Healey Surgery

15/12/2025

Have you had your Flu vaccine❓

Flu cases are currently on the rise with an average of 2660 patients per day being admitted to hospital.

The Flu jab reduces the risk of becoming seriously ill this Christmas, and helps protect those around you.

We currently have vaccinations available for:
💉Aged 18-64years
💉6 month - 17years
💉65 and over

Contact the surgery today to book your flu vaccine.

An average of 2,660 patients per day were in a hospital bed with flu last week – the highest ever for this time of year.

For older adults, getting flu can increase the risk of stroke, heart attack and pneumonia.

If you're eligible, it's vital that you get protected with the free NHS flu vaccine.

Book via your GP, pharmacy or the NHS App.

➡️ nhs.uk/bookflu

25/11/2025

⛄️Our Winter Newsletter is now available! ❄️

Inside this edition, you’ll find important updates from the surgery, winter health advice, information on services available to support you, and guidance on how to get the right care when you need it most.

Please take a moment to have a read — it’s full of helpful tips to keep you well over the colder months.

You can view the newsletter here

Stay warm and stay well!⛄️

13/11/2025

🌍💊 Antimicrobial Awareness Week – November 18–24 💊🌍
Every year, from 18–24 November, we join people all around the world to recognise Antimicrobial Awareness Week — a global campaign led by the World Health Organization (WHO).
This week is all about raising awareness of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) — that’s when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites change over time, making the medicines we rely on (like antibiotics) less effective. AMR is one of the biggest threats to global health, but together, we can help slow it down! 💙
🩺 Why it matters
Antimicrobial medicines, such as antibiotics, are vital for treating infections and keeping us healthy. But using them when they’re not needed, or not using them correctly, allows germs to adapt and become resistant. This means infections become harder to treat — and that’s something we can all help prevent.
🌟 What this week aims to do
Raise awareness: Help everyone — from patients to professionals — understand the impact of AMR.
Promote responsible use: Encourage using antibiotics only when necessary and always as prescribed.
Encourage best practices: Support safe, effective use of antibiotics in healthcare, farming, and everyday life.
Inspire global action: Bring communities together to protect these life-saving medicines for future generations.
💙 How you can get involved
Learn more: Visit the WHO’s campaign website for helpful resources, posters, and social media content.
Become an Antibiotic Guardian: Take a simple pledge on how you can help protect the power of antibiotics 👉 antibioticguardian.com
Spread the word: Share what you learn with friends, family, and colleagues — every conversation helps.
Educate young people: Try fun, educational resources like the e-Bug programme to teach children about microbes, hygiene, and resistance.
Go Blue for AMR: Wear something light blue 💙, update your social media profiles, or post about the campaign to show your support!
Together, we can keep antibiotics working for everyone — today, and for generations to come. 🌍✨

13/11/2025

🌟 Have you downloaded the NHS App yet? 🌟
The NHS App makes it easier than ever to manage your health and access NHS services — all from the comfort of your own home! 💙
With the app, you can:
✅ Order repeat prescriptions
✅ View your GP health record
✅ Check your vaccination history
✅ Get health advice
✅ And much more — all safely and securely
You can download the NHS App on your smartphone or tablet, or if you prefer, you can also access it online through the NHS website using your usual login details.
It’s quick, simple, and completely free to use. You just need to be aged 13 or over to get started.
👉 Download the NHS App today and take control of your health at your fingertips!

13/11/2025

📢The surgery will be closed from 1:00pm today for staff training. We will reopen at 08:00am 14/11/2025.📢

📍If You need to speak to a doctor before we reopen or need none urgent medical advice please call 111.

🚑In the event of an medical emergency please attend the nearest A+E / Urgent care centre or call 999. 🚑

03/11/2025

📣Diabetic Foot Checks — Important Patient Information📣

❌As part of your annual diabetes review, you will receive a comprehensive diabetic foot assessment. This examination is a vital part of ongoing diabetes care and helps to protect your long-term health.
❌Diabetes can affect the nerves and blood vessels in the feet, which may reduce sensation and circulation. These changes can increase the risk of foot ulcers, infections, and serious complications if problems are not identified early.
❌A routine foot check allows healthcare professionals to:
Assess circulation and nerve function
Identify areas of high pressure or skin changes
Detect early signs of infection or ulceration
Provide tailored advice on foot care and footwear
Offer prompt treatment or specialist referral if needed
❌Regular monitoring and early intervention greatly reduce the risk of complications.
We therefore encourage all patients with diabetes to attend their scheduled foot check and to report any concerns between appointments.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain your foot health and overall wellbeing.

03/11/2025

‼️Important Notice for Patients Attending Diabetes Review Appointments‼️
🩺As part of your annual diabetes review, we kindly ask to bring a fresh urine sample for Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio (ACR) testing.
The urine ACR test is an essential component of diabetes monitoring and plays a key role in the early detection of kidney disease. Identifying changes in kidney function early allows for timely treatment and can significantly improve long-term health outcomes.
🩺Please ensure you collect your urine sample on the morning of your appointment and bring it with you when you attend the clinic.
Sample pots are available from reception if needed.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us provide the highest standard of care.

Thank you for your support.

19/09/2025

🩺 Get Your Flu & COVID-19 Vaccines at Healey Surgery!
We’re now offering free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to eligible patients.

💉 Flu vaccine eligibility
- People aged 65 and over
- Pregnant women
- People aged 6 months and over with certain long-term health conditions (e.g., diabetes, heart, lung, or kidney disease)
- Carers and frontline health or social care workers
- Children aged 2–3 years (via nasal spray)

💉 COVID-19 booster eligibility
- Adults aged 75 years and over
- Residents in care homes for older adults
- People aged 6 months and over with a weakened immune system or certain long-term health conditions

📅 How to book
Call us on 01706 868468
Protect yourself and your loved ones this winter – book today!

19/09/2025

🩺The 10-Year Health Plan – “Fit for the Future” outlines the long-term vision for healthcare in England.
📅Over the next decade, the NHS will place particular emphasis on:
⭐️Enhancing patient care
⭐️Driving medical innovation
⭐️Expanding community-based services
Find out more on:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/10-year-health-plan-for-england-fit-for-the-future

28/07/2025