Station Drive Surgery

03/02/2026

The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against serious illnesses like pneumonia & meningitis.

It is recommended for people at higher risk of these illnesses, such as babies & adults aged 65 & over.

The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against some types of bacterial infections that can cause serious illnesses like:
➡️ Meningitis (an infection in the brain and spinal cord)
➡️Sepsis (a life-threatening reaction to an infection)
➡️Pneumonia (an infection in the lungs)

To arrange an appointment or to find if you are eligible, please contact the surgery.

To find out more https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/pneumococcal-vaccine/

03/02/2026

TODAY!
'Men Like Us' has it's meeting in Ludlow!

Have you ever thought about joining MLU but not known if its for you?
Give it a go! Might be the best thing you ever do!

Relaxed and informal setting with a brew and biscuits if your quick enough!

2pm-3pm
St Peters Church, Henlow Road, Ludlow, SY1 1QZ

02/02/2026

Sexual Violence Awareness Week is a time to highlight support for anyone affected by sexual assault or sexual violence, including women and men. 💜

Help is available if you have experienced abuse, are worried about someone else, or need advice on staying safe. Confidential support, medical care, forensic services and sexual health checks (including STI testing) can be accessed through specialist services.

You are not alone, and support is there when you are ready.

➡Get personal safety & domestic abuse advice: https://ow.ly/63yw50Y5XCp

➡Read about sexual violence against men: https://ow.ly/C6fA50Y5XCa

➡NHS help after r**e and sexual assault (including SARC services): nhs.uk/SARCs

29/01/2026

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs):
What they are & what to do if you think you have one.

A Urinary tract infection (UTI) happens when bacteria enter the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, or kidneys. Whilst UTIs are more common in women, anyone can get one. Most UTIs are mild and easy to treat, but if left untreated, they can spread to the kidneys and cause more serious health problems.

Symptoms of a UTI:
- Burning or stinging sensation whilst urinating
- Needing to urinate urgently or more often than usual
- Waking in the night to urinate
- Cloudy, strong, or bloody urine
- Pain in the lower tummy or back (under the ribs)
- Feeling unwell, with fever or flu-like symptoms

🔶If you think you have an infection, please contact us to speak to our duty clinician🔶

Urine samples can only be brought to the surgery if they have been requested by a clinician. We will provide the sterile container for you, along with a form to be completed and brought in with your sample.

Women aged 16 to 64 years who are not pregnant or breastfeeding can go directly to the pharmacy for suspected UTIs, no appointment needed.

Please contact our friendly reception team if you would like any further information.

Find out about urinary tract infections (UTIs), including what the symptoms are, when to get medical advice, how they're treated and what a chronic UTI is.

27/01/2026

Today's the day! 🎉

The Women’s Health Hub opens its doors for the very first session. Come as you are, bring a friend and step into a supportive, inspiring space created just for you.

📅 27th January
⏰ 7.00pm – 8.15pm
📍 Hagley Place, Foldgate Lane, Ludlow
✨ FREE to attend – because your wellbeing deserves to come first.

26/01/2026

Bowel cancer screening in England is improving. Find out how ⬇

FIT kits, sent to everyone aged between 50 and 74, will now checked at a lower threshold. This means smaller amounts of blood in poo samples can be spotted — helping to find signs of cancer earlier, treatment can be more successful.

It’s the same simple test, just better at picking things up even earlier. Most people who use their kit won’t need further tests.

When your kit arrives, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.

Read more about bowel cancer screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and.../bowel-cancer-screening/

19/01/2026

We’re proud to be raising awareness of Jess’s Rule, an important patient safety initiative designed to support earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.

Jess’s Rule encourages GP teams to reflect, review and rethink when a patient presents three times with the same or worsening symptoms.

Jess’s Rule is named in memory of Jessica Brady, who tragically died from cancer at age 27 after her symptoms were not identified early enough. Her legacy is helping ensure that persistent symptoms are never overlooked.

What this means for you:
- Your concerns will always be taken seriously.
- If symptoms continue, escalate, or remain unexplained, we will take a fresh look.
- Our goal is earlier diagnosis, faster action, and safer care for everyone.

If you’re worried about ongoing symptoms, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Your health matters, and we’re here to listen.

15/01/2026

There's a free and confidential service in Ludlow for veterans and members of the UK armed forces community affected by drugs, alcohol and mental health.

13/01/2026

Please have a look at these posters for 4 events happening in January/February.

1. Empathy For Special Children – sessions run every Wednesday 3-6pm at Open Arms, Craven Arms SY7 9ND. The sessions are open to the whole family of any child or young person with or suspected of having a hidden difference - no diagnosis, name or label needed. The sessions are free to attend and all are welcome.

2. Love To Sing has a Free Dementia Friendly Session on Tuesday 27th January 2026, 2pm tea/coffee followed by session 2.30- 3.30pm at Oscars, Ludlow Assembly Rooms SY8 1AZ. Singing can improve your brain activity, wellbeing and mood! Love to sing? Enjoy meeting new people? Want to feel good? Are you affected by or care for someone who has dementia? JUST COME ALONG – NO NEED TO BOOK. Further dates: 24th February, 24th March, 28th April, 26th May Generously supported by Ludlow Hospital League of Friends

3. First Aid – A first aid awareness session for parents and grandparents is running on Thursday 5th February 10am to 1pm at the Quaker Meeting House. Doors open 9:30am with tea/coffee refreshments available. Small children can sometimes come with carer (we do not offer care ourselves) – please contact Colin on 01584 875946 or email colinsheward@yahoo.co.uk if you would like to attend.

4. Free Activities to promote physical activity for adults with a diagnosis of severe mental illness. Various activities are available; please email activitiesmiph@mpft.nhs.uk for information and to register.

09/01/2026

If you have an appointment booked, please do not put yourself at risk by trying to get here if it is not safe to do so.

Please ring us and we can alter your appointment to a telephone consultation or reschedule your appointment for another day. Our phone lines are open from 8am.

08/01/2026

08/01/2026

A weather warning for snow is in place for tomorrow. If you have an appointment booked, please do not put yourself at risk by trying to get here if it is not safe to do so.

If you can't safely get to us, you are welcome to ring us and we can alter your appointment to a telephone consultation or reschedule your appointment for another day ❄️