Nene Valley Surgery

05/03/2026

04/03/2026

We’re pleased to be launching a new Parent Support Group at Nene Valley Surgery for parents and carers of children aged 0–4 years 💚

This group will be a welcoming space to connect with other families, share experiences and access support during those early years.

To help us make the sessions engaging for little ones, we would really welcome donations of good quality toys, books and play mats suitable for ages 0–4. If you have anything you’d like to donate, these can be brought to reception at the surgery.

Thank you for helping us create a warm and supportive space for local families 💛

Parent and Child Stay and Play

A new 'Parent and Child Stay and Play' group will be starting at Hermitage House Care Home from 30th March.

Please see attached poster for more information.

04/03/2026

We’re proud to share that some of our team at Nene Valley Surgery are taking part in Pretty Muddy in support of Cancer Research UK 💚

They’ll be getting well and truly muddy to help raise funds for life-saving research through Race for Life Pretty Muddy, organised by Cancer Research UK.

Cancer touches so many families in our community, and we’re incredibly proud of our staff for stepping up to support such an important cause.

If you’d like to support them and donate, please visit their fundraising page https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/team/nene-valley-surgery. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference.

Good luck to our muddy team – we’ll be cheering you on all the way! 💛

05/01/2026

How to Take a Charcoal Swab and Attach the Label Correctly

19/12/2025

We’re so grateful to our wonderful community and Patient Participation Group (PPG) for supporting our surgery!

On 13th December, a fundraising event was held at Hermitage House to help raise funds for new surgery equipment, and thanks to the generosity of local businesses, patients, staff, and PPG members, we raised £80! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who donated gifts and gave their time – your support makes a real difference to the care we can provide. 💙

13/08/2025

Please note, if you would prefer to have your COVID vaccination separately from your flu vaccination, we will be holding a number of dedicated clinics between October and December. There’s no need to worry if you cannot attend the dates listed below.

29/07/2025

Dispensary Update

From 1st September, our dispensary opening hours will be changing to: 🕘 09:00 – 12:00 🕑 14:00 – 18:00 These longer opening hours will enable us to better support our patients and provide improved access to our services.

08/07/2025

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) for Weight Management – Patient Update

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) has recently been approved by NICE for weight management. However, it is not currently available for routine prescribing in GP surgeries.

The medication will be introduced gradually, beginning with individuals who meet specific clinical criteria. It must be provided as part of a comprehensive package of support, including diet and lifestyle changes (known as “wraparound care”).

We kindly ask that patients do not contact the surgery about Mounjaro® at this stage. GP practices are unable to prescribe it until local NHS services are fully prepared.

Further details can be found on the Northamptonshire ICB website. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

https://www.icnorthamptonshire.org.uk/tirzepatide?fbclid=IwY2xjawLaDrFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETB0cnhOell4a2g1M2M0VTNkAR7yPapZ7xLda-oHYSeZeov_GhwToD-bkUMsB4iuDUGfBXIPf416LPSfp0Ixgg_aem_ztB2aZh2eEwrWLRkeQ0GoQ

On 23rd December 2024, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)  published a Technology Appraisal for tirzepatide for managing overweight and obesity (TA1026). This Technology Appraisal makes tirzepatide available for weight management, under the brand name Mounjaro®. Unlike pr...

08/07/2025

Emergency alert testing 7th September 2025
The national system for sending emergency alerts to mobile phones in the UK will be tested again this September, the government has said.

It will see compatible phones vibrate and make a siren sound for 10 seconds while displaying a message at 15:00 BST on 7 September, even if they are set to silent.

The alerts are intended for situations in which there is an imminent danger to life, such as extreme weather events or during a terror attack.

The government stresses that emergency alerts should remain switched on, but has published a guide for domestic abuse victims on how to opt out.

Read more at: https://www.gov.uk/alerts/operator-testing

Last time Refuge produced a really helpful video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2MBcHwmiy8

28/10/2024

If you see someone having a seizure or fit, these 6 simple steps are useful to know. This advice applies to adults only.
You may also need to call an ambulance, so it’s important to know when to call 999.
It might be scary to witness someone having a seizure or fit, but do not panic.
For more advice visit:https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/what-to-do-if-someone-has-a-seizure-fit/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGMrh5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHSXp2PGA-M5G68lLvL8oE2VdnheNkFaJOv9gHw4ob7nqVsvpb3_NWCEiog_aem_TC72W-4I1r8OjdVXzevQQw

16/10/2024

We are excited to share that our recent fundraising event that was held during our flu clinics raised an incredible £408.33!

We are truly grateful for the generosity of our community. A huge thank you to all our staff and Patient Participation Group members for their contribution of cakes and time.

Thank you once again for your amazing support!