St Mary Street Surgery

20/03/2026

Meningitis B Information

We understand that the recent news regarding Meningitis B in Kent is concerning for many families. To help clarify the current vaccination guidelines, please note the following:

1. Currently, the Men B vaccine is only routinely offered to babies at 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 1 year. This is because infants are in the highest risk category.

2. The Men ACWY vaccine given to teenagers at school protects against four strains, but it does not include the B strain.

Most adults and teenagers in the UK have not been vaccinated against Men B.

A targeted vaccination programme has been introduced for students living in Canterbury Campus Halls of residence at the University of Kent and to anyone that was offered the preventative antibiotic treatment as part of the outbreak (Only).

Unfortunately we are unable to provide the meningitis B vaccine to to patients outside of the routine childhood vaccination schedule or this targeted vaccination programme.

If you or a family member wish to receive it, you will need to contact a private provider, such as a private travel clinic or a high-street pharmacy.

Symptoms can include:
* high fever
* headache
* stiff neck
* light sensitivity
* a rash that does not fade under a glass

If you suspect meningitis, seek urgent medical advice from NHS 111 in the first instance.
Please do not attend the surgery, we will be happy to help over the phone if required.

18/03/2026

** We are recruiting**

We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our Nursing team.

We have 26 hours per week available.

HCA experience in a GP setting is essential.

For further information and to apply, please visit

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05/01/2026

Start the year smokefree.

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SmokeFree Bristol offers free support including:
one‑to‑one appointments and flexible phone/video support
free quit aids (NRT, medications and vapes)
the Quit with Bella app to keep you on track

Find out more: www.bristol.gov.uk/smoke-free-bristol

22/12/2025

*** Renovation work ***

Renovation works will commence at St Mary Street Surgery early January 2026 until April 2026.
We apologise for any noise or other inconvenience this work might cause. We will endeavour to keep this to a minimum but please bear with us during this time.

22/12/2025

09/12/2025

WE ARE RECRUITING! We are looking for a new permanent part-time receptionist ( up to 25 hours per week)to join our friendly team at St Mary Street Surgery. Job share considered (10 to 15 hours per week)
To find out more about the job please click on this link
https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=55c1d8c7d042f71e&from=shareddesktop_copy

19/11/2025

Don't delay your Cervical Screening appointment when you receive your invitation. Book your appointment today!

*CERVICAL SCREENING SAVES LIVES.*

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15/10/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Starting 1st November, we will be introducing a Care Navigation tool to enhance how we support our patients.

A big thank you to the members of our Patient Participation Group (PPG) who have helped test the tool and provide valuable feedback.

This innovative tool will enable us to better match each patient’s needs with the most appropriate care pathway—ensuring care is delivered safely, consistently, and efficiently.

As a patient, you shouldn’t experience too much change. We already ask for the reason of your inquiry; this questioning may just become a little more concise and consistent.

The clinical pathways have been agreed upon by our practice’s GP Partners. These pathways align with clinical best practice and are compatible with the care you’ve come to know and trust at St Mary Street Surgery.

15/10/2025

Our A&E departments are very busy at the moment treating the most seriously ill patients. Please help us help you, by choosing wisely and using the right NHS service for your needs.

📞 Contact 111
If you think you help straight away but it’s not an emergency, contact NHS 111, 24/7, for immediate advice and guidance on which service to use. Go online or call 111.

👩🏻‍⚕️ Minor injuries
Our minor injury units in Clevedon and Yate treat injuries that aren’t life-threatening such as broken bones, sprains, cuts and splinters. The Urgent Treatment Centre in Hengrove treats all these, plus minor illnesses too. They’re all open weekends as well as evenings.

👩‍⚕️ Think Pharmacy First
For expert advice on minor health issues and medicines. Pharmacists are highly qualified healthcare professionals and can advise if you need another NHS service. They can also supply prescription-only medication for seven common conditions including sinusitis and UTIs.

🩺 Speak to your GP
If you have an illness or health concern that won’t go away – you can contact them by phone, online or via the NHS App.

🚑 When to use A&E
For help with serious and life-threatening conditions, call 999 right away or go straight to A&E.

Information about health services in our area and advice about how to get the right care in the quickest way.

17/09/2025

We have started inviting eligible patients to book their Flu & Covid vaccine appointment. Invites are staggered to help us manage the bookings efficiently.
Clinics start from early October.

21/07/2025

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) - new medication for weight loss

The above is being rolled out in stages into GP Surgeries for eligible population groups.

Please note:
➡️ Only patients who are eligible will be invited by the practice.
➡️ We kindly ask that you do not contact the practice to request the injections.

Information about eligibility and the staged roll out plan can be found here:

https://bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk/tirzepatide-mounjaro/

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Tirzepatide, commonly known as Mounjaro®, is a new medication recently recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for some adults living with obesity.