Little Common Surgery & Old Town Surgery

02/04/2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DERMATOLOGY SERVICES

We are very sorry to inform you that our local health commissioners, NHS Surrey and Suss*x, have suspended the Community Dermatology Contract with immediate effect.

Unfortunately, if you are already a patient within the service, we will be cancelling your appointment and you will be referred on to a new provider.

If you have been recently referred to the Practice, your referral will be returned to your GP, please contact your Practice for further information.

Dr Williams and the team are currently working hard to review all patients on the dermatology list. Where appropriate, referrals will be redirected to alternative dermatology providers to ensure your care continues.

If you would like to raise a concern or make a complaint about this service change, please use the following contact details:

📧 Email: Sxicb.primarycare@nhs.net

Please mark your email for the attention of:

• Dr Charlotte Canniff
• Dr Andy Rhodes, Chief Medical Officers

Thank you for your understanding during this unexpected change. We will keep you updated as soon as we have more information.

31/03/2026

31/03/2026

Little Common and Old Town surgeries will be closing over the Easter break … below are the details for your diary.
We would like to wish you all a Happy Easter .

27/03/2026

Are you a Carer ? Then this could apply to you...

If you look after somebody and live in East Suss*x (or if the person you care for lives in East Suss*x), you can apply for a free Carers Card.

Businesses across the county have signed up to support local carers by offering them discounts or offers through the scheme.

You also have the option to connect the card to a back-up respite plan.

Find out more at www.cftc.org.uk/carerscard or call 01323 738390

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25/03/2026

Meningitis B vaccination for Kent & Canterbury University students

If you are a student at the University of Kent or Canterbury Christ Church University and have received antibiotics as part of the current Meningitis B outbreak response, you are eligible to receive a Meningitis B (MenB) vaccination at the practice.

Please ensure you bring proof of student status (e.g., student ID).

This offer applies only to students from Kent and Canterbury universities who were issued antibiotics in relation to the outbreak.

Useful Information About Meningitis B & the MenB Vaccine
NHS – Meningitis Vaccination Overview
Learn about the MenB vaccine, who it protects, and how it fits into the NHS vaccination schedule.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/vaccination/

GOV.UK – Guide to the Meningococcal B Vaccine (Bexsero)
Detailed government guide on how the MenB vaccine works, who needs it, doses, side effects, and protection.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/meningococcal-disease-outbreak-resources/a-guide-to-the-meningococcal-b-vaccine-that-protects-against-meningitis-and-septicaemia

NHS Inform – Meningitis B (MenB) Vaccine
Information on meningitis, septicaemia, symptoms, and how the vaccine helps protect against MenB.
https://nhsinform.azurewebsites.net/healthy-living/immunisation/vaccines/meningitis-b-menb-vaccine

If you have any questions or are unsure about your eligibility, please contact the practice.

Read about the different vaccines that can help prevent meningitis and when they're usually given.

23/03/2026

Good Morning,

Please be aware our computer system is down. This is a national issue and our supplier is working hard to fix the problem as soon as possible.

We thank you for your understanding and patience.

20/03/2026

Don't forget to order your Medications in time before the Easter Holidays. 🐣🐥

Be a good egg - order and essential medications you're running low on in good time before the Easter bank holiday weekend.

Many GP surgeries require at least 3 working days to process repeat prescriptions so hop to it to make sure you're covered.

17/03/2026

For anyone worried about symptoms after hearing this sad and worrying news this may be helpful.

The latest information and updates from NHS Kent and Medway.

16/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

10/03/2026

Endometriosis Action Month, 1st–31st March

Take action on endometriosis this March and make a change for the 1 in 10 women, and those assigned female at birth, with endometriosis in the UK. By raising awareness, we can improve treatments and understandin


Endometriosis can affect everyone differently; some people may have transient symptoms and some may struggle to cope day to day. If you suspect you have this condition or it’s interfering with your ability to live a normal life, please make an appointment with your GP.

Common symptoms include:

Pelvic pain
Disruptive, painful periods
Pain during/after s*x
Bloating around periods
Bowel difficulties
Fatigue combined with the above

What is endometriosis? Endometriosis occurs when cells similar to the ones in the lining of the womb (uterus) are found elsewhere in the body. These cells can grow and change in response to hormones in the menstrual cycle, this can cause inflammation, pain and scar tissue. Endometriosis is most comm...

09/03/2026

Discover the best foods for heart health, simple nutrition tips and delicious recipes from our expert dietitians.

Heart Matters is a printed and online magazine for people living with a heart condition. Find lifestyle advice, recipes, activities and interviews with BHF professors

06/03/2026

Asthma
Asthma is a common condition that affects your breathing. It cannot currently be cured, but if it's well treated you should not have problems with symptoms.

Symptoms of asthma
The main symptoms of asthma are problems with breathing, such as:

wheezing
coughing
shortness of breath
your chest feeling tight
Asthma symptoms can be mild or severe. They usually come and go. They may be worse at night and early in the morning.

An asthma attack is when you have severe symptoms and it's difficult to breathe, which can be life-threatening.

Symptoms can be triggered by different things including exercise, high levels of air pollution, cold air, or contact with something you're allergic to, such as pollen, dust, mould or animals.

Asthma usually starts in children, but it can happen at any age.

Find out about asthma, a common condition that affects breathing, including the symptoms, treatment and how it affects your life.