Rose Villa Surgery

18/03/2026

Urgent Update: Meningitis Outbreak in the Canterbury Area
Posted on 18th March, 2026
UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed 13 cases of invasive meningococcal disease in the Canterbury area, with two people sadly having died. [gov.uk]
Who should take action now?
UKHSA advises anyone who visited Club Chemistry on 5, 6 or 7 March to come forward for preventative antibiotics, even if you feel well.
Multiple temporary antibiotic clinics are open across Canterbury, Broadstairs and local NHS sites. Full details are available from Kent & Medway ICB. [kentandmed…icb.nhs.uk]

Latest information and clinic locations – Kent & Medway ICB

A patient helpline, run by UKHSA is now available
Patients can call 0344 225 3861 Monday to Friday from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm if they have no symptoms but are concerned they have been in contact with a confirmed case or have a general enquiry.

Symptoms to look out for
Meningococcal disease can progress very quickly. Seek urgent medical help if you notice:

A rash that does not fade under pressure
Sudden high fever
Severe headache
Stiff neck
Vomiting or diarrhoea
Cold hands/feet
Sensitivity to light
Confusion, extreme sleepiness, or seizures
These symptoms have been highlighted by UKHSA as key warning signs requiring immediate action. [gov.uk]

Find NHS‑verified symptom guidance here:
NHS: Meningitis – symptoms and when to seek help

If you’re worried or feel unwell
Call NHS 111 for advice
Contact your GP
If symptoms appear, call 999 or go to A&E immediately

18/03/2026

18/03/2026

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16/03/2026

ParkPlay Turns 5 – A Basildon Success Story! 🎉

Next month, ParkPlay hits a big milestone – 5 years of fun, fitness, and community play and we’re celebrating back where it all began, at Vange Primary School, Basildon.

ParkPlay started in Basildon in April 2021 as a way to keep communities kids active and socially connected during Covid, and it hasn’t stopped since. From humble beginnings to now seeing people attend 200+ ParkPlays, Basildon has truly been at the heart of this national movement.

Join us on Saturday 11 April, 9:30am to celebrate not just ParkPlay, but the amazing communities, the hard work of , and Basildon’s special place in our story. Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve been part of the journey or just want to see what the fun is all about!

Sign up and find out more here: https://orlo.uk/leQPd
Follow the journey: https://orlo.uk/WT2mx
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Let’s celebrate 5 years of play! 🏃‍♂️🎈🤸‍♀️

18/02/2026

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18/02/2026

There is a large outbreak of measles in children in North London. Some children have been hospitalised. Our proximity to the capital means there will be cases of measles in Essex children. If you are a parent or guardian of a child who is not up to date with vaccinations, now is the time to get your child protected. This can be done by contacting East of England community and school aged immunisation service on 0300 555 5055 or through your GP practice. Advice to parents on measles can be found on the Governmnet Web pages and general information on measles is available on the NHS Web pages, you can also pop to Rose Villa.

15/01/2026

We’re so grateful to Leonardo for their generous donation 🙌

This funding will help us continue offering free sessions, bringing people together, and supporting our community to build resilience and aspirations.

A huge thank you as well to three of our amazing volunteers — Grant, Mark and Jo — who came along to share their experiences and show just how much this support will mean.

We’re really looking forward to working with you more in the future 💙

Rose Villa Surgery Grantimus Jo Jo

18/12/2025

We have a mobile phone at the surgery for a ron if you have lost your phone please pop to Rose Villa Surgery

12/12/2025

Keep safe incase you need a chemist
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Merry Christmas everyone ❤️