Northumberland House Surgery

16/07/2025

🤱 Protect you and your baby during pregnancy! 🤱

Pregnant people and newborns are at higher risk for getting sick with respiratory illnesses. Vaccinations provide protection during pregnancy and this passes to your baby before birth, helping them stay protected when they are most vulnerable to getting very sick.

You should be contacted by us if you are eligible, but if you have not yet or have any questions you can contact the surgery on 01562 757377 to get booked in.

🔗 For more information: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/pregnancy-how-to-help-protect-you-and-your-baby/pregnancy-how-to-help-protect-you-and-your-baby

09/07/2025

💉 Mpox and MenB Vaccine Update 💉

From August 2025, there will be an introduction of new routine vaccinations to protect against Mpox and Gonorrhoea (4CMenB). These will be provided in s*xual health services and are primarily for gay, bis*xual and other men who have s*x with men, at higher risk of acquiring these infections.

You can contact your local vaccination site or s*xual health clinic and they will advise you with further information and eligibility. Alternatively if you are struggling to contact these places, you can call 111 for advice.

For more information:
🔗 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vaccine-update-issue-360-july-2025-4cmenb-for-gonorrhoea-and-mpox-special/vaccine-update-issue-360-july-2025-mpox-men-b-special

04/07/2025

Next week is Alcohol Awareness Week!

Living Well Taking Control is hosting a free webinar to raise awareness of the shared risk factors between alcohol and Type 2 diabetes, and the importance of early intervention.

Throughout the webinar, attendees will:

- Learn how alcohol and diabetes are linked
- Understand the importance of addressing prediabetes early
- Gain tips on healthy eating, physical activity, stress management, and better sleep

📅 Date: 9th July 2025 @ 12:00-12:40pm

🔗 Registration Link:

Empower Your Health - Explore the Link Between Alcohol and Type 2 Diabetes Join Our Webinar for Alcohol Awareness Week!

02/07/2025

JUNE 2025
265 appointments were not attended. This cost the NHS £11,130.
Please cancel if you cannot attend.

27/06/2025

‼️ Weight Loss Injections ‼️

It has been circulated that weight loss injections are able to be prescribed on the NHS. Please note that these are only available under very strict criteria:

➤ Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or above

AND

➤ Diagnosis of 4 or more of the following:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- High cholesterol (dyslipidemia)
- Cardiovascular disease (stroke, angina etc)
- Obstructive sleep apnoea
- Type 2 diabetes.

⭐️ Please be aware that before prescribing, you must have completed a formal weight management programme such as the NHS Digital Weight Management Service or the Diabetes Prevention Programme ⭐️

Please do not contact the surgery in regards to the injections, as we will be contacting eligible patients directly.

18/06/2025

MELO is a new service available to all children and young people aged 0-25, aiming to improve emotional wellbeing and mental health. A tailored package of support will be built around the client and their families.

Here are a few examples of the many struggles they can assist with:

💛 Sleeping, eating or toileting problems

💛 Changes in social interaction

🧡 Signs of anxiety, depression, aggression

🧡 Trouble with school or work

❤️ Friendship/relationship issues

❤️ Hyperactivity and inattention

🩶 Low self esteem or confidence

🩶 Bereavement

If you feel this service would be helpful to you or someone you know, please complete a self referral form: https://tally.so/r/npzkxJ

🔗Find out more at https://www.onside-advocacy.org.uk/melo

10/06/2025

⭐️ It is Carers Week!! ⭐️

A carer is someone who provides unpaid care to a family member/friend who has a disability, illness, mental health condition, addiction or is needing extra support.

65% of people in the UK will provide care in their adult life, which means you, or someone you know, may already need support.

Carers UK say that; “Social Services and the NHS rely on carers’ willingness and ability to provide care. Without the support of unpaid carers, these systems would collapse.” 💙

This year’s theme is 'Caring About Equality,' which focuses on the inequalities faced by unpaid carers. These include a higher risk of poverty, social isolation, and poor mental and physical health. Get involved in Carers Week 2025 to help create a society that values and supports all carers.

⭐️ Donate today: https://www.carersworcs.org.uk/donate ⭐️

09/06/2025

🧬 Did you know men are at higher risk of Type 2 Diabetes?

During Men's Health Week, LWTC are hosting a free webinar on 10th June 2025 at 12pm.
The session is aimed at patients at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes or have been diagnosed with Prediabetes.

Through this webinar, attendees with learn about:
- Importance of early intervention
- Risk Factors
- Lifestyle tips
- Stress management

Register HERE: https://mens-health-week-lwtc.eventbrite.com

05/06/2025

🚹 Next week is Men's Health Week 🚹

Men's Health Week (9th - 15th June) aims to reduce the stigma surrounding men's health issues, promote discussion, and boost men's confidence. It plays a crucial role in encouraging men to take responsibility for their well-being.

Ensure your loved ones are up to date with any routine check ups.
Anyone over the age of 40 is eligible for a routine Health Check every 5 years if registered with us.

See attached some helpful links in regards to men's health.
https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/health-and-wellbeing/helpful-links/mens-health-hub
https://www.menshealthforum.org.uk/mhw
https://www.menshealthforum.org.uk/diy-man-mot

02/06/2025

MAY 2025
269 appointments were not attended. This cost the NHS £11,298.
Please cancel if you cannot attend.

20/05/2025

Family hubs provide a welcoming place for families and expectant parents to access information, signposting, and services in the community. Services offered could include:

➤ Midwifery
➤ Health visiting
➤ Speech and Language
➤ Infant feeding
➤ Baby and toddler groups
➤ Workshops for parents/carers
➤ Health and wellbeing, housing, finance and debt support

www.worcestershire.gov.uk/familyhubs

12/05/2025

April Missed Appointments

How to cancel your appointment:
- Use your NHS app
- Phone Reception and use the Check and Cancel option or the Cancellation line to speak to a receptionist.