Danetre Medical Practice

01/09/2026

👶🎉 Expecting or recently welcomed another baby to your family? You might be expecting some things to be different, and the vaccine schedule for your baby is one thing that will be.

At the start of this year, the routine childhood vaccination schedule changed. Babies are now offered protection against chickenpox alongside measles, mumps and rubella through the introduction of the MMRV vaccine, which is already part of routine childhood vaccination programmes in several countries, including Canada, Australia and Germany.

🧑‍🍼💬 "But why make changes? Isn't chickenpox usually mild?"
While most children experience chickenpox as a mild illness, it can sometimes be more serious and require hospital treatment. In rare cases, it can lead to complications such as chest infections, seizures and encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). The MMRV vaccine helps protect children against four serious diseases: measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox, while the introduction of the 18-month appointment will help provide them with protection at a younger age.

26/08/2026

As the summer break comes to an end, are you feeling worried, stressed, or “not yourself”? If you need to talk to someone about how you’re feeling, we’re here to help.

There are drop-ins open at locations across Northamptonshire for anyone aged 8 to 25. Come by (with parents and carers if you want), and chat with friendly mental health professionals in a safe space where you will be heard.

Come along for:
🗨 Support and advice
🎨Wellbeing activities
🙌Peer support
🫱Parent and carer support is also available

For more information, and for a list of locations and opening times visit www.nhft.nhs.uk/dropins

24/08/2026

Meningitis is serious, and young people are most at risk. Outbreaks can happen in places where people live, study and socialise closely, such as schools and university halls.
🎓⚠️ Going to uni this year? Make sure you're up to date with your vaccines, aware of the time-limited MenB vaccine offer, and know the symptoms of meningitis.
🔗 nhs.uk/meningitis

14/08/2026

If you’ve had your first MenB vaccine, don’t forget your second dose.

You need 2 doses, given at least 4 weeks (28 days) apart, for the best protection.

You may be eligible for the free MenB vaccine if you are:

✅ 17 to 18 years old and born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008

✅ Under 25 and starting university or moving into eligible residential further education for the first time in autumn 2026

If you’ve already had your first dose, make sure you get your second.

Find out if you're eligible and how to get vaccinated: https://www.nhs.uk/book-menb

12/08/2026

🌙 This evening will see a fantastic partial solar eclipse across the UK, are you planning to watch this in your garden or in a local park or open space?
👀 If so make sure you protect your eyes, either using special glasses or by using one of the other handy methods mentioned at the link below.
https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/07/23/how-to-watch-the-solar-eclipse-safely-this-summer/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTpA-NwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTNuNmlxbllwdEEwMFgxS25zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeYJtJLqdjSNCcTq78EZufvk0ByvmvhDZDPuJvMsoQWPbaShc397qsRZBGH50_aem_GmiwEkm9puZIyS2tICb7mg

A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK on Wednesday 12 August 2026. It's a rare and exciting event, but it's important to watch it safely.

Looking directly at the Sun, even during an eclipse or through cloud cover, can cause permanent eye damage. Ordinary sunglasses are not safe for viewing an eclipse.

If you're planning to watch the eclipse:

• Use certified eclipse glasses that meet the ISO 12312-2 safety standard
• Or try indirect viewing methods such as a pinhole projector, a colander, or viewing sunlight through gaps in tree leaves
• Never look directly at the Sun without proper protection

Enjoy this spectacular event safely and protect your eyesight.

To find out more, visit: https://loom.ly/cITtvjE

11/08/2026

🌞Remember to take care in the heat this week
💦Drink plenty of water
⛱️Avoid the sun during the hottest part of the day
💛and check in on those around you who may be more vulnerable

An amber heat-health alert is in place across parts of England from today until 14 August.

During an amber alert, hot weather can put more people’s health at risk – not just those who are usually more vulnerable.

Older people, young children and people with existing health conditions may be particularly at risk.

Take extra care and look out for others who may struggle in the heat.

Find tips on how to stay cool: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

06/08/2026

Almost 90,000 young people had their first MenB vaccination dose in the first two weeks of the new NHS campaign.

MenB can cause serious illnesses like meningitis and sepsis.

You may be eligible for the MenB vaccine if you are:

✅ 17 to 18 years old and born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008

✅ Under 25 and starting university or moving into residential further education for the first time

Eligible 17 to 18-year-olds born between these dates can book online if they’re registered with a GP in England.

Eligible under-25s starting university or residential further education can get vaccinated at a participating pharmacy – no GP registration is needed.

You'll need 2 doses, given at least 4 weeks apart, for the best protection.

Search ‘NHS MenB vaccine’ to check eligibility and find out how to get vaccinated.

03/08/2026

Free support for Dementia carers across Northamptonshire this August. See below for drop in session dates and times.

Free support for Dementia carers across Northamptonshire this August 🙌

Over 75% of Dementia carers do not get the support they need (Dementia Carers Count), and our Admiral Nursing service is here to support you.

Drop-in sessions:

11 August, 10am - 12pm
📍 Long Buckby Library, Station Road, Long Buckby, Northampton, NN6 7QB

12 August, 1pm - 3pm
📍 Brackley Library, 21 Manor Road, NN13 6AJ

Dementia carer support session (booking required):

19 August 10am – 11.30am
📍 Turnfurlong Specialist Care Centre, Off Rookery Road, NN2 8BZ

👉 For more information on the different support events and to get in touch with team visit our website: www.nhft.nhs.uk/admiral-nursing

03/08/2026

We all have the power to make someone’s day a little brighter. A thoughtful message, a helping hand or a moment of real listening make a bigger difference than we realise. And caring for others does us good too 💞

https://actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-august

31/07/2026