Latest News from West Moors Village Surgery

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19th Apr

Community SWITCH - a Path to Improved Health and Well-being

At West Moors Village Surgery, we want to do all we can to help you with your well-being needs.

What if together, we could do more for you?

Working with our colleagues in the Crane Valley Primary Care Network we offer a groundbreaking initiative designed to enhance local people's overall health and quality of life – Community SWITCH.

We understand that a patient's health and well-being extends beyond traditional medical care. Community SWITCH goes beyond the ordinary and empowering you with additional tools and opportunities to manage your health effectively.

🔗 Discover more

9th Mar

COVID-19 Spring Booster 2026

Stay protected this spring! We are now offering COVID-19 vaccine appointments for eligible adults and immunosuppressed patients. A quick booster helps keep you and your loved ones safe from new variants.

Appointments available:
▪ Monday 13th April to Friday 17th April
▪ Saturday 18th April
▪ Tuesday 21st April to Friday 24th April

🔗 Check your eligibility

Call 01202 865800 to book an appointment.

10th Jan

Update to the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme.
This replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, in addition to measles, mumps, and rubella.
You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child is due.
🔗 nhs.uk/mmrv

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29th Sep 2025

Important Update for Our Patients!

West Moors Village Surgery is now using SystmConnect — our brand-new online consultation system.

This will replace some of the services we previously provided through eConsult.

You can now use SystmConnect to:

• Request a fit/sick note
• Request medication review or prescriptions
• Request a doctor’s letter or report

You don’t need a SystmOnline account to use it — but if you do log in with SystmOnline or your NHS login, it’ll save you time by filling in some of your details automatically.

SystmConnect is one of many online ways in which you can contact us.

Find out more on accessing online health services on our website here>>

16th Apr 2025

Are you or someone you know affected by Parkinson’s?

Parkinson's UK can support you on your Parkinson’s journey.

Their experienced Parkinson’s Local Advisers are working in our area, and they include a team of volunteers who run regular groups and activities locally. You can contact Helen Brown, Parkinson’s UK Local Adviser, by email at adviser.soutwest@parkinsons.org.uk or call their helpline at 0808 800 0303 for support.

Visit the Community SWITCH website to learn more about what Parkinson’s UK does, along with details of the friendship and support available locally to people with Parkinson’s, their families and their carers>>

24th Mar 2025

Think Pharmacy First

Pharmacies are part of the NHS family and the range of clinical services they provide has expanded significantly in recent years.

Going to your local pharmacy offers an easy and convenient way to get healthcare advice and treatment for seven common minor conditions, potentially avoiding a GP appointment.

Pharmacists are highly trained healthcare professionals who can provide expert advice and treatment for minor illnesses. They can also guide you to the right service if you need to see a GP or another healthcare provider.

Follow this link for more on why you should think "Pharmacy First">>

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