The De Parys Group

13/11/2025

The latest respiratory report shows influenza activity has increased again across all surveillance indicators, but particularly among children. This increase is earlier than in previous influenza seasons recently.

Vaccines provide the best defence against winter viruses.

People who are eligible for vaccination against flu or COVID-19 this year should make themselves aware of their own GP surgery’s or community pharmacist’s vaccination arrangements and work with them to get vaccinated.

For further information see www.nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

13/11/2025

From October to early spring, it’s harder to get enough vitamin D from sunlight in Northern Ireland. While foods like oily fish, eggs, meat, dairy, and fortified cereals help, most of us still need a daily supplement to keep bones, teeth, and muscles healthy.

Learn more 👉 www.pha.site/vitaminD
🎥 Watch an explainer video: “The truth about Vitamin D and your health” on YouTube: youtu.be/zRE7eLZzqq4

07/11/2025

Do you have a child who's unwell and are wondering if they should be in nursery or school?

Check out this handy guide to find out when they should stay off, and when they can go back if they are well enough to do so.

Symptoms and severity of illness will vary from person to person. If your child is unwell and you have concerns about their symptoms you should speak to your GP.

04/11/2025

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.

31/10/2025

29/10/2025

Last Friday some staff at The De Parys Group took part in "Wear it Pink" for Breast Cancer. Here are some fun pictures from the day, and we raised some money too!!

07/10/2025

Friday 26th September a Coffee Morning was held at Enhanced Services Centre for Macmillan.

Amazing a total of £1099 was raised for this great cause.

Well done everyone and thank you to all the patients and staff who supported on the days leading up to the coffee morning and on the day (a big shout out to the bakers!!)

Thank you.

12/09/2025

Fibromyalgia Support Group Sessions

08/09/2025

Dear De Parys Group patients - for information.

Patient notice: Due to work in Gilbert Hitchcock House, from Monday 8 September to Friday 12 September, the main entrance will be closed for access.

Access will be signposted along the right hand side of the building, with the entrance for mobility scooters and wheelchairs being slightly further ahead.

We thank you for your understanding as we improve facilities for the patients of Bedfordshire.