West Walk Surgery, Yate and Coalpit Heath

18/03/2026

📢We are currently receiving a high number of queries about the Meningitis B vaccine.

If you would like to check your vaccination status, you can do so by logging into the NHS App.

If you do not yet have access to your vaccination history/your query is for anyone under 16 or you require an emailed copy of your records, please submit a request via Klinik on our website.

Please note that the meningitis b vaccine was introduced to the routine childhood schedule in September 2015

18/03/2026

Next Month is Bowel Cancer Awareness month💚

Bowel cancer (which includes colon and re**al cancer) is the fourth most common cancer in the UK, accounting for around 11% of all new cancer cases between 2017-2019.

Follow the link below for more information and to join Bowel Cancer UK's 'Bowel Cancer awareness talks'
https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/how-we-can-help/our-awareness-work/bowel-cancer-awareness-talks/

13/03/2026

🩵MHealth are now offering the FREE my mhealth app to support those diagnosed with Asthma and your condition management.🩵

You can self-register in minutes and immediately begin accessing tools to improve your self-management and reduce exacerbations.
Register at https://bit.ly/4iyGjw4.

12/03/2026

Today (12th March 2026) is University Mental Health Day 💚

University life can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. Looking after your mental health is just as important as looking after your physical health.

If you're a student struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, or feeling under pressure, you’re not alone — support is available. Talking to someone and reaching out for help can make a real difference.

Students registered with West Walk Surgery can contact the practice to book an appointment with a GP or our Mental Health Specialist for support.

10/03/2026

🩵Ovarian Cancer Awareness

Did you know that over 80% of ovarian cancer cases occur in women over the age of 50? Awareness of the symptoms and early medical advice can make a life-saving difference.

💙 Know the signs. Encourage the women in your life to stay informed and seek advice if something doesn’t feel right.

02/03/2026

💙March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer in UK men, with 1 in 8 men developing it in their lifetime - Early diagnosis and Treatment can save lives!
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/prostate-cancer/

16/02/2026

📢 Important Patient Notice – Urgent Appointments Only

We are currently experiencing a particularly busy period at the surgery.
To ensure we can safely prioritise patients who need immediate medical attention, we will be dealing with urgent matters only for the next week.
If your query is routine or non-urgent, we kindly ask that you contact the surgery after Tuesday 24th February 2026.

09/02/2026

💚 Children’s Mental Health Week 💚
Children and young people can experience worries, stress, and big emotions — and that’s okay.
This week is a reminder to check in, start conversations, and reach out for support when it’s needed.

Emotional wellbeing is just as important as physical health, and getting help early can make a real difference.

What matters most is knowing when and where to find support.
We’ve posted some helpful resources and information below for parents, carers, and young people.

09/02/2026

🧪 National HIV Testing Week 9–15 February 🧪

This week is National HIV Testing Week! Local Yuno Sexual Health Service is encouraging everyone to get tested 💙
HIV can affect anyone, and testing is the only way to know your status.
You can order a free, confidential HIV self-test kit online here:
🔗 https://freetesting.hiv/

You can also find out more about HIV prevention and testing options on Yuno’s campaign page:
🔗 https://yunos*xualhealth.co.uk/national-hiv-testing-week

🏥 Free Community HIV & STI Testing (BNSSG)

Yuno is running free community testing events offering HIV/STI tests, s*xual health advice and condoms.

People can live with HIV for a long time without any symptoms and testing is the only way to know your status. HIV testing is important because it can catch diagnoses early. Once on treatment, people living with HIV can protect their health and cannot pass it on during s*x.

04/02/2026

International World Cancer Day 04/02/26 ✨

Behind every cancer diagnosis is a unique human story—stories of resilience, grief, hope, and healing.
People-centred care means seeing the whole person and meeting their unique needs with compassion and empathy 💛


For more information, follow the link below:
https://www.worldcancerday.org/about

29/01/2026

🚦 Traffic Alert 🚦
Due to heavy traffic on commute routes, some of our clinicians and patients may experience delays arriving today.
Thank you for your patience and understanding, and please travel safely.

22/01/2026

💙Cervical Cancer Prevention Week! 💙 (19th - 25th Jan 2026)

Cervical screening is a test offered to women and people with a cervix between the ages of 25 and 64 to help prevent cervical cancer. It saves 5000 lives a year in the UK.
Knowledge is power! Lets support every person eligible by giving them the information they need to say yes to this vital cancer prevention test.

🗨️'What is a Cervical Screening Test?' - CANCERUK have created a short animated video to provide you with more information - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etyMF-ENIr0

🗨️The EVE appeal is focusing on highlighting adjustments that are available for smears - https://eveappeal.org.uk/news/what-adjustments-can-you-ask-for-at-your-cervical-screening/

🗨️Information for people with learning disabilities about the screening process - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJRTxKW_zg9WlEJ79Mde4eac3cy6D1H25

🗨️ Guide to NHS cervical screening in 25 different languages -
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cervical-screening-description-in-brief