The Meadows Surgery

24/12/2025

Christmas Closure information

Please note that we will be closed from 6:30pm this evening, re-opening at 8am on Monday 29th December.

🎅We would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our patients a very Happy Christmas 🎄

22/12/2025

🎄💊 Christmas Prescription Reminder 💊🎄
As the festive season approaches, please remember to order your repeat prescription medications in good time to ensure you have enough to last over the Christmas and New Year period.
The Meadows Surgery will be closed on the following dates:
Thursday 25th December 2025 (Christmas Day)
Friday 26th December 2025 (Boxing Day)
Thursday 1st January 2026 (New Year's Day)
Please allow at least 48 working hours for your prescription to be processed. Thank you.

16/12/2025

There are seven common health conditions, for which your pharmacist can provide treatment, including prescription medicine - without you having to see a GP.
Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.
nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

15/12/2025

URGENT DENTAL CARE

Extra appointments are now available for people in Northamptonshire who need urgent dental care. The urgent appointments are part of the 700,000 extra urgent dental appointments being rolled out across the country, announced by the government in February but many local people are unaware they exist, or when, where and how they can access support if they need it.
The appointments are for urgent conditions including:
• Severe toothache: persistent and intense pain that cannot be managed with over-the-counter painkillers.
• Dental abscess: infection causing swelling, pain, and possibly fever.
• Broken or knocked-out tooth: trauma resulting in a fractured or completely dislodged tooth.
• Uncontrolled bleeding: bleeding in mouth that doesn't stop maybe following a dental procedure or an injury.
• Swelling: significant swelling in the mouth or face that could indicate an infection.
• Fractured, loose or displaced fillings causing pain.
• Bleeding gums requiring urgent treatment for acute conditions.
• Other treatments may be available at the discretion of the dentist. These treatments may require extra visits and costs.

https://www.icnorthamptonshire.org.uk/dental

11/12/2025

Featured in 'Thrapston Life' Fiona, our Care Coordinator works closely with Northamptonshire Age UK to support our patients 🫶

28/11/2025

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.

But small things can help:

🔵 try some physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🔵 make the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🔵 plan for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks or building in more rest

There’s also treatment available if you’re finding things really tough – such as light therapy, talking therapies or medication.

Find out more ➡️ www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

27/11/2025

25/11/2025

Flu vaccination appointments still available

Flu can be serious, particularly for older adults and those with underlying health conditions. With plenty of flu vaccine still available for eligible patients, now is the time to ensure you are protected.

Every vaccination helps prevent serious illness, hospitalisations, and protects our most vulnerable communities.

19/11/2025

💚 Macmillan Cancer Support 💚

04/11/2025

We are proud to be a veteran friendly accredited practice.

On Tuesday 11th November 2025, we are meeting with our veteran patients at 10.45am for Remembrance Day 10.45 am.

Joining with the Royal British Legion for a small service and wreath laying at The War Memorial on Coronation Gardens, Oundle Road, Thrapston. The church will be open for refreshments before and after the ceremony.

Permission has been granted to share.

04/11/2025

In preparation for children return to schools and nurseries after the autumn half term, Northamptonshire ICB is sharing guidance for parents and carers on common winter illnesses that often start circulating at this time of year.