The Meadows Surgery

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.

04/11/2025

We are closed for mandatory training from 12.30pm-6.30pm on Wednesday 4th November 2025. We will reopen at 8am on Thursday 5th November 2025. Please call 111 for advice if needed when we are closed. Thank you.

03/11/2025

Lest we forget the sacrifices made for our freedom. 🌺

03/11/2025

We might associate winter illnesses with the sniffles, but norovirus, known as the winter vomiting bug, also spreads at this time of year. Our blog post explains what to do if you come down with a case. 🤢🦠
🔗 https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/23/norovirus-what-to-do-if-you-catch-it-and-helping-to-stop-the-spread/

03/11/2025

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.