smoke free future.

Smoking harms nearly every organ in the body and increases the risk of heart disease, cancer and stroke. Some people turn to va**ng to help them quit smoking, but itโ€™s important to understand the facts, including concerns often raised about โ€œpopcorn lungโ€ and other myths.

Getting the right information and support can help you make an informed decision and move towards better health. Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your body. ๐Ÿšญ๐Ÿ’™โœจ

Learn what you need to know about va**ng:
https://ash.org.uk/key-topics/va**ng-what-you-need-to-know

Read va**ng myths and the facts:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/va**ng-to-quit-smoking/va**ng-myths-and-the-facts/

Get free NHS quit smoking support:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

08/03/2026

๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ปโ€™๐˜€ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† is a time to celebrate womenโ€™s strength and resilience, and also a reminder to prioritise your health. Attending cervical screening and breast screening when invited can help detect changes early, often before symptoms appear, improving outcomes and saving lives. ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ’—๐Ÿฉบโœจ

๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด : https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ป ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜ ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด (๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—บ) : https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/

Looking after your mental health is just as important, especially if current media stories feel overwhelming or triggering.

๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—ก๐—›๐—ฆ ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜ : https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/

๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—น๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฎ : https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-to-look-after-your-mental-health-on-social-media

With Motherโ€™s Day approaching, this time of year can also bring up feelings of grief and bereavement for many people, and support is available if you need it. Taking care of your physical and emotional wellbeing matters.

๐—š๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐— ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟโ€™๐˜€ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† : https://www.cruse.org.uk/understanding-grief/managing-grief/grieving-on-mothers-day/

Ovarian Cancer Awareness is a reminder to know the symptoms and act early. Symptoms can be vague and may include:- persi...
04/03/2026

Ovarian Cancer Awareness is a reminder to know the symptoms and act early.

Symptoms can be vague and may include:

- persistent bloating
- tummy pain
- feeling full quickly
- needing to wee more often
- unexplained changes in appetite

If you notice ongoing symptoms that are unusual for you, itโ€™s important to speak to your GP. When discussing symptoms, let your doctor know about any family history of cancer, not just ovarian cancer and not only in parents or siblings, as this can help assess your overall risk.

Keeping up to date with cervical screening when invited is also an important part of protecting your gynaecological health. Early action can make a real difference. ๐ŸŽ—๏ธ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿฉบโœจ

Learn more about ovarian cancer: https://ow.ly/treC50YlTRi

Read about spotting the signs and acting early: https://ow.ly/AJrI50YlTRq

03/03/2026

International Womenโ€™s Day is coming up, and weโ€™d like to take a moment to recognise and celebrate the women in our community and within our team.

At The Spa Surgery, 84% of our staff are women, and weโ€™re proud to be the only practice in Harrogate with an all-female partnership.

Itโ€™s also a timely reminder to prioritise your own health, whether thatโ€™s attending breast screening, booking your smear test, discussing menopause symptoms, or seeking help for painful periods.

If youโ€™d prefer to speak to a female GP or member of staff, just let us know when booking your appointment.

Weโ€™re here to support you.

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The Spa Surgery, Mowbray Square Medical Centre
Harrogate
HG15AR

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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+441423503218

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