Canvey Island Primary Care Network

27/12/2025

Patients registered at any Canvey GP practice can book appointments at our Saturday clinic. They are usually booked via your own practice during the week, but some on-the-day appointments may be available - please call 07542 905713 between 9am and 5pm today (Saturday). If the line is busy, please do keep trying - we do our best to return any missed calls. Appointments are held at Third Avenue Doctors Surgery.
👉 www.canveypcn.nhs.uk/out-of-hours-appointments

26/12/2025

There may be some changes to the opening hours of NHS services this Christmas. Make sure you know what to do if you feel unwell.

Find out about:
🔹 Support from your local pharmacy
🔹 Evening and weekend appointments from local GP surgeries
🔹 Go online at 111.nhs.uk or call NHS 111

For more details, visit: www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/health/support/bank-holiday-services

25/12/2025

Do you need health advice over Christmas and New Year bank holidays?

Think 111 first.

NHS 111 is available on the phone and online 24/7 at 111.nhs.uk

If you need urgent care, they will book you in to be seen quickly and safely.

Please remember A&E is for serious injuries and life-threatening emergencies ONLY.

For more info visit www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/health/support/nhs-111

23/12/2025

🚨 Need to see a dentist urgently? 🦷
Extra urgent dental appointments are now available.

Call NHS111, they can arrange an urgent care appointment at a local dental practice.

For more information and a list of urgent conditions 👇
www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/health/support/dentists

22/12/2025

Be prepared for the festive season by making sure you have all you need for those little bugs and upset tummies.

Keep common remedies for coughs, colds and headaches at home as well as items such as sticking plasters and bandages.

For more on what medicines and first aid equipment to keep at home, visit: www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/health/support/bank-holiday-services

Make sure you know what to do if you need medical help during a bank holiday with our handy guide to services.

16/12/2025

Make sure you have enough prescription medicine for the festive period. 💊
Many pharmacies and GP surgeries will need up to seven days’ notice to issue a repeat prescription.

Please order any repeat prescriptions you need as early as possible.

10/12/2025

If you're a patient at any Canvey GP practice, we'd love you to join our Virtual Patient Participation Group (PPG). Find out more about the group and how to sign up on our website: www.canveypcn.nhs.uk/virtual-views

10/12/2025

The Lung Cancer Screening team is coming to Canvey. If you're aged between 55 and 74 and have ever been a smoker (as indicated on your GP record), you'll be invited to take part. www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/news/lung-cancer-screening-comes-to-canvey-island

Did you know lung cancer is the UK’s biggest cancer killer?

Often symptoms don’t show until a later stage. The NHS Lung Cancer Screening programme identifies lung cancer early when it’s more treatable, saving more lives.

Find out more about the lung cancer screening by visiting https://orlo.uk/tg7ZU or call 0300 300 1557

02/12/2025

We'll be at the Castle Point Active Christmas Open Day at The Paddocks this Saturday (6 December 2025). It's going to be a great day for all the family, to celebrate the festive season. Come along between 10am and 2pm to say hi to the team!

We are delighted to invite you to The Paddocks Christmas Open Day, a joyful occasion designed to bring together families, friends, and members of our community in celebration of the festive season.

12/11/2025

We're really looking forward to attending the CAVS Voluntary Services Community Breakfast on 27 November. Please do come along and meet some of our team!

28/10/2025

Trust Links Charity is looking for volunteers to help make The Gunny a welcoming space for visitors. If you're interested in being part of this fantastic community project, why not go along to their drop-in session next Monday (3 November 2025)?

🌿 Want to get involved in your local community?

We're looking for volunteers to help make The Gunny a vibrant and welcoming green space for everyone! 🌼

Join us at one of our Volunteer Drop-In Sessions:

📅 Monday 27th October & Monday 3rd November
🕙 10:00 am – 3:00 pm (Tours start on the hour)

Come along for a tour, chat about the roles available, and enjoy a cuppa ☕ – why not bring a friend too?

✨ Be part of something special – your community needs you!
📍 The Gunny, between Cedar Road & West Crescent, Canvey Island SS8 9HH

ℹ️ More info: www.trustlinks.org

📞 Call Oz on 07864 665686