Newhall Surgery

16/04/2026

❗INFORMATION - SPRING COVID VACCINES FOR UNDER 18'S❗

Vaccine supply for under 18s has been restricted nationally. As a result, certain providers have been commissioned to deliver vaccinations for those aged 5–17 years. If you or your child falls into this cohort, you will have been sent a message on how to book the appointment.

Providers delivering these services are:
Cohorts: 6 month -17-year-olds

Provider: Jaysons Pharmacy – Long Eaton
Address: 3 Market Place, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 1JL
Telephone: 0115 973 0353
Email: pharmacist.longeaton@googlemail.com

Cohorts: 5 -17-year-olds

Provider: Dronfield Healthcare Ltd T/A Dents of Chesterfield
Address: Avenue House Surgery, 109 Saltergate, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 1LE
Telephone: 01246 232858

16/04/2026

🎖Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Clubs🎖

The Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Clubs are informal, community-based organisations that provide a supportive and welcoming environment for veterans of the armed forces. These clubs aim to address the welfare needs of veterans through a variety of activities and initiatives. For a list of Breakfast Clubs, please search via the link, which will advise when the next meeting dates will take place: https://afvbc.com/armed-forces-veterans-breakfast-clubs-directory.

Please note, it is advised to contact the venue to ensure the details have not changed.

Local Clubs:
The White Hart, Ashby de la Zouch (Fourth Saturday)
The Albion, Burton on Trent (Third Saturday)
The Tall Chimney, Swadlincote (Third Saturday)
Sweet Caroline Cafe, Swadlincote (Third Saturday)

16/04/2026

Pregnancy, and becoming a parent, means big changes and it is not just mums who might need a little support. Dads and partners might need a helping hand too. https://derbyshirefamilyhealthservice.nhs.uk/our-services/pregnancy/dads-and-partners-matter-too

15/04/2026

❗ Staff Training - Practice Afternoon Closure - 15 April 2026 ❗

As part of the Continuing Professional Development of our staff, Newhall Surgery will be closed this afternoon between 1.30pm and 6.30pm.

Should you require medical assistance during this time please visit your local walk-in centre or urgent care centre or call NHS 111.

Should you require urgent medical assistance please visit your local A&E department or call 999.

For non-urgent medical or administrative help, you can contact us using Rapid Health - https://newhall-consult.uk.rapidhealth.co.uk/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJGGU1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe1g5sflJwV4TSQOqMScDbgfAlsQLFVSd4L6hKbzlPj9_szVcgqJ0kCqBQ_aem_s7eRT7qEYPFB41a6MFy1mw

This service allows you to tell us about your symptoms, ask questions, or request advice without needing to phone or attend the practice.

Your request will be reviewed by our clinical or administrative team. Submissions are reviewed during our normal working hours, and we will provide a response once your request has been assessed within one working day."

Thank you.

14/04/2026

April is IBS Awareness Month.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

It can be very frustrating to live with and have a big impact on your everyday life.

Find out more, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/

13/04/2026

❗PLANNED MAINTENANCE WORK AT RAGSDALE HOUSE❗

We would like to advise that should you have an appointment at Ragsdale House, Woodville, on Wednesday 15 April and Thursday 16 April 2026, there will be several temporary changes due to work being carried out in the reception and admin office areas.

These adjustments are essential to ensure patient safety, maintain service continuity, and to also allow contractors to complete the work efficiently.

Please Note:

• Contractors will be onsite, the morning of Wednesday 15 April 2026, with an anticipated completion date of Thursday 16 April 2026.

• A temporary patient entrance/exit will be in use to the rear of the property.

• Signage and directional arrows will be displayed to guide patients safely.

• Reception will operate from a temporary setup located in the 'vaccination room' near to the temporary entrance/exit.

• Patient flow will be reduced slightly for phlebotomy on Thursday 16 April.

• The 'vaccination room' will be used as a temporary waiting room and will be screened for privacy.

• When Patients receive their appointment reminder message, it will also state the use of the temporary entrance.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience during this time.

13/04/2026

12/04/2026

💜World Autism Acceptance Month - April 2026💜

The National Autistic Society is inviting everyone to come together for World Autism Acceptance Month to raise awareness and foster greater understanding of the autistic community. If you would like to get involved, please click on the link below.

Celebrate with us this World by joining the 5k sponsored and our new Spectrum run 10k in Battersea Park, London.

11/04/2026

🐰Easter Fund Raising🐰

Well done to all our staff at Newhall Surgery, who joined in our Easter fundraiser, "Guess the Name of the Easter Bunny". All proceeds are being donated to Breast Cancer .

The winning name was "Sprinkletoes", and the chocolate Easter egg prize went to
Dr Pipe for guessing correctly. Thank you for supporting a great cause.

10/04/2026

❗Spring COVID-19 Vaccinations❗

The Spring COVID-19 boosters will be taking place at Newhall Surgery this year for all our eligible patients:

• aged 75 or over
• aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment
• live in a care home for older adults

Eligible patients will receive a self-booking link to attend the practice and housebound patients will be contacted by telephone first to confirm whether they would like to receive their vaccination, after which appointments will be arranged for a home visit.

Planning is underway for our patients living in care homes.

Please note, our vaccination programme runs from 14 April to 30 June 2026 and there will be no need to call the surgery, as we will contact our patients directly.

You are also able to book your Covid vaccination via the NHS link (see below)
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-covid-19-vaccination/

Thank you for your cooperation.

Newhall Surgery

10/04/2026

💙 General Practice is the beating heart of the NHS.
This poster highlights everything that makes GP teams so vital — patient centred care, early intervention, continuity, prevention, and building trusted long term relationships.
A huge thank you to all our GP teams who keep our communities healthy and supported every day.

09/04/2026

❗Staff Training - Practice Afternoon Closure - 15 April 2026 ❗

As part of the Continuing Professional Development of our staff, Newhall Surgery will be closed on Wednesday 15 April 2026 between 1.30pm and 6.30pm.

Should you require medical assistance during this time please visit your local walk-in centre or urgent care centre or call NHS 111.

Should you require urgent medical assistance please visit your local A&E department or call 999.

For non-urgent medical or administrative help, you can contact us using Rapid Health: https://newhall-consult.uk.rapidhealth.co.uk/

This service allows you to tell us about your symptoms, ask questions, or request advice without needing to phone or attend the practice.

Your request will be reviewed by our clinical or administrative team. Submissions are reviewed during our normal working hours, and we will provide a response once your request has been assessed within one working day.

Thank you