Elm Tree Surgery

05/05/2026

30/04/2026

Inspired by the London Marathon to get running, but unsure where to start?

With the NHS Couch to 5k app, you can ease into it at the pace that's right for you.

The app is free and perfect for beginners.

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/get-active/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/

30/04/2026

The MMR vaccine is gradually being replaced by the MMRV vaccine, which will offer protection against chickenpox alongside measles, mumps and rubella. Find out what this means for you and your little one in our blog post.
🔗 https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/12/17/what-is-the-mmrv-vaccine-and-is-my-child-eligible/

29/04/2026

Please note, the surgery will be closed today from 13.00-14.00 for a staff meeting.

The phone lines will be diverted during this time, and there will also be an emergency line provided if needed.

Many thanks for your co-operation with this and we apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

28/04/2026

Latest practice newsletter

28/04/2026

Girls under 25 and boys born after 1 September 2006 who missed their HPV vaccine at school are still eligible.

If you need to book an appointment, or you’re unsure if you’ve had your vaccine, speak to your GP.

28/04/2026

With the bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in good time to avoid any delays in getting your medicines.

GP practices and pharmacies may have different opening hours, so it’s best to plan ahead and not leave it until the last minute.

Find out how to order your repeat prescription here, including via the NHS App: https://nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions/how-to-order-a-repeat-prescription/

28/04/2026

April is .

If you're aged 50 to 74 and registered with a GP, you'll automatically get a bowel cancer screening home test kit (FIT kit) through the post. When you receive your test, complete it and return as soon as possible.

28/04/2026

Need support with your nutrition or weight?

Our enhanced access clinic this Saturday has limited appointments, contact your GP practice to book.

27/04/2026

Advanced Notice🔔:

On 29th April, the surgery will be closed from 13.00-14.00 for a staff meeting.

The phone lines will be diverted during this time, and there will also be an emergency line provided if needed.

Many thanks for your co-operation with this and we apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

24/04/2026

We are inviting more patients for their COVID Vaccinations , we have a clinic on Friday 1st May in surgery please respond to invite when received we are also arranging another clinic later in month .
Housebound patients will be vaccinated beginning of June .
Eligible groups are :
adults aged 75 years and over (by 30 June 2026)
residents in a care home for older adults
individuals aged 6 months and over who have a weakened immune system