Fieldhead Surgery

16/04/2026

🌸Pregnant? Here’s your gentle nudge to get protected!🌸
Growing a tiny human is hard work, so let your vaccines do some of the protecting for you.
Throughout pregnancy, there are a few important vaccines that help keep you and your baby safe, and this handy timeline shows exactly when they’re offered.
💉 Whooping cough – usually around your 20‑week scan
💉 RSV – from 28 weeks
🍂 Flu vaccine – offered in autumn/winter, at any stage of pregnancy
These vaccines help protect your baby from the moment they arrive, giving them the best possible start.
If you’re unsure what you’re due or want to chat it through, our team is always happy to help.
Let’s keep you and your little one safe and strong, 👶

14/04/2026

🌟 We’re building a Patient Participation Group, and we’d love you to be part of it! 🌟
We’re looking for patients who would like to work with us to help shape services, share ideas, and strengthen the link between the practice and our community.
If you’re interested in joining our new Patient Participation Group (PPG) or would simply like to find out more, please get in touch with our Reception Team at the surgery. They’ll be happy to provide further information.
Your voice matters, let’s make a difference together.

07/04/2026

🌼 April is Immunisation Month! 🌼
This month, we’re proudly supporting World Immunisation Week, a global reminder of the power of vaccines to protect people of all ages from preventable disease.
💉 Vaccines save lives.
From childhood jabs to adult boosters, staying up to date with your vaccinations is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself, your family, and our wider community.
✨ Why it matters:
• Vaccines help stop the spread of serious illnesses
• They protect our most vulnerable, babies, older adults, and those with long‑term conditions
• They keep our community healthier, stronger, and safer
If you’re unsure which vaccines you or your child may need, or you’d like to check your records, our team is here to help. Just give us a call or pop in to speak to one of our clinicians.
Let’s celebrate Immunisation Month by keeping each other protected.
A healthier community starts with all of us. 💙

18/03/2026

🩺 Meningitis B Update for Our Patients
We know many of you have questions following the recent meningitis cases linked to the Canterbury area, so here’s a simple overview to help keep everyone informed.
💉 Meningitis B Vaccination
The MenB vaccine has been part of the routine childhood schedule only for children born on or after 1 September 2015.
If your child was born before this date, they would not have received it as part of their routine vaccines.
There are no changes to the national vaccine schedule at this time. If this ever changes, eligible patients will be contacted directly.
💊 Who is currently being offered precautionary (prophylactic) antibiotics?
These are being arranged by UKHSA for:
• Students at the Canterbury campus
• Staff living in the affected halls of residence
• Anyone who attended Club Chemistry on 5th, 6th or 7th March
• Close contacts of any of the above groups
If you believe you are a close contact and haven’t been treated, please contact UKHSA on the number below, or let us know so we can support you.
⚠️ Please stay alert to symptoms
Close contacts should be aware of symptoms of meningococcal disease and septicaemia, which can include:
• Fever
• Headache
• Rash
• Vomiting
• Limb pain
• Cold hands/feet
• Drowsiness
• Rapid deterioration
If these symptoms appear, call 999 or go to A&E immediately.
💉 MenB Vaccination Availability
We are not currently able to offer MenB vaccination outside of the routine NHS schedule.
📞 Need more advice?
For any questions, please contact UKHSA on 0344 225 2861, selecting option 5 for meningitis queries.
Thank you for helping us keep our community safe and informed.

17/03/2026

🌿 It’s Nutrition & Hydration Week! 💧
This week we’re shining a light on the small, everyday habits that help us stay well, energised, and thriving. Good nutrition and staying hydrated play a huge role in our overall health—supporting everything from concentration and mood to immunity and recovery.
Here are a few simple ways to look after yourself this week:
• Keep a refillable water bottle nearby and sip regularly throughout the day
• Enjoy balanced meals with a mix of colours, flavours, and textures
• Take a moment to check in on loved ones who may need a reminder to drink or eat regularly
• Make mealtimes social where you can—connection is just as nourishing
We’d love to hear how you’re getting involved. Share your tips, photos, or ideas in the comments and let’s celebrate healthy habits together.
Here’s to feeling our best—one glass of water and one good meal at a time 🌟

16/03/2026

09/03/2026

NHS No Smoking Day is Wednesday 11 March 2026

"A smoke-free life starts with a smoke-free day"

05/03/2026

Important update: Measles cases are rising
Measles is spreading again in parts of the country, and children who aren’t vaccinated are most at risk. It’s a very infectious illness and can sometimes lead to serious complications.
What parents and carers need to know
• Measles spreads extremely easily among unvaccinated children.
• 9 out of 10 unvaccinated children can catch it from just one infected classmate.
• 1 in 5 children with measles will need hospital care.
• Children who aren’t fully vaccinated may need to stay off school or nursery for up to 21 days if they’re exposed.
How to protect your child
• Check your child’s vaccination record.
• Make sure they’ve had both doses of the MMR or MMRV vaccine.
• Contact your GP practice if they’ve missed a dose — it’s never too late.
Did you know?
If you prefer your child not to have the porcine gelatine‑containing MMR/MMRV vaccine, your GP can offer an alternative.
Vaccination is the best way to keep your family safe and avoid disruption to school, work and home life. If you need advice or support, your GP practice is here to help.

02/03/2026

Weekend Vaccine Clinics Are Back!

If your child is due their routine vaccines, why not pop in?
We promise:
• No long waits
• Lovely nurses
• Stickers for the brave ones (and the grown‑ups if needed!)

A quick visit now = big protection for your little one. 💙

23/02/2026

🌿 A Little Monday Message to Our Community 🌿
As we head into a new week, we just wanted to pause and say how proud we are to be part of this community. Every day, we see the kindness, resilience, and neighbourly support that make Fieldhead surgery such a special place.
Please remember that we’re here for you, not just for appointments, but for advice, reassurance, and support whenever you need us. Your wellbeing matters to us, and our team is always ready to help.
Wishing you all a calm, healthy, and positive week ahead.
The Surgery Team

17/02/2026

We’re excited to share the very first edition of our Surgery Newsletter with you. This new update is our way of keeping you connected with what’s happening across the practice, news, improvements, health campaigns, and little glimpses behind the scenes. You can look forward to a fresh edition every quarter, helping you stay in the loop as we continue to grow and support our community. And if you haven’t already, don’t forget to give our page a follow so you never miss an update.