Grovehurst Surgery

20/03/2026

Meningitis Outbreak What you Need to Know
https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/18/meningitis-b-outbreak-what-you-need-to-know/

18/03/2026

Meningitis Outbreak

Updates and information on the meningitis outbreak in the Canterbury area.

18/03/2026

There is a meningitis outbreak in the Canterbury area.

Sadly, 2 people are known to have died. It's important to know the signs and symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia.

If you are feeling unwell and unsure or worried, please call NHS 111 for advice.

If you or someone you know develops symptoms of meningitis or septicaemia, seek medical help urgently by going to the nearest Accident and Emergency department or calling 999.

Stay updated: www.kmhealthandcare.uk/meningitis-news-feed

Updated meningitis antibiotic clinic details:

Who is eligible for precautionary antibiotics?

- all students and staff living on campus at the University of Kent

- close household contacts of cases who have been identified by UK Health Security Agency or who self-identify as having contact with a confirmed case

- Club Chemistry staff

- People who visited Club Chemistry on March 5, 6 and 7.

No booking is needed, and you do not need to bring ID, but bring your NHS number if you have it. A bottle of water is recommended.

Please note - you cannot pick up medication on behalf of others.

Senate Building, University of Kent, CT2 7NZ - Open daily from 9am to 8pm.

Gate Clinic, Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Ethelbert Road, Canterbury CT1 3NG - Open daily from 8.30am to 7.30pm.

Thanet Community Health Hub, Northwood Road, Broadstairs, CT10 2WA - Open daily from 8.30am to 8pm (last patient 7.30pm).

Westgate Hall, Westgate Hall Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2BT - Open daily from 8.30am to 7.30pm.

Further information: www.kmhealthandcare.uk/meningitis-information

Meningitis outbreak in the Canterbury area Number of cases 15 cases have been confirmed. Targeted vaccination programme The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has announced a small, targeted vaccination programme will begin, starting with students resident at Canterbury campus halls of residence at t...

17/03/2026

There’s currently a meningitis outbreak in the Canterbury area, and local health officials are urging everyone to stay alert to the symptoms and seek medical help quickly if you start developing symptoms.
Meningitis can develop fast, so knowing the signs really matters. Please take a moment to read the update from NHS Kent & Medway Integrated Care Board and share it with anyone living, studying, or working nearby.https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk%2Fnews%2Fmeningitis-outbreak-in-the-canterbury-area-4187%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwY2xjawQmOPZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeEb61YXq7RufTJZ2g8TgqiKPKZozG7slk1TDuDR33bs7DPLqc4Y-TKtJlAd0_aem_89ViXrXsnqOyn7zWh9jOKg&data=05%7C02%7Cnikki.howe%40nhs.net%7C8ac43943ff85427da5e408de842b01af%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C639093517415046714%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=DMpkEOliEb4%2FRwfBCDK0OZwF3ddehCcAjdfVfijuTc0%3D&reserved=0

07/03/2026

06/03/2026

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06/03/2026

We are delighted to announce that Ernie’s Place – our new Community Café, offical opening will be taking place on Saturday 7 March 2026, 10:00am–12:00 noon at Grovehurst Surgery

Ernie’s Place has been created as a warm, welcoming space for our local community a place to connect, chat, and feel part of something supportive. It’s been built with the help of our Patient Participation Group and volunteers, and we’re really excited to open the doors and share it with you.

Light refreshments will be available, and we’d love for you to join us to celebrate, meet the team, and see the space.

06/03/2026

At Grovehurst Surgery, we believe that everyone who works, trains, or learns within healthcare has the right to feel safe, respected, and supported.

We are proud to be signatories to the Sexual Safety in Healthcare – Organisational Charter.

This means we have made a clear commitment to a zero-tolerance approach towards any unwanted, inappropriate, or harmful sexual behaviour directed at our workforce.

We are committed to:

Actively working to eradicate sexual harassment and abuse in the workplace

Promoting a culture of openness, transparency, and respect

Supporting any member of staff who experiences inappropriate behaviour

Clearly communicating the standards of behaviour we expect

Taking all reports of inappropriate behaviour seriously and responding promptly

Ensuring clear policies, procedures, and reporting systems are in place

We ask all patients, visitors, and members of the public to treat our team with dignity and respect at all times. Our staff are here to care for you, and they deserve to feel safe while doing so.

If you witness inappropriate behaviour within our practice, please inform a member of the team.

Together, we can create a safe and respectful environment for everyone.

12/01/2026

Grovehurst Surgery Patient Access Survey - January 2026

https://forms.office.com/r/2d3N7K4Kiu

04/01/2026

Patient Access Survey
Please complete our Patient Access Survey. It takes around 2 minutes, and your feedback will help us improve how patients access our services. We’d really value your comments and suggestions.

Please submit your response by 20 January
https://forms.office.com/r/2d3N7K4Kiu