The Banks Surgery

19/02/2026

This week’s issue includes news of the Every Woman’s Health Matters survey and the latest on the Hinckley Day Case Unit.

Read it here: https://us10.campaign-archive.com/?u=23297bdcae3ba9bf4ad336a94&id=01f3585ac0

15/02/2026

Families have been urged to ensure vaccinations are up to date to protect youngsters from the highly contagious infection

13/02/2026

Scarlet fever is common in young children and usually mild, but it’s important to get it treated so it doesn’t become something more serious.

If you spot the symptoms below, contact your GP practice.
🔗 https://nhs.uk/conditions/scarlet-fever/

06/02/2026

⚠️ Burkholderia found in certain wipes.

is a bacteria that rarely causes harm in healthy people but sometimes causes serious infections, particularly for those with certain medical conditions or managing IV lines at home:

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/public-advised-to-stop-using-certain-non-sterile-alcohol-free-wipes

05/02/2026

04/02/2026

03/02/2026

From 1 April 2026, the RSV vaccination programme will extend eligibility to:
🧓 Adults aged 80 years and over
🏠 All residents in older adult care homes, regardless of age

29/01/2026

THE BANKS SURGERY

VACANCY FOR MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR

Due to an internal promotion, we have a vacancy for a Medical Receptionist/Administrator to join the team for approximately 26 hours per week.

This role involves patient contact, both telephone and face-to-face, plus a range of administrative tasks. Candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to handle difficult situations, be flexible and adaptable and able to work well under pressure in a demanding environment.

Candidates must be available to help cover holiday and sickness shifts.

Previous experience would be an advantage, but full training will be provided. Membership to the NHS Pension Scheme is available.

If you would like to apply, please apply in writing to Jane Steel at The Banks Surgery or by email with CV and covering letter to: admin.thebanks@nhs.net

Closing date for applications is Monday 16th February 2026

26/01/2026

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR, as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme.
This replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, alongside measles, mumps and rubella.
You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child’s vaccination is due.
www.nhs.uk/mmrv

20/01/2026

Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in women under 35, but screening can help stop it before it starts. Protect yourself - attend your cervical screening. Cervical screening saves lives. For more information visit nhs.uk/cervicalscreening

18/01/2026

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR, as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme.
This replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, alongside measles, mumps and rubella.
You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child’s vaccination is due.
🔗 nhs.uk/mmrv