Station Drive Surgery

24/02/2026

ADVANCED NOTICE: Planned Closure on Wednesday 4th March.

We will be closed for staff training on Wednesday 4th March from 1pm. During this time, please contact 111 for any urgent issues that cannot safely wait. We will be open as usual the next day.

Please note that if you have been given an appointment in our extended hours, this will still take place.

18/02/2026

Please keep us up to date with your 🏠☎️📩📞📱contact details, especially your mobile number.

Vaccination invites, contact from secondary care, and urgent messages are sent out by text/calls to your mobile phone.

If you haven't told us your mobile number, or you think your details may have changed, please drop us a quick admin message via https://florey.accurx.com/p/M82014 and we'll check you're up to date.

Contact us about your request

17/02/2026

Shropshire Mental Heath Support's Wellbeing Vehicle is at Ludlow Market TOMORROW! Drop by for information on local mental health support.

12/02/2026

If it all feels too much, you’re not alone.
Text ‘STW’ to 85258 for instant, confidential help from Shout.
Reach out, any time. 💙
Learn more: https://bit.ly/STWShout

10/02/2026

Important patient information: Weight-loss injections

You may have seen recent news articles about weight-loss injections (GLP-1 and GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists) and a rare but serious side effect affecting the pancreas (pancreatitis).

While this side effect is uncommon, it’s important that patients are aware of the symptoms.

Please seek urgent medical attention if you experience:
- Severe and persistent abdominal pain
- Pain that may spread to your back
- Nausea and vomiting
These symptoms could be a sign of pancreatitis.

If pancreatitis is confirmed, treatment with these medications should not be restarted.

Any suspected side effects can also be reported via the Yellow Card Scheme.

If you have any questions or concerns about your medication, please contact the surgery and speak to our dedicated pharmacy team, who will be happy to advise you.

10/02/2026

This week is National HIV Testing Week.

Testing helps you find out if you have HIV – it's free on the NHS and easier than ever.

Effective treatment means people with HIV can live long, healthy lives and can't pass it on.

OpenClinic sexual health services provide free self-testing kits for people aged 16+, which can test for HIV, as well as other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They’re easy to order online via www.openclinic.org.uk.

During HIV Testing Week, people can also order a testing kit for HIV at www.freetesting.hiv where they have the option of a rapid test too, which gives results in minutes.

People under 16, or those who have symptoms, should visit their nearest sexual health clinic for a test: https://openclinic.org.uk/clinics/

Find out more ➡️ https://openclinic.org.uk/hiv-testing-week-2026/

06/02/2026

We understand that recent infant formula recalls may be causing worry for parents and carers. Our information page explains which products are affected and what you should do.

Batches from brands including Aptamil, Cow & Gate and SMA have been recalled. If you have formula at home, check the batch code as affected products may still be in your cupboard.

If you have an affected batch:

- Stop using it
- Return it to the store for a replacement
- You can switch to another batch or brand
- If formula was prescribed, speak to a pharmacist or doctor first

For a full list of affected batches and more information on infant formula recalls: https://www.food.gov.uk/safety-hygiene/infant-formula-recalls

05/02/2026

🐮Ludlow Livestock Market - Wellbeing Drop-In 🐑

Please come along for full or mini health checks! The next one is Friday 13th February between 10am and 2pm.

03/02/2026

The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against serious illnesses like pneumonia & meningitis.

It is recommended for people at higher risk of these illnesses, such as babies & adults aged 65 & over.

The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against some types of bacterial infections that can cause serious illnesses like:
➡️ Meningitis (an infection in the brain and spinal cord)
➡️Sepsis (a life-threatening reaction to an infection)
➡️Pneumonia (an infection in the lungs)

To arrange an appointment or to find if you are eligible, please contact the surgery.

To find out more https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/pneumococcal-vaccine/

03/02/2026

TODAY!
'Men Like Us' has it's meeting in Ludlow!

Have you ever thought about joining MLU but not known if its for you?
Give it a go! Might be the best thing you ever do!

Relaxed and informal setting with a brew and biscuits if your quick enough!

2pm-3pm
St Peters Church, Henlow Road, Ludlow, SY1 1QZ

02/02/2026

Sexual Violence Awareness Week is a time to highlight support for anyone affected by sexual assault or sexual violence, including women and men. 💜

Help is available if you have experienced abuse, are worried about someone else, or need advice on staying safe. Confidential support, medical care, forensic services and sexual health checks (including STI testing) can be accessed through specialist services.

You are not alone, and support is there when you are ready.

➡Get personal safety & domestic abuse advice: https://ow.ly/63yw50Y5XCp

➡Read about sexual violence against men: https://ow.ly/C6fA50Y5XCa

➡NHS help after r**e and sexual assault (including SARC services): nhs.uk/SARCs

29/01/2026

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs):
What they are & what to do if you think you have one.

A Urinary tract infection (UTI) happens when bacteria enter the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, or kidneys. Whilst UTIs are more common in women, anyone can get one. Most UTIs are mild and easy to treat, but if left untreated, they can spread to the kidneys and cause more serious health problems.

Symptoms of a UTI:
- Burning or stinging sensation whilst urinating
- Needing to urinate urgently or more often than usual
- Waking in the night to urinate
- Cloudy, strong, or bloody urine
- Pain in the lower tummy or back (under the ribs)
- Feeling unwell, with fever or flu-like symptoms

🔶If you think you have an infection, please contact us to speak to our duty clinician🔶

Urine samples can only be brought to the surgery if they have been requested by a clinician. We will provide the sterile container for you, along with a form to be completed and brought in with your sample.

Women aged 16 to 64 years who are not pregnant or breastfeeding can go directly to the pharmacy for suspected UTIs, no appointment needed.

Please contact our friendly reception team if you would like any further information.

Find out about urinary tract infections (UTIs), including what the symptoms are, when to get medical advice, how they're treated and what a chronic UTI is.