Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership

01/04/2026

From today, 1 April 2026, NHS Surrey Heartlands and NHS Sussex Integrated Care Boards have merged to form NHS Surrey and Sussex

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27/03/2026

Don’t forget you can request repeat prescriptions online and via the NHS App 📲

For more information on pharmacies, including opening hours over bank holidays, visit surreyheartlands.org/pharmacies

27/03/2026

Hospital services are currently very busy across Surrey.

Help us protect emergency care for those who need it most by choosing the right service for your symptoms.

This guide shows you where to go for the right care.

Using the right service can help you get quicker support and reduce pressure on A&E.

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The image is an NHS-branded infographic titled "Find the right care for you...". It presents six care options:

Self-care – Pink background with a house icon. Advice for treating minor issues like coughs or grazes at home.

NHS 111 – Blue background with a phone icon. 24/7 urgent help via phone or online.

Pharmacy First – Green background with a cross icon. Local pharmacists offer treatment for common problems.

General Practice – Teal background with a person icon. GP appointments for ongoing or non-urgent concerns.

Urgent Care – Orange background with a walking person icon. Help for sprains, cuts, or stomach pain.

Emergency Department (999) – Red background with an alarm icon. For life-threatening emergencies only]

24/03/2026

Running out of medication could become an emergency.

Check your prescriptions will last through the holidays, and reorder now if needed.

Use the NHS App to easily re-order, or contact your GP surgery in plenty of time.

For more information on pharmacies, including opening hours over bank holidays, visit surreyheartlands.org/pharmacies

23/03/2026

Melissa went to her local pharmacy for help with a sore throat.

“The pharmacist gave me a private consultation. She prescribed medication and I was able to start my treatment by 10am that same morning.”

Think pharmacy first.

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to all our colleagues and local communities who are celebrating! ☪️

20/03/2026

19/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults.

Seek urgent medical help if you notice:
🔹Rash that doesn’t fade with pressure
🔹High fever
🔹Severe headache
🔹Stiff neck
🔹Vomiting
🔹Cold hands or feet
🔹Confusion

Call 999 for an ambulance or go to your nearest A&E immediately if you think you or someone you look after could have meningitis.

Visit the NHS website for more information.

19/03/2026

Ready for the Easter Bank holiday?

Make sure you are prepared if you need any prescriptions in advance. 🌞

Be a good egg - order and essential medications you're running low on in good time before the Easter bank holiday weekend.

Many GP surgeries require at least 3 working days to process repeat prescriptions so hop to it to make sure you're covered.

19/03/2026

Staying up to date with routine childhood immunisations helps keep families and communities healthy.

Learn more about your child’s vaccinations here:
https://ow.ly/Rk8250YgUqE

18/03/2026

Clear information can help people make informed choices about their health.

The Healthy Surrey Cancer Information Hub brings together trusted advice and resources from partner organisations across Surrey.

https://ow.ly/7jIx50YrKjG