Clevedon Medical Centre

19/03/2026

We understand that some patients are concerned following recent reports of a meningococcal (MenB) outbreak in Kent. We would like to reassure our patients that there are currently no cases affecting our local area.

Public health authorities, including UK Health Security Agency, are closely managing this situation. Unless you have been specifically advised to contact us by NHS 111, we kindly ask that you do not contact the practice about this.

The MenB vaccine is part of the routine NHS childhood immunisation programme and has been offered to babies born on or after 1st May 2015. At present, we are unable to offer meningitis B vaccination outside of the national immunisation programme.

It’s important to remain vigilant for symptoms of meningitis, which can include:
• High fever
• Severe headache
• Neck stiffness
• Sensitivity to light
• Drowsiness or difficulty waking
• Vomiting
• A rash that does not fade when pressed

If you or your child develop these symptoms, do not attend the GP practice in person. Meningitis is a medical emergency and can spread through close contact, so attending the surgery may put others at risk and delay your care. Please seek urgent medical attention by calling 111, contacting the surgery for advice, or attending A&E if seriously unwell.

18/03/2026

If you’re planning a holiday or visiting family overseas, it’s important to check whether you need any travel vaccinations before you go.

Different countries carry different health risks, and some vaccines need to be given several weeks before travel to offer full protection.

Through the National Health Service, some travel vaccines are available free of charge, while others may require a private prescription.

If you’re unsure what you need, please contact the surgery as soon as possible with your travel details, including destination and travel dates.

We will organise a telephone appointment with one of our nurses, who will then arrange for a suitable time for you to get your travel vaccines.

Travel safely and enjoy your holiday! ☀️🌴

18/03/2026

⚠⚠ Wednesday 18th March ⚠⚠

We have a planned practice closure on Wednesday 18th March between 2pm amd 5pm.

What does this mean for you?

Between 2pm & 5pm you can only attend the surgery if you have a PRE BOOKED appointment. The phones will be off and only available for emergency calls.

Our routine online AccuRx request system will remain open. You can visit this system via our website.

Thank you for understanding

17/03/2026

Easter Bank Holiday Closure Notice 🐣

Please note that the surgery will be closed over the Easter bank holiday on:

📅 Friday 3rd April
📅 Monday 6th April

We will reopen as normal on Tuesday morning.

If you take regular medication, please make sure you order your prescriptions in plenty of time to allow the practice to process them and the pharmacy to dispense them, as local pharmacies will also be closed over the bank holiday period.

🐰 Check what medication you have at home
🐰 Order early to avoid delays
🐰 Allow extra time for dispensing

If you require urgent medical assistance whilst we are closed, please contact NHS 111. In a medical emergency, always dial 999.

Wishing all our patients a very Happy Easter 🐰🌷

17/03/2026

Brand new training as requested by you 😊

This interactive training session is designed to support parent carers in understanding depression and anxiety in children and young people. It will explore what these conditions look like at different ages, common signs and symptoms, and how they can affect everyday life, learning, behaviour, and relationships.

To book your ticket, click on the link:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/north-somerset-parent-carers-working-together-31392569443

17/03/2026

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/

17/03/2026

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been confirmed in Kent. It's important to know the signs of symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia. Get more info from
http://nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis

16/03/2026

Exercise for those with cancer!
For anyone with a cancer diagnosis. Including those before and after surgery.
Thursdays 14:00-15:00. Self referral with no underlying conditions. Referral required from GP or self
referral via this link:
https://www.leisurecentre.com/hutton-moor-leisure-centre/health-programme/steps
Free funding from North Somerset Council for 12 weeks. After initial 12 weeks £5.90 per session or a
reduced membership option.
Call: 07917 116154 (Amanda) Email: info@neurogroupexercise.com
https://www.betterhealthns.co.uk/support/steps-to-get-active/

12/03/2026

🩺 Have you recently used A&E at Weston General Hospital or the Minor Injuries Unit in Clevedon?

Healthwatch North Somerset wants to hear about your experience. Your feedback can help improve local health services for everyone in our community.

If you live in North Somerset and you or a family member have used:
• Weston General Hospital A&E
• Clevedon Minor Injuries Unit

Please take a few minutes to complete this 10-minute survey.

🔗 Visit: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PSC14L/

Your voice matters and will help shape future health services.

📅 Survey closes: 16 March 2026

12/03/2026

A massive thank you to everyone who have donated an Easter egg. We are still accepting donations up untill 20th March. All Eggs will be handed over to Operation Community Hamper CIO to support them in making some children smile this Easter.
🐰🐰🍫🍫🥚🥚

08/03/2026

We are still collecting

Clevedon Medical Centre are supporting Operation Community Hamper CIO this Easter by collecting Easter Eggs so they can be given to local vulnerable children around North Somerset.
If you would like to donate a egg, please do anytime from the 9th February to 20th March. They can be given in at reception.

04/03/2026

The HPV vaccine is offered to boys and girls from year 8 in school (12-13 years) to help protect them from high-risk HPV related cancers
• HPV is linked to over 90% of all cervical cancers in England and can be prevented with one dose of the HPV vaccination and regular
cervical screening
• HPV vaccination can also protect men and women against other cancers such as head and neck (mouth and throat)

If you have missed your HPV vaccination please contact the Practice by sending an Accurx form from our website. https://www.clevedonmc.nhs.uk/contact-us-online