Ancora Medical Practice

13/04/2026

April is IBS Awareness Month.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

It can be very frustrating to live with and have a big impact on your everyday life.

Find out more, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/

13/04/2026

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

Contact your GP if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms associated with bowel cancer.

• changes in your poo, such as having softer poo, diarrhoea or constipation that is not usual for you
• needing to poo more or less often than usual for you
• blood in your poo, which may look red or black
• bleeding from your bottom

Find out more about what to look out for: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bowel-cancer/

09/04/2026

08/04/2026

08/04/2026

‼️Our Ashby Road and Detuyll Street Practices will not be available to patients today from 13:00pm due to protected learning time.
If you require medical assistance during our protected learning time, you can contact 111, visit your local pharmacy or in an emergency, call 999.
Please check before attending your local pharmacy that they are open, you can do this by visiting the below link.
https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/
Thank you
Ancora Medical Practice

07/04/2026

You can now book your spring COVID-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App if you are aged 75 or over, have a weakened immune system or live in a care home for older adults.

Find out more and book at https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-covid-19-vaccination/

31/03/2026

If you require assistance whilst we are closed, please visit the opening hours section on our website for advise on what to do when we are unavailable - https://www.ancoramedicalpractice.nhs.uk/opening-hours

Thank you

26/03/2026

🌿 Today is Social Prescribing Day! 🌿

Go join them at Ashby Clinic, Collum Lane, DN16 2SZ from 10:30am – 2:00pm for a refreshment and a biscuit, and discover more about the social prescribing service.

Meet the team, learn how social prescribing can support your health and wellbeing, and find out about local community groups and activities that can make a real difference. 💚

Everyone is welcome — they can’t wait to see you there!

23/03/2026

We’re aware of recent reports of a Meningitis B outbreak in Kent and understand this may be concerning for our patients.

For clear, up-to-date information about Meningitis — including symptoms, vaccination, and what to do if you’re worried — please visit:
👉 NHS Meningitis information: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/
Symptoms to watch for include fever, headache, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, vomiting, and a rash that doesn’t fade when pressed.
If you or your child develop these symptoms, please seek urgent medical advice. If you’re unsure, contact the practice or call NHS 111 for guidance.

Read about meningitis, an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. Find out about the symptoms, vaccines and treatments.

20/03/2026

MenB needs close and prolonged contact to spread, such as living in the same household
or intimate contact such as kissing or sharing drinks and vapes.

It is not as contagious as other infections like measles or COVID-19.

Learn more about meningitis, including how to spot it and when to get help if you need it.

➡️ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/18/meningitis-b-outbreak-what-you-need-to-know/