Adelaide Street Family Practice

12/06/2026

💊 Important Advice for Patients Taking Finasteride

If you’ve been prescribed finasteride (or dutasteride), please take a moment to read this important information:

• Finasteride has been linked to low mood, depression, suicidal thoughts, and s*xual side effects (such as reduced s*x drive, erectile difficulties, or ej*******on problems).

• Before starting treatment, make sure to read and keep the patient information leaflet and card provided with your medication.

• Let your doctor know if you have a history of depression or suicidal thoughts before taking finasteride.

🚨 When to seek urgent help:

If you have seriously harmed yourself or feel at risk of doing so, please call 999 immediately.

⚠️ When to stop and seek advice:

• If you are taking finasteride 1mg and develop depression or suicidal thoughts, stop taking it straight away and contact your doctor as soon as possible.

• If you are taking finasteride 5mg or dutasteride and experience these symptoms, contact your doctor urgently.

• If you notice changes in your s*x drive or s*xual function, speak to your doctor for advice and support.

💬 Your wellbeing matters — please don’t hesitate to ask for help if something doesn’t feel right.

12/06/2026

🆕 A free 2-dose MenB vaccine will be available for a limited time from end of July. Who can get it?

- All current Year 13s

- Anyone either starting university as an undergrad or moving into further education halls for the first time in autumn 2026, aged under 25.

Learn more from UK Health Security Agency ⬇

https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/12/who-is-eligible-for-the-new-one-off-menb-vaccine-programme/

10/06/2026

✨ The Social Sip ☕💬

We’re thrilled to share The Social Sip's calendar for the coming months.

This friendly drop‑in is open to all our patients and is all about helping people connect, meet others, and boost their wellbeing.

Our wonderful Wellbeing Team will be there to support each session.

We’d love to see you there! 💙

08/06/2026

📢 Important Patient Notice - NEXT WEEK

Please be aware that on Wednesday 17th June, the surgery will be closed from 1pm due to staff training.

This training is essential to ensure our team can continue providing safe, high‑quality care to all our patients.

If you require medical assistance while we are closed, please contact NHS 111 for advice and support.

For a life‑threatening medical emergency, please dial 999 immediately.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

📢 Notice: Phone Line Issues

We are currently experiencing issues with our surgery phone lines. Our provider is aware of the problem and is working to resolve it as quickly as possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience while this is being fixed.

Thank you for your understanding.

27/05/2026

23/05/2026

📢 Practice Closure – Bank Holiday 📢

Please note that the surgery will be closed on Monday 25th May for the Bank Holiday.

We’ll reopen as normal on Tuesday 26th May.

If you need medical help while we’re closed, please contact NHS 111 for advice and support. In an emergency, always call 999.

Thank you for your understanding.

21/05/2026

Don't forget to collect your repeat prescription ahead of the May bank holiday weekend, to ensure you don't run out of medication.

Some pharmacies may have reduced opening hours over the bank holiday.

▶️www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies

21/05/2026

📢 PRACTICE CLOSURE TODAY 📢

Please be aware that the surgery will be closed from 1pm today due to staff training.

This training is essential to ensure our team can continue providing safe, high‑quality care to all our patients.

If you require medical assistance while we are closed, please contact NHS 111 for advice and support.

For a life‑threatening medical emergency, please dial 999 immediately.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.