Health Care First Partnership

26/03/2026

🌿 Social Prescribing Day – March 2026 🌿
Today is Social Prescribing Day, a chance to celebrate the support that link workers and community groups offer every day.

Social prescribing helps people improve their wellbeing by connecting them to non medical support, such as:
• Local activities and hobby groups
• Money, housing, or employment advice
• Volunteering opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Community exercise or walking groups

It’s all about seeing the whole person and helping them find the right support in their community.

Thank you to everyone involved in social prescribing, you make a real difference.

Contact us about a referral to Live Well Wakefield or refer yourself at https://www.livewellwakefield.nhs.uk/referrals/new

23/03/2026

Patient Update: One Year of Clinically Led Triage – What You Told Us

One year ago, our patients helped us choose a new way of working: Clinically Led Triage. This means that every request—online, by phone, or through Reception—is reviewed by a clinician. Their role is to make sure you receive the right care, from the right person, at the right time. You can choose your preferred surgery, and we aim to update you within four hours.

Over 600 patients shared their views this year. Here is what you told us, in your own words.

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21/03/2026

20/03/2026

We get many patients wanting to register, coming into collect the forms, but did you know that you can easily register online on our website. Register online here and you could be registered and seen same day - https://healthcarefirst.co.uk/joinpractice

Anyone in England can register with us. It's free to register. You do not need proof of address or immigration status, ID or an NHS number.

We are multi site, award winning practice in the five towns area. We see 100% of patients who wish to be seen within 2 weeks and over 70% of patients who wish to be seen same day. Our overall patient satisfaction is more than 80%.

If you have any questions or want further information, you can give us a call on 01977 664141 or come into surgery to see us!

19/03/2026

Meningitis B Outbreak – Patient Information

We are aware of the recent reports of a Meningitis B (MenB) outbreak and understand this may be worrying. We are following the latest guidance from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS and will update patients if anything changes.

MenB Vaccination

- The MenB vaccine has been part of the NHS childhood schedule since 1 September 2015.
- Children born before this date will not have received it routinely.
- There are currently no changes to the national vaccination programme.
- If guidance changes, eligible patients will be contacted.
- We are not able to offer MenB vaccination outside the NHS schedule at this time.

Who Is Being Offered Preventative Antibiotics?

UKHSA is currently offering antibiotics to:
- Students at the Canterbury campus
- Staff living in affected halls
- Anyone who attended Club Chemistry on 5th, 6th or 7th March
- Close contacts of the above groups

If you believe you are a close contact and haven’t received antibiotics, please contact UKHSA or inform the practice.

Symptoms to Watch For

Seek urgent medical help (999 or A&E) if you develop:
- Fever
- Severe headache
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Limb pain
- Cold hands/feet
- Drowsiness
- Rapid deterioration

Further Advice

For queries or if you think you may be affected, contact UKHSA:
0344 225 2861 – option 5
(This line is dedicated to meningitis-related enquiries.)

19/03/2026

We are recruiting for Care Navigators (Receptionists/Call Handlers)!

We are a 5 partner, multi-site GP practice dedicated to creating a friendly and caring environment. Our sites are in Methley, Normanton, Castleford, Airedale and Knottingley, so if you live local, why not apply?

Our Core Value:
🔵 To treat our patients as we would want our family to be treated.
Our Mission:
🔵 To be the GP provider of choice for our neighbourhood.

If you're a caring individual who treats others how you would want your family to be treated and you are motivated by helping people, then we want you on our team!

Please send your CV for the attention of Operations Manager, Elaine Jones, to wyicb-wak.hcfcareers@nhs.net.

For more information about us, please visit our website: healthcarefirst.co.uk

16/03/2026

🥗 Nutrition and Hydration Week – March 2026 🥤

This week is all about the basics that keep us healthy every day, eating well and staying hydrated.

Good nutrition and hydration support:
• Energy levels
• Concentration
• Physical health
• Recovery and wellbeing
Small daily habits can make a big difference, such as:
• Drinking water regularly
• Choosing balanced meals
• Adding fruit and vegetables where you can
• Checking in on friends or family, who may need help with eating or drinking

Nutrition and Hydration Week is a reminder to look after ourselves and support those around us.

Let’s make this week a prompt to build simple, healthy habits. 🥗💧

13/03/2026

💚 World Kidney Day 2026

“Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet”
Environmental factors like air pollution, heat stress, dehydration and extreme weather can raise the risk of kidney disease and make it progress faster.
At the same time, treatments like dialysis use large amounts of water, energy and single use plastics, which adds pressure on the environment.

This year’s message is simple:
💚 Protect people.
💚 Protect the planet.
💚 Support healthier kidneys and a healthier world.

? Take the 'Are Your Kidneys Healthy?’ quiz to find out!

👉 https://www.worldkidneyday.org/2026-campaign/

12/03/2026

Friends and Family Feedback

This month, 84.6% of patients rated their experience positively, and your comments celebrated kindness, professionalism and the feeling of being genuinely cared for.

Your feedback is powerful. Every comment helps us shape improvements across all our surgeries — and we’re grateful for every single one.

Click here to see what you said and we did!

Check out this A4 designed by Lee Duker.