The Old Court House Surgery

13/08/2026

We’re really pleased to be working with Meridian Wellbeing to host their August Wellbeing Café at Chipping Barnet Foodbank.

📅 Monday 17th August 2026
⏰ 12pm–2pm
📍 Chipping Barnet Foodbank, 63 Somerset Road, New Barnet, EN5 1RF

Come along for a friendly, relaxed afternoon with:

☕ Tea, coffee & refreshments
🎨 Arts & crafts
🎲 Board games
💬 Friendly conversations
🧭 Service navigation and support

A chance to take some time out, meet others, enjoy a cuppa and find out about support available in the local community.

Everyone is welcome - just drop in!

08/07/2026

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19/06/2026

This , we're helping to give loneliness a voice. 🧡

Loneliness is a normal human emotion that can affect anyone at any time. Yet many people still find it difficult to talk about how they're feeling.

At Barnet Friends, we know that sometimes being listened to can make all the difference. 📞✨

Through free weekly telephone support, we're helping adults in feel heard, supported and more connected. 🤝💬

Whether you're feeling , isolated, or simply need someone to talk to, we're here to listen. 💜

🔗 Find out more about Barnet Friends: http://bit.ly/barnetfriends

Marmalade Trust

19/06/2026

Exploring public awareness of the NHS Health Check programme Survey

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS England are running a short survey to learn what people think about the NHS Health Check programme. The public perspective - whether they've heard of or used the service or not - is incredibly valuable.
This survey will help them understand what’s working, what isn’t, and how the programme can better reach and support people in staying healthy.

The survey should take around 10 minutes to complete. It is anonymous and open to everyone.

Follow the link to take part today and please share with friends, family and colleagues.

https://www.healthcheck.nhs.uk/
Closing date is Monday 30 June 2026.

Your free NHS Health Check can spot early signs and help prevent these happening to you, which means you'll be more likely to enjoy life for longer.

17/03/2026

Meningococcal B outbreak

We understand concerns surrounding the current outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent.

We will be guided by UK Health Security Agency about any potential vaccination. Vaccination is NOT currently available for patients at the practice other than for babies as part of the routine vaccination programme.

For up to date information please visit:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cases-of-invasive-meningococcal-disease-confirmed-in-kent

For answers to common questions please:
https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/31/what-is-meningitis-symptoms-risks-and-how-to-protect-yourself/

Thank you for your patience and understanding

Meningitis is a serious condition where the protective layers (meninges) around the brain and spinal cord become inflamed. It has many causes, such as different germs, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. In the UK, most cases are due to bacteria

26/02/2026

can be a serious infection that can lead to complications, especially in young children & those with weakened immune systems.

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 & your loved ones are up to date with your jabs or catch up on any missed jabs.

More info: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/measles

06/01/2026

📣 Important Update: Support for the 8am Rush – Meet EMMA

We’re always looking for ways to improve your experience with our practice, especially during the busy 8am period when many of you are trying to get through to us.

We are currently in the soft-launch phase of EMMA, our new QuantumLoop AI Patient Assistant, designed to help manage morning call volumes more efficiently. This means that when you call us, you may be greeted and supported by EMMA.

We are pleased to announce that EMMA’s official launch date is 31st January 2026. Please note that testing will continue after this date, so at times your call may still be answered by one of our team members instead.

What EMMA Does:

📞 Answers phone calls with care

📝 Helps you complete triage/contact us forms

👩‍⚕️ Directs you to the right clinician or admin team

⏰ Reduces the 8am rush

This is part of our commitment to making it easier for you to access the care and support you need, without the frustration of long wait times in the morning.

We appreciate your support as we introduce this new service and continue to improve how we care for you.

23/12/2025