Wycliffe Surgery

19/03/2026

Meningitis Outbreak

We know many of you may have seen the recent news outbreak regarding the Meningitis outbreak in Kent. UKHSA has confirmed that, outside of the specific outbreak area, there is no increased risk at this time. That means that there's no need for extra measures beyond the usual good hygiene and keeping vaccinations up to date.

A quick reminder about routine vaccinations: Keeping children and young people up to date with their vaccines is one of the best ways to protect them. This includes MenACWY vaccine, which helps protect against several types of meningococcal disease.

Some cases in the Kent outbreak have been identified as MenB. The MenB vaccine is part of the routine schedule for babies at 8 weeks, 12 weeks and1 year. Current guidance does not recommend MenB vaccinations after 2.

For more information regarding this and your vaccination history, please visit our website.

https://wycliffesurgery.co.uk/meningitis-outbreak-information-for-our-patients/

23/02/2026

This year, Eating Disorders Awareness Week focuses on the importance of community in supporting people with eating disorders. Community ensures that people with eating disorders aren’t alone on their journey.

This Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026 we are raising awareness about the important role Community plays in helping someone feel supported.

18/02/2026

Are you using the NHS App? Filled with useful information and the ability to access GP services and your health records, managing your health has never been easier.

Download the NHS App, or open the NHS website in a web browser, to set up and log in to your NHS account. Owned and run by the NHS, your NHS account is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services online.

16/02/2026

In the UK, someone dies from a heart or circulatory condition every three minutes. That’s almost 500 people every day, and almost 200,000 every year. February is Heart Month, so let’s raise awareness and help reduce this number.

Keep us beating this Heart Month in February. Take on a challenge to walk 28, 50 or 100 miles, or fundraise your way to help us power lifesaving research.

14/02/2026

If you’re an older adult, or you care for an older adult, Age Concern can offer help, support and advice to help you stay healthy and well, to ensure older age is enjoyable.

Age UK is the leading charity for older people. Visit Age UK today for help, information and advice or to see how you can donate or give support.

13/02/2026

Vaccinations for children in the UK are changing, with many children now being eligible for a vaccination that includes protection against chicken pox as well as other conditions that can cause serious complications.

A full list of the routine vaccinations offered on the NHS and when they should be given.

12/02/2026

There are a few things you can do to help keep you and your family safe and well over the winter months. Cold increases the risk of illness and hospital admissions in the vulnerable, so staying warm really can help you to stay well.

As we get older, it can be harder to stay healthy in winter. Find out what the causes are, and what we can do to keep well - from beating the winter blues to making sure our home is warm enough.

11/02/2026

‘This is my place’ is the theme of this year’s Children’s Mental Health Week. This week focuses on the importance of children having somewhere they feel they belong.

Place2Be's official Children's Mental Health Week exists to empower, equip and give a voice to all children and young people in the UK.

10/02/2026

‘Smart tech, safe choices – exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’ is the theme of this year’s Safer Internet Day. If we work together, we can protect our children and each other from the harm that can be done on the internet.

Safer Internet Day 2026 will take place on the 10th of February 2026, with celebrations and learning based around the theme ‘Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’.

09/02/2026

Anyone can have a one-off seizure. If you have a seizure, you may be diagnosed with epilepsy if your doctor believes there’s a high risk you’ll have further seizures. Around one in 100 people in the UK are living with epilepsy.

International Epilepsy Day is a special event which promotes awareness of epilepsy in more than 130 countries each year. Every year on the second Monday of February (International Epilepsy Day) people join together to celebrate and highlight the problems faced by people with epilepsy, their families...

09/02/2026

If you remain cold over a period of time, you can become unwell, particularly if you’re in a more vulnerable group, such as those with chronic conditions, older adults or young children. It’s important to stay warm to reduce the risk of illness and unplanned hospital admissions.

Find advice on how to stay well in winter, including getting the flu and COVID-19 vaccines, and keeping your home warm.

08/02/2026

Children often absorb more from their surroundings than we might imagine. Overhearing adults’ concerns about things like money, jobs and their own education can translate into stress and anxiety.

How to help your child deal with anxiety about things such as going to school or socialising with friends. Also, how to tell when it's time to get medical help.