The De Parys Group

19/01/2026

14/01/2026

Join our Fibromyalgia support group 🌸

Living with Fibromyalgia can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our FREE support group offers: A safe and friendly space; Time to chat with others who understand, over a cup of tea; Access to our Social Prescribers for further support.

📅 Monday 19 January
🕙 1pm to 2pm
📍 Jubilation Centre, Moulton Avenue, Bedford, MK42 0HL

13/01/2026

Data shows flu cases have decreased, however it is important that we continue our efforts to reduce viral transmission.

You can help stop the spread by:
• Washing hands regularly
• Catching coughs and sneezes in a tissue
• If eligible get your free vaccine

Further details on the winter vaccination programme can be found at www.nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

06/01/2026

If you are coming to the Enhanced Service Centre location today, there is a problem with the heating and the building is quite cold.

Please wrap up warm, as while we are moving mobile heaters in, they will not warm the large waiting area.

We are in contact with the building owners to find out how long this will take to resolve, but if there is not a prompt fix we may need to move some appointments to our other sites (and we will let you know if we have to do that). Please accept our apologies for this situation.

24/12/2025

A gentle reminder that we will be closed on New Years Day we will reopen as usual on Friday 2nd January 2026.

If you have any urgent need for medical attention over this period please either call 111, attend A&E or call 999.

Hope you have an enjoyable New Year.

The De Parys Group

23/12/2025

We are seeing a growing number of winter viruses in the community and our hospitals.

Rajeev, Clinical Director for Acute Medicine, said: “To help keep everyone safe, please do not visit patients on our wards if you have a runny nose, sore throat, cough, high temperature, chills, aching muscles, extreme tiredness, a headache or if you’re sneezing.

“By staying at home, you can help us to stop the spread of infection and help to keep our patients and staff safe. Thank you for your understanding.”

22/12/2025

The festive period can be a difficult time of year.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, are struggling to cope, or worried about someone else, you're not alone.

Talking can help and support is available over the holiday season.

If you are in distress or crisis, or you know someone who is, you can talk to one of Lifeline’s qualified counsellors for free, 24/7.

18/12/2025

The latest respiratory report shows influenza activity has again increased across all surveillance indicators.

Flu is spreading, you can help stop the spread by:
• Washing your hands regularly
• Catching coughs and sneezes in a tissue
• Minimising contact with others
• Getting vaccinated if you are eligible

For further information on the flu vaccine see www.nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

The PHA surveillance reports are available at www.pha.site/Respiratory-surveillance-report / www.pha.site/Vaccine-uptake

15/12/2025

Following on from the post below, and due to the rise in respiratory infections flu vaccines are still available. If you are eligible and you have not had your flu vaccination and would like one please phone into the practice.

15/12/2025

As a result of the recent update from Bedford Hospital at your appointment staff may be wearing a mask or may ask you to wear a mask.

Thank you for your co-operation.
The De Parys Group

12/12/2025

Pharmacy opening times for Christmas Day in Bedford.

11/12/2025

Christmas Jumper Day - just a few pics from The De Parys Group staff - more will follow!!

Money raised for Save the Children Fund.