Morrab Surgery

13/04/2026

01/04/2026

MMRV is now part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme, replacing the MMR vaccine.

It protects against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox.
Chickenpox is very common and can sometimes lead to serious complications, so vaccination helps reduce the risk of serious illness as children grow.

You don’t need to do anything — your GP will be in touch when your child is due.

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

31/03/2026

📱 Digital health apps to support people with COPD and asthma

If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma - why not download the free, NHS‑endorsed App to help manage your condition. The myCOPD and myAsthma apps are free to download until the end of May 2026. It’s all part of NHS 10 Year Plan to provide more digital support.

People living with COPD or asthma can now access free, NHS‑endorsed digital support to help manage their condition.

31/03/2026

🌿 Spring health tips for local people and visitors 🌿

The Cornwall and Isles of Scilly ICB are sharing easy advice to help everyone stay safe and well over the Easter holidays. The county and islands will be busy, so a little planning can help everyone enjoy their break and reduce pressure on local health services.

Local residents are also encouraged to share these tips with family and friends who may be visiting.

Read more here:
https://cios.icb.nhs.uk/2026/03/23/spring-health-tips-for-local-people-and-visitors/?mc_cid=5342f4b242&mc_eid=ea73124662

31/03/2026

On Friday 27 March, the government published new, evidence-informed guidance to help parents and carers of children under 5 navigate screen time.

Find out more here: https://www.morrabsurgery.co.uk/2026/03/31/screen-time-guidance-for-under-5s/

30/03/2026

** ROADWORKS**

South West Water have advised us that they are carrying our essential works on Buriton Row and need to close the road near the junction of Morrab Road to near to the junction for Union Street for 4 days from today. Diversions will be in place.

24/03/2026

You can do so much more with the NHS App than you realise. View your GP health record, check your test results, receive direct messages from the NHS, and request your repeat prescriptions quickly and easily. Tap the NHS App

You can do so much more with the NHS App than you realise. You can quickly and easily request your repeat prescription. And if you turn on notifications, you’ll get messages and appointment reminders…

23/03/2026

We are having unexpected problems with our clinical system EMIS today - this is a national issue - and it may intermittently disrupt our ability to manage appointments, access medical records, and process prescriptions throughout the day.

Thank you for your patience whilst the issue is being resolved.

23/03/2026

Ordering Prescriptions in time for Easter

Order by Wednesday 25 March 2026 - This is the last day to order prescriptions ahead of the Easter bank holiday

Allow at least 7 days for your pharmacy to prepare your medication after the bank holiday

Use the NHS App - It's the quickest and easiest way to request a repeat prescription, even when the practice is closed

Make sure to plan ahead to avoid running out of medication during the Easter weekend!

18/03/2026

Please keep us updated with your current contact details. It’s important that we can reach you when needed, and it also ensures other NHS services, such as the hospital, can contact you without delay.

You can update your details here:

Change Your Personal Details Change of Personal Details Before submitting this form please check to make sure your new address fall within our practice boundary. If not you will need to register with a new surgery. Please let us know as soon as possible if you change your address, telephone number o...

17/03/2026

*Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.*

Symptoms of meningitis develop suddenly and can include:
- a high temperature (fever)
- being sick
- a headache
- a rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it (but a rash will not always develop)
- a stiff neck
- a dislike of bright lights
- drowsiness or unresponsiveness
- seizures (fits)

These symptoms can appear in any order. *You do not always get all the symptoms.*

Call 999 for an ambulance or go to your nearest A&E immediately if you think you or someone you look after could have meningitis or sepsis.

Trust your instincts and do not wait for all the symptoms to appear or until a rash develops.

*Someone with meningitis or sepsis can get a lot worse very quickly.*

The UK Health Security Agency has written a great blog explaining more here:

https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/31/what-is-meningitis-symptoms-risks-and-how-to-protect-yourself/

And you can check out the NHS website for more.
➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/