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The Department of Health and Social Care has announced new NHS prescription charges in England. From 1 May 2024, the NHS prescription charge will rise to £9.90. For more information on the increase of prices, please visit gov.uk/government/new…

**MAY BANK HOLIDAY CLOSURES** We are closed on the following dates for the Bank Holiday; Saturday 4th May Sunday 5th May Monday 6th May Saturday 25th May Sunday 26th May Monday 27th May

World Immunisation Week aims to highlight the collective action needed to protect people from vaccine-preventable diseases. For more information, please visit who.int/campaigns/worl…

If something in your body doesn’t feel right, don’t carry the worry of cancer with you. Tests could put your mind at rest. Until you find out, you can’t rule it out. Contact your GP practice. nhs.uk/cancersymptoms

**COVID BOOSTER UPDATE** Patients aged 75 and over are now eligible for their spring Covid booster. We have sent invites via text to those eligible. You can book your appointment via the link or contact our Reception Team.

We are consistently looking at ways to improve the service that we offer to our patients. To help us achieve this, we are looking for new members to join our PPG! Please complete the PPG Registration Form (using the link below) and return to the practice. beechtreesurgery.co.uk/info.aspx?p=20

In March, we had 327 missed appointments. This is a huge amount of clinical time wasted. Simply press option 3 from our phone menu and you will be put through to a member of our admin team who will cancel your upcoming appointment, without you having to wait in the main queue.

Selby Town PCN have launched a new group education session about Irritable Bowel Syndrome, called Core Explore. Information will be shared on what IBS is, plus tips and advice on how to improve your IBS symptoms. You can book by using the following link eventbrite.co.uk/e/core-explore…

It's #IBSAwarenessMonth. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea, and constipation. There's no cure, but diet and lifestyle changes can help control symptoms. For more advice, visit nhs.uk/conditions/irr…

Thanks to the hard work of NHS staff, new data shows the faster diagnosis cancer target was exceeded for the first time in February despite record demand — with nearly 200,000 patients getting the answer they need within 28 days. Read more. england.nhs.uk/2024/04/nhs-st…

Do you know the early signs of a heart attack? It can be easy to dismiss these signs but it’s never too early to call 999 and check.

It's #WorldParkinsonsDay. Parkinson's disease is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years. Learn more about this condition. nhs.uk/conditions/par…

#Measles: We’re reminding parents on what signs and symptoms to look out for and what to do if they think their child has measles. Measles spreads easily but it is preventable. Make sure you and your loved ones are up to date with your 2 MMR jabs. Info: nhs.uk/conditions/mea…

Around 1 in 4 adults in the UK have high blood pressure, but many don’t know it. It can increase your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Find out how to get checked, understand what your numbers mean and how to manage your risk. ➡️ nhs.uk/bloodpressure

You may notice we have made some changes to our phone system. Our menu options have changed to ensure you speak to the most appropriate person to manage your query. This in turn should improve access to our service. Our dedicated teams are ready to help you!

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We are an Armed Forces veteran friendly accredited GP practice. All veterans are entitled to priority NHS treatment for any condition related to their service. If you are ex-forces, please let us know to help ensure you are getting the best possible care.

Feeling stressed sometimes is normal, but it's essential to know when it's becoming a problem. Too much stress can affect your mind and body. To help you manage stress better during #StressAwarenessMonth, here are our tips 👉bit.ly/4an2uka

Measles is highly infectious and can be passed on even before a rash appears. More than 360,000 MMR vaccinations have been delivered already this year, helping to protect people from becoming seriously unwell from measles. Find out more. ➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/m…