Harborough Field Surgery

19/03/2026

🚨 Meningitis Awareness – Important Update🚨

We are aware of recent reports of a meningitis outbreak in parts of the UK. While the overall risk to the general public remains low, it’s important to stay informed and vigilant.

⚠️ Know the symptoms:

Meningitis can develop quickly and become serious. Symptoms may include fever, headache, neck stiffness, sensitivity to light, confusion, vomiting, and a non-fading rash. If you’re concerned, seek urgent medical advice by calling NHS 111 or 999 in an emergency.

💉 Vaccination is the best protection:

Several vaccines help protect against different types of meningitis, including:
MenB vaccine (routinely offered to babies)
MenACWY vaccine (offered to teenagers, typically in school Year 9)
Other routine childhood vaccines also provide protection against meningitis-causing bacteria ()
Please ensure you and your children are up to date with all routine NHS vaccinations.

📌 For more information on meningitis vaccines, visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/vaccination/

📞 What should you do?
Check your child’s vaccination record
Book any missed vaccines with your GP surgery
Seek medical help urgently if symptoms develop
We are here to help—please contact the practice if you have any concerns. Or for advice, you can also contact the UKHSA patient helpline on 0344 225 3861.

16/03/2026

11/03/2026

We will be closed on Wednesday 18th March 2026 from 12.30 for staff training. East Northants Hub will be operating as usual from 18.30.

09/03/2026

The Northamptonshire Carers - Carers Survey 2026 is now live

This survey is a key piece of work that will directly inform future service delivery and strengthen the evidence base for improved support for unpaid Carers across Northamptonshire. A strong response rate is essential to ensure Carers’ voices are clearly represented.

Northamptonshire Carers Survey 2026 -

Northamptonshire All Ages Carers Survey 2026

09/03/2026

Overall patient feedback has been positive, and we remain committed to continuing this level of care.

09/03/2026

🚨 Help Us Reduce Missed Appointments (DNAs) 🚨

Every week, a number of appointments at the surgery are marked as DNA – Did Not Attend. These missed appointments mean that other patients who need care are unable to be seen.

Our goal is to achieve below 70 per month, and we need your help to achieve this.

If you can’t attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer it to someone else who needs it.

✔ Cancel online via the NHS App
✔ Call the surgery
✔ Reply to your appointment reminder text

A quick cancellation can make a big difference for another patient waiting to be seen.

Thank you for helping us make the best use of our appointments and supporting your local GP surgery. 💙

02/03/2026

We’re delighted to share that our brand new treatment room is now complete!

This exciting addition will help us improve access for our patients, allowing us to provide care more efficiently and comfortably. We look forward to welcoming you and continuing to deliver the high-quality service you deserve.

A big thank you to L R Rawlins for completing the work, your professionalism and hard work have helped make this possible!