West Meads Doctors Surgery

12/06/2026

24 hours until our team will be taking part in the Moonlight Walk. Please help us reach our target by using the link below.

Members of the team at West Meads Surgery are taking part in the Moonlight Walk raising funds for St Wilfrids Hospice, Chichester. This is a charity close to our hearts for many reasons and we would like to support them in raising vital funds for the excellent care and support they give.

If you would like to donate you can by visiting our Just Giving page - https://www.justgiving.com/team/wmwmoonlight2026

08/06/2026

Not long until our team will be taking part in this year's Moonlight Walk, please sponsor us and help us reach our target for a fantastic local charity.

Members of the team at West Meads Surgery are taking part in the Moonlight Walk raising funds for St Wilfrids Hospice, Chichester. This is a charity close to our hearts for many reasons and we would like to support them in raising vital funds for the excellent care and support they give.

If you would like to donate you can by visiting our Just Giving page - https://www.justgiving.com/team/wmwmoonlight2026

05/06/2026

03/06/2026

Today is our Monthly Diabetes Peer Support Group! 💚

If you are pre-diabetic or living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, we’d be delighted to see you.

No need to book – just drop in and join our friendly group for support, shared experiences and a chance to connect with others.

29/05/2026

🗣️ National Patient Participation Week – Get Involved!

It’s National Patient Participation Week, and we’d love more of our patients to get involved in shaping how our surgery works.

Our Patient Participation Group (PPG) is a group of patients, carers and practice staff who meet to discuss how services are working and how we can improve them. It’s a great way to:

Share your ideas and feedback
Help us improve access and patient experience
Support the practice to meet the needs of our community
If you’re interested in joining or finding out more, please:
👉 Speak to reception and ask about the Patient Participation Group
or
👉 Visit our practice website and complete the PPG sign‑up form

Every GP practice should have a PPG, and your voice really can make a difference. You can also read more about PPGs on NHS England here:
https://www.england.nhs.uk/get-involved/get-involved/local/

27/05/2026

💚 Join Our Monthly Diabetes Peer Support Group Next Wednesday 💚

If you are pre-diabetic or living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and are registered with us, Maywood Surgery or Grove House Surgery, you are very welcome to attend.

There’s no need to book – just drop in, meet others, and share support, tips and experiences in a friendly, relaxed setting.

25/05/2026

💚Bank Holiday Closure Notice💚

Please be aware that the surgery is closed today for the bank holiday.

For urgent medical advice while we are closed, please use NHS 111 (online or by phone).
For a life‑threatening emergency , always dial 999 .

We will reopen on tomorrow morning as normal.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us to manage demand safely.

22/05/2026

Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 💛

This Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, we’re helping to raise awareness of key symptoms and the importance of getting checked.

If you notice any of the following, please contact the surgery so we can assess you appropriately:

➡Blood in your urine (even once, and even if it’s painless)
➡Needing to pass urine very often or urgently
➡Pain or discomfort when passing urine

These symptoms are usually caused by something other than cancer, but it’s important not to ignore them so that any underlying problem can be picked up and managed early.

For more general information about cancer awareness and early diagnosis, you can visit NHS England’s cancer pages:

NHS England » Cancer

19/05/2026

Skin Cancer Awareness Month ☀️

As we head into the sunnier months, we’re supporting Skin Cancer Awareness Month by reminding everyone to take simple steps to protect their skin:

💛Use SPF 30 or higher , and reapply regularly, especially after swimming or sweating
💙Wear hats, sunglasses and cover up where you can
💚Try to avoid the strongest sun (usually 11am–3pm)
💜Check your skin regularly and speak to a GP if you notice any new or changing moles or patches on your skin

Early detection of skin cancer can make a real difference to treatment options and outcomes, so please don’t ignore changes that are unusual for you.