Westbury Group Practice

23/07/2025

UPDATE:
Weight Loss Injections - Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) – What’s Happening Locally?

You might have heard that a new medication called tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) has been approved by the NHS to help with weight loss for some people living with obesity.

Although national guidance now supports its use as part of a weight management programme, most GP surgeries – including ours – aren’t yet able to prescribe it.

This is because local NHS services are still working on the right setup and support needed to safely offer this treatment.

We know this may be frustrating if you were hoping to try it, and we really appreciate your patience. We’ll share any updates as soon as things change.

In the meantime, please don’t contact the GP practice for a prescription as we won’t be able to do it.

You can find a statement from Bath, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Integrated Care Board (ICB) about this matter here: https://bsw.icb.nhs.uk/information-for-patients-on-availability-of-new-weight-loss-treatment/

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From Monday 23 June, a new weight loss drug called tirzepatide, sometimes referred to as Mounjaro®, will start becoming available for use in primary care settings. In line with NHS…

10/07/2025

Important notice for patients using weight loss medications and taking the pill or HRT

Many patients are now using weight loss medications like Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) or Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus) — either for diabetes or privately for weight loss.
These medications work partly by slowing down how your stomach empties — which can affect how well other medicines (like the contraceptive pill or HRT tablets) are absorbed by your body.

Please click on this link to our website News page for further information:

https://westburygrouppractice.nhs.uk/surgery-information/news

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09/07/2025

Appointment Waiting Times

09/07/2025

June 2025 Surgery Statistics

24/06/2025

Free prostate blood testing day.

Saturday 6th September

10:00-14:30pm

Leigh Park Community Centre

Calling all men over 40 in the Westbury area! Westbury Lions Club, in partnership with the Graham Fulford Charitable Trust, is proud to host a free prostate cancer screening event for local men. This vital health initiative offers PSA blood…

24/06/2025

New weight-loss treatment on the NHS

Please see the latest guidance on eligibility for the Mounjaro weight-loss injection. This is provided by the Bath, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Integrated Care Board (ICB).

The surgery has no leeway to offer the injection to those patients not identified as being eligible at this time.

From Monday 23 June, a new weight loss drug called tirzepatide, sometimes referred to as Mounjaro®, will start becoming available for use in primary care settings. In line with NHS…

20/06/2025

We are currently recruiting

Please click on the link below for further information about our Reception or Living Well Nurse vacancies.

Living Well Nurse vacancy click here:

https://westburygrouppractice.nhs.uk/surgery-information/surgery-vacancies/living-well-nurse

Reception vacancy click here:

https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A0924-25-0002?location=Westbury&language=en&page=2

We look forward to hearing from you.

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18/06/2025

Common Childhood Illness booklet

If you are a Mum or Dad, or Carer, of a young patient, you may find this information to be of use:

https://westburygrouppractice.nhs.uk/surgery-information/news

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12/06/2025

Infected Blood Psychological Service open to self-referrals

All people infected and affected by the contaminated blood scandal can now access bespoke psychological support through the Infected Blood Psychological Service (IBPS).

Infected or affected people can self-refer by calling 0300 131 0444. Trained call handlers are available from 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday. Callers will need to provide basic contact details and will be connected with the most appropriate local IBPS centre

A full range of services offered by the IBPS can be found on a new IBPS website. Future additions to the service will include access to virtual peer support forums and signposting to additional support for benefits, housing services, employment and financial advice.

Home Infected Blood Psychological ServiceSupporting the psychological health and wellbeing of anyone who has been infected or affected by the use of contaminated blood or blood products. Who is this service for? The Infected Blood Psychological Service is an NHS service specifically for: anyone livi...

11/06/2025

Message for GP websites

Important information about pathology test results
A recent update to the pathology reporting system across the region has led to some temporary delays in the way test results are shared with GP practices.

We are actively working with partners across the system to identify and resolve any affected areas. Most issues have now been addressed, and work is ongoing to ensure any remaining problems are resolved as quickly as possible.

Please be assured that your care remains our priority, and steps are being taken to minimise any impact on your treatment. If you have concerns about recent test results, please speak to your GP practice.

The Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB

05/06/2025

Please note:

White Horse Health Centre will be closed for routine appointments from 2pm - 5pm today for essential staff training.

Should you need to book an appointment or require medical advice, please call after 5pm or ring 111.

If your condition is life threatening, please ring 999.

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04/06/2025

Here's how to check your moles if you have any concerns: