Asplands and Woburn Medical Centre

13/05/2026

This week is Mental Health awareness week.

For more mental health actions and all things Mental Health Awareness Week check out https://shorturl.at/yKo05 / (link in bio 🔗)

12/05/2026

Thank you!

06/05/2026

At Asplands and Woburn Medical Centre, the quality of care is important to us, share your experience at https://www.cqc.org.uk/give-feedback-on-care/start?referer=GFOCPC

30/04/2026

It's World Immunisation Week, so a good time for a reminder that the spring COVID-19 vaccination programme is under way for vulnerable groups at risk of serious illness from the disease.

Patients eligible for the spring vaccine are urged to take up the offer as soon as possible to protect themselves. Protection from previous vaccinations wanes over time, so it’s important for those eligible to come forward and top up their protection.

The following groups are eligible:
• People aged 75 and over (or who will turn 75 by 30 June 2026)
• People aged six months and over who have a weakened immune system
• Residents of care homes for older people.

Visit the NHS website or NHS App, or call 119 to book and appointment.

29/04/2026

FREE information and recovery support event for stroke survivors and carers at The Stables, Milton Keynes, MK17 8LU on Thursday 14th May, 10am to 3pm.

You can expect excellent speakers who will explore how music, singing, and physical activity can support recovery. Also, a para-athlete will share his inspiring journey of recovery following a stroke.

There will be a range of information stands available on the day including Headway, Different Strokes, and Age UK.

To book your place, visit: stables.org/event/stroke-association-live

23/04/2026

Don’t get caught out by hay fever!

If you’re prone to itchy eyes, sneezing, or a runny nose, now is the time to prepare:
• Start antihistamines early (before symptoms peak)
• Keep windows closed during high pollen days
• Shower and change clothes after being outdoors
• Wear sunglasses to help protect your eyes

For advice and treatment, speak to your local pharmacy – they can recommend suitable medications and provide treatments without needing a GP appointment.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hay-fever/

22/04/2026

Meet Deepika Lawrence, our PCN Occupational Therapist. She led The Over 75s project with valuable support from the surgery’s Care Coordinators.

Questionnaires were distributed to all patients aged over 75 who were not currently on an annual recall pathway. Based on their responses, patients were followed up by our Occupational Therapist and either referred to appropriate services or offered a home visit for a comprehensive assessment.

Findings from the project showed that patients with identified needs experienced a significant improvement in their quality of life following the interventions provided.

This proactive initiative was funded through a BLMK Research and Innovation grant, in partnership with the University of Bedfordshire. The project was also presented as a poster at the recent EPIIC Conference, as illustrated in the image with Deepika.

As a PCN, we remain committed to enhancing patient care through innovative approaches. We are grateful for the engagement and participation of our patients, whose involvement makes projects like this possible.

16/04/2026

One of the quickest and easiest ways to contact us is through Engage Consult on our website. Start your online consultation here: https://engage.gp/7987/services

Please note bank holidays and weekends are non-working days. Please contact 111 during out of hours or 999 if this is an emergency. Not all medical queries will require a GP appointment, however where an appointment is required a member of the Practice team will be in contact to arrange a phone call or face to face consultation. Please wait at least 48 hours to receive a response from the surgery before you submit a repeat enquiry.

15/04/2026

Think pharmacy first!

08/04/2026

World Autism Month is an opportunity for everyone to come together and raise awareness, acceptance and create a society where autistic people are supported and understood.

Show up for autistic people!

https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/acceptance-and-awareness/world-autism-acceptance-month

https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/acceptance-and-awareness/how-you-show-up

Take part this World Autism Acceptance Month at home, at school, or in the workplace.

02/04/2026

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month! Bowel cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, but when it is detected early, it is highly treatable. We encourage everyone to be aware of the signs and symptoms and to seek medical advice if something doesn’t feel right.

Today marks the start of and we need your help! Share this post to raise vital awareness📢

Nine in 10 people survive bowel cancer when diagnosed at the earliest stages. That's why this Bowel Cancer Awareness Month we’re asking you to help share life-saving awareness about the disease.

Together, we can raise awareness and move closer to a future where nobody dies of bowel cancer. 💛

To learn more and get involved go to https://bit.ly/4boZxCs