Holbeach Medical Centre

09/01/2026

If you have any questions or concerns regarding having a smear, please request a call back from one of our amazing Nursing team, who would be happy to discuss these with you.

06/01/2026

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29/12/2025

We're pleased to let you know that our practice is taking part in an NHS-supported initiative to make menopause information and support more accessible for our patients.

We're offering complimentary access to Your Menopause by Harley Street at Home - an online community created by menopause specialists. It provides trusted, evidence-based information, on-demand videos, live sessions, and self-help resources to help you better understand and manage your menopause symptoms.

If you would like to join the community, you'll find the link in the comments below.

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19/11/2025

In this third episode of the 'Everybody, Every Story' Cancer Awareness Podcast, hosts Kavya and Charlotte are joined by Dr Lucy Rushworth, GP and the Cancer Lead for South Lincolnshire Rural Primary Care Network, and Nick Reed, Programme Manager for Lung Cancer Screening in Lincolnshire. Together, they explore lung cancer screening and why it matters here in Lincolnshire.

They break down common myths, explain who is eligible for screening, what screening actually involves, and how it can help catch lung cancer early, when treatment is most effective.

It’s an open, honest conversation designed to make lung screening feel less scary and more approachable. Whether you’re eligible for screening or supporting someone who is, this episode offers clear, friendly guidance to help you feel informed and empowered.

This podcast series is brought to you by our colleagues at South Lincolnshire Rural PCN

In this third episode of the 'Everybody, Every Story' Cancer Awareness Podcast, hosts Kavya and Charlotte are joined by Dr Lucy Rushworth, GP and the Cancer Lead for South Lincolnshire Rural Primary Care Network, and Nick Reed, Programme Manager for Lung Cancer Screening in Lincolnshire. Together, t...

03/11/2025

08/10/2025

** Update - All systems are now fully functional again - Thank you for your patience. **

07/08/2025

In the first episode of the 'Everybody, Every Story' Cancer Awareness Podcast, host Kavya is joined by Dr Lucy Rushworth and seven extraordinary women - Sue, Sadia, Meena, Namrata, Linda, Melissa, and Charlotte - to explore the importance of cervical screening.

Together, they break down myths, share personal experiences, and highlight why open, honest conversations matter.

This podcast series is brought to you by South Lincolnshire Rural PCN .

In the first episode of the 'Everybody, Every Story' Cancer Awareness Podcast, host Kavya is joined by Dr Lucy Rushworth and seven extraordinary women - Sue, Sadia, Meena, Namrata, Linda, Melissa, and Charlotte - to explore the importance of cervical screening. Together, they break down myths, share...

31/07/2025

It's the most common cancer in men, but most men with early prostate cancer don't have symptoms. Find out about your risk now.

09/07/2025

📢 Important Update: Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) Weight Loss Injections

We’ve received a high volume of enquiries recently following media coverage of Mounjaro (Tirzepatide). Please note that this treatment is currently not available for prescribing by GPs, and we are awaiting further guidance from our ICB (Integrated Care Board).

🔍 Eligibility Criteria (for future consideration):
To be considered for treatment when available, patients must meet all the following:

✅ BMI over 40
OR
BMI over 37.5 for individuals from South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African, or African-Caribbean backgrounds
✅ Completion of at least 2 years in a Tier 2 weight management programme
✅ At least 4 out of 5 of the following conditions:
• Hypertension
• Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
• Obstructive sleep apnoea
• Dyslipidaemia
• Type 2 diabetes

⚠️ Access will be subject to ICB Prior Approval. This medication cannot be prescribed on request or without proper assessment.

📞 Please do not contact the practice to request Mounjaro at this time. We will reach out to eligible patients directly once guidance is received.

❌ If you do not meet the strict criteria, appointments to discuss weight loss injections will not be booked.

🔒 For those exploring private treatment, please contact private providers directly. Unfortunately, we are unable to assist with private access or offer advice on private options, monitoring, or providers.

🙏 Thank you for your patience and understanding.

08/07/2025

Posted on behalf of the South Lincs Rural Primary Care Network.

05/07/2025

Today marks the 77th year of the NHS! 💙

Thank you to all our incredible staff across the NHS for your continued hard work.

From clerks to cooks, midwives to nurses, pharmacists to radiographers and many, many more – it’s our people who make us.

13/06/2025