Islip Medical Practice

30/04/2026

📢 Bank Holiday Closure Notice

Dear patients,
Our GP surgery will be closed on the upcoming bank holiday. We will reopen as usual on the next working day.
If you require urgent medical assistance during this time, please contact NHS 111 or dial 999 in an emergency.
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you have a safe and pleasant bank holiday.
– Islip Medical Practice ☀️

10/04/2026

🦟 Blandford Fly Bites – What You Need to Know

The Blandford fly is a tiny (2–3mm) black fly that can deliver a very painful bite, especially during May & June. They’re commonly found near rivers, streams, and even garden water features.

⚠️ Symptoms
• Painful bite (often on lower legs)
• Swelling, redness & itching
• Blisters (sometimes large)
• Possible fever, joint pain, or severe irritation

🛡️ How to Avoid Bites
• Cover your legs (long trousers, socks)
• Use insect repellent (look for DEET)
• Avoid insect swarms
• Use nets for babies & young children

💊 If You Get Bitten
• Wash with soap & water
• DO NOT scratch
• Apply a cold compress
• Take antihistamines (e.g. cetirizine or loratadine)
• Use pain relief (paracetamol or ibuprofen)
• Hydrocortisone cream can help inflammation

🚨 Get Medical Advice (NHS 111 / GP) if:
• Swelling or redness spreads
• High fever develops
• Symptoms last more than a few days

🚑 Call 999 immediately if:
• Breathing difficulty
• Swelling of face/tongue
• Chest pain or dizziness

Stay safe this summer and protect your legs! ☀️

27/03/2026

🐣 Easter Bank Holiday Closure Notice 🌼

Please note that our GP practice will be closed over the Easter bank holiday period.

📅 Closed: Good Friday and Easter Monday
📅 Reopening: We will reopen as normal on Tuesday

If you need urgent medical care while we are closed, please contact NHS 111 or visit your nearest urgent care service. In an emergency, always dial 999.

We wish all our patients a safe and happy Easter! 💛

18/03/2026

Meningitis B..........we are receiving lots of enquiries about this, please see below information we have received from Public Health

Public Health Update – Meningitis B

We are aware of recent national reports of Meningitis B.
At this time, there is no impact on our local area, and we are waiting for official advice from the government. We will update you as soon as guidance is issued.
General symptoms of Meningitis B can include:

• Fever
• Severe headache
• Vomiting
• Stiff neck
• Sensitivity to light
• Drowsiness or confusion
• A rash that does not fade when pressed (this may not always appear)

Babies may show different signs, such as poor feeding, irritability, floppiness, cold hands/feet, or difficulty waking.
If you are feeling unwell or are worried about symptoms, please contact the practice so we can arrange for you to speak with a clinician.
For urgent concerns, please contact NHS 111.
Reception staff cannot give medical advice, but they will help direct you to the right support.

24/02/2026

📣 We’re Improving Our Services!

Our Practice team will be attending an important Protected Learning Time (PLT) session on:

🗓 Wed 4th March
⏰ 13:00-18:30

This means the practice will be closed during this period while our staff take part in training to continue providing high-quality care to our patients.

If you need urgent help while we are closed:
☎️ Call NHS 111
🚨 For emergencies, dial 999

We appreciate your patience and continued support!

15/01/2026

🩺 WE’RE HIRING – MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR

We’re looking for a friendly, organised Medical Receptionist/Administrator to join our busy practice.

⏰ Hours: Part time-
Monday 14:00-18:00
Tuesday 13:30-18:30
Wednesday 13:30-18:30
Total 14 hours with some flexibility to help cover holidays/sickness when needed.

Duties include patient reception, booking appointments, phone enquiries, and admin support.

✔ Good communication & IT skills
✔ Professional and reliable
✔ Reception/healthcare experience preferred

Please note if you are a registered patient here you would need to register at another practice.

Please do share with friends and family.

📩 Apply by sending your CV to islip.reception@nhs.net

31/12/2025

Patient notice:
Unfortunately we have limited capacity today due to staff sickness 😷
We will review this again at 1pm.

30/12/2025

"The 'Stop Smoking, Feel Happier' campaign has launched!

A new regional campaign is hitting the streets to dispel a common myth about smoking as a way of
relieving stress and ask what makes the South East happy?

Members of the South East Smokefree Alliance (SESA) will be out and about across towns and cities
throughout January to spark conversations about wellbeing, and the link between quitting smoking and
feeling better.

The campaign is built on growing evidence that stopping smoking doesn’t just improve your physical
health, it can also make you happier. Within weeks of quitting, people’s brains start to rebalance
dopamine, the “happy hormone” that smoking suppresses us creating naturally.

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Quitting smoking has also been shown to lift your mood and support your mental wellbeing by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. Plus, it’s a win for your wallet — you could save hundreds of pounds every month by cutting out ci******es.

19/12/2025

Christmas Opening Hours:
Just a reminder that we will be closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Years Day.

Christmas Eve and New Years Eve are normal working hours.

19/12/2025

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