Caradoc Surgery

22/12/2025

Dear patients,
Please note that between the dates of 22nd December and 2nd January 2026, we are predicting a high demand of on the day appointment requests due Christmas and a short working week. Please only contact us on these dates if your issue cannot wait until the week after. Your patience is appreciated. If you need urgent assistance please dial 111 or in an emergency 999.
Caradoc Surgery wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year.

19/12/2025

Cold and flu season is here, so make sure you’re prepared!

Stock up your medicine cabinet with essentials like:
• Plasters and bandages
• Treatments for coughs, colds, and flu

A little preparation goes a long way to keep you and your family healthy this winter.

18/12/2025

15/12/2025

Dear Patients,
With the increase of flu spreading we are holding an extra flu clinic this Thursday morning 18th December. If you are eligible please visit the surgery or call us on 01255 850101 to book yourself in.

15/12/2025

Get to the help you need.

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Call, go online or use the NHS App. https://111.nhs.uk

15/12/2025

Dear patients,
Please see attached Christmas and New Year pharmacy opening hours.

10/12/2025

If you have flu, there are some things you can do to help get better more quickly.
Flu will often get better on its own, but it can make some people seriously ill. It's important to get the flu vaccine if you're eligible.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu/

10/12/2025

Dear patients,
Please see below a Free online "Better Sleep Program for Carers" course which is open to local residents aged 65 and over who are caring for someone. This is being run by Essex County Council and starts in January 2026.

27/11/2025

Patient gentle reminder:
The surgery will be closed from 12.00pm today, Thursday 27th November 2025 for staff training. We will re-open on Friday 28th November 2025 at 8.00am.
If you need emergency medical attention please call 111 or 999.
Please be aware that the half day closure has been arranged by the ICB and applies to all surgeries in the North East Essex area.

24/11/2025

Patient gentle reminder:
The surgery will be closed from 12.00pm Thursday 27th November 2025 for staff training. We will re-open on Friday 28th November 2025 at 8.00am.
If you need emergency medical attention please call 111 or 999.
Please be aware that the half day closure has been arranged by the ICB and applies to all surgeries in the North East Essex area.

20/11/2025

Flu jabs are still available for those who are eligible.
Call the surgery after 10am to book yours.

Leading flu experts say they will not be surprised if this year's is the worst flu season for a decade.