Northfield Medical Centre Blaby

13/10/2025

Covid-19 vaccine eligibility has changed, see the information below:

09/10/2025

Contact us to book your Flu appointment

https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine/

02/10/2025

September 2025 information

83 GP appointments and 67 nurse appointments were wasted. This equates to 34 hours of GP and nurse time. Please cancel any unwanted appointments. Appointments can be cancelled using the NHS app, or by calling the surgery on 0116 3192203 and selecting the option to cancel an appointment.

24/09/2025

Migraine Awareness Week, 23rd - 29th September

It’s Migraine Awareness Week, and it’s an opportunity to change the perception that migraines are “just a headache”. They’re a complex neurological condition that impacts on every aspect of life, from day-to-day activities to long-term goals.

Find out how you can get involved in this year's Migraine Awareness Week and help us share what migraine really means.

22/09/2025

National Eye Health Week, 22nd - 28th September

More than 2 million people in the UK are living with sight loss that’s severe enough to have a significant impact on their daily lives. Caring for your eyes can help keep them healthy.
Eat a balanced, healthy diet
Get active
Do not smoke or v**e
Protect your eyes when the UV Index rises to 3 or more
Have regular eye tests
Vision matters and National Eye Health Week aims to ensure that everyone takes care of their eyes.

19/09/2025

Youth Mental Health Day, 19th September

Did you know one in five 8-25-year-olds have a mental health disorder? Yet, only 40% are able to access effective treatment? This year’s Youth Mental Health Day theme is ‘Share Support’. Studies show that peer support can be associated with reductions in depression and anxiety in young people, and when young people share their own coping strategies and recommendations, it not only empowers them but also provides others with relatable, practical tools to help with their challenges.

Join us on 19th September: this year’s YMHD theme, Share Support, encourages us all to connect, share, and access clinically-informed mental health resources.

18/09/2025

Need help fast and it isn’t life threatening? Read new local advice to get the right NHS care in two simple steps. https://bit.ly/need-help-fast

Download this new NHS guide for when you need help quickly and it isn’t life-threatening: https://bit.ly/need-help-fast-brochure

Leicestershire and Rutland
Need help fast? Read how to get the right NHS care in two simple steps. Plus, share your views on health services by 7 December 2025. https://bit.ly/needhelp-fast

Share your views about health advice for when you need help quickly, and your experiences of GP practice and pharmacy services. Closing date: 7 December
2025. https://bit.ly/need-help-fast-engagement

Getting NHS help fast The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is making it easier for you to get help quickly when you need it. We want to hear your […]

16/09/2025

Business Administration Apprentice Level 3 required - APPLY BELOW
We're looking to employ a Business Administration Apprentice here at Northfield Medical Centre. If you are interested, or know anyone that is, please have a look at the details in the link below. Feel free to share this post, the closing date to apply is Wednesday 1st October at 11.59pm.
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC1000342038

15/09/2025

Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week, 15th - 19th September

This Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week, we’re focusing on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) – a serious autoimmune condition that’s often misunderstood. RA isn’t just “aches and pains”. It’s chronic, it’s painful, and it can affect every part of a person’s life.
Let’s dispel the myths, raise awareness and support the millions living with RA every day.
https://nras.org.uk/campaigning/ra-awareness-week/

10/09/2025

***Trigger Warning***
World Su***de Prevention Day, 10th September

Whether it’s World Su***de Prevention Day or any normal day of the week, it’s important to remember you’re never alone.
Samaritans https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/
Call Mind’s support line on 0300 102 1234
Call ‘Feelings of suicide’ helpline on 0808 115 1505
***dePreventionDay

If you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care.

This year’s campaign was co-created with people who have lived experience. Their feedback has shown the importance of interrupting their suicidal thoughts and how it can save a life.

09/09/2025

Know Your Numbers Week, 8th - 14th September

5 million UK adults aged 18-64 may have undiagnosed high blood pressure, increasing their risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease. Many don’t even know it. That’s why getting a simple blood pressure check at home could really save your life!
Book a blood pressure check in the surgery today. https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/know-your-numbers/know-your-numbers-week/

Know your numbers and take control of your life!
High blood pressure is known as the “silent killer” as it can show no symptoms at all. If you know your numbers, you’ll have the power to act and monitor changes. Whether you need to cut down on salt, increase your activity level or discuss medication, it starts with a simple blood pressure check. https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/your-blood-pressure/

Our information is written by our team of experts, and this section takes you through what your blood pressure readings mean, how high blood pressure can affect your body, what causes it and the steps you can take to lower it.

08/09/2025

Northfield Medical Centre will be closed from 1pm on Wednesday 10th September for staff training.
If you require urgent medical attention between 1pm and 6:30pm; please contact DHU services on 0300 323 0671
After 6:30pm; please dial 111 to contact the 111 Service
The surgery will reopen as normal on Thursday.
Thank you