Wargrave House Doctors Surgery

03/09/2026

📱 Build Your Confidence with Your Phone or Tablet!💻

Would you like to feel more confident using your phone or tablet?

Digital Skills Training is here to help you learn at your own pace — whether you want to:
✅ Send messages and make video calls
✅ Use apps and the internet
✅ Take, save and share photos
✅ Stay connected with friends and family
✅ Learn how to stay safe online
✅ Get more from your smartphone or tablet

🌟No question is too small, and no experience is needed! 🌟

Come along, have a go, ask questions and build your digital confidence in a friendly, supportive environment.

📲 Your phone or tablet can do so much — let’s help you feel confident using it!

28/08/2026

📢 **August Bank Holiday – GP Surgery Closure**

Please be aware that the GP surgery will be closed on Monday 31st August for the August Bank Holiday and will reopen on Tuesday 1st September at 8am.

For urgent medical advice when the surgery is closed, please contact the out of hours **NHS 111**. In an emergency, always call **999**.

💊If you need a pharmacy over the Bank Holiday, please see the opening times for Hereford and Worcestershire pharmacies.

We hope you have a safe and enjoyable Bank Holiday weekend! 🌞

17/08/2026

137 Patients DID NOT ATTEND AN APPOINTMENT in July.

Here's how to cancel or change an appointment

📲Use your NHS account (through the NHS website or NHS App)
☎️Phone us on 01432 272 285, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6.30pm
💬Reply CANCEL to your appointment reminder text message
🌐Using the GP online system – Accurx
https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/m81066

27/07/2026

23/07/2026

💚 Samaritans Awareness Day – 24 July 💚

Today, we're supporting Samaritans Awareness Day (24/7) to raise awareness that Samaritans are there to listen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – without judgement or pressure.

Every 10 seconds, Samaritans respond to a call for help from someone who is finding life difficult. Their volunteers provide a safe, confidential space for anyone who needs someone to listen.

If you or someone you know is struggling, remember that you don't have to face it alone.

📞 Call Samaritans free on 116 123 – available 24 hours a day, every day.
🌐 Find out more: www.samaritans.org

14/07/2026

📲 Stay connected with your GP surgery and other NHS healthcare providers through the NHS App.

Instead of receiving messages by SMS or letter, you can get them directly in the app. Simply download the NHS App and turn on notifications so you'll know as soon as you have a new message.

It's a quick and convenient way to stay up to date with your healthcare.

Download the NHS App and watch the helpful video to learn how to enable notifications and never miss an important message. 💙

https://www.wargravehousesurgery.co.uk/2026/07/13/getting-the-most-out-the-nhs-app/nhs.uk/nhsapp

13/07/2026

🛡️ Free NHS MenB vaccinations for eligible 17–25 year olds

Meningococcal B (MenB) disease is a rare but serious bacterial infection that can cause meningitis, blood poisoning (septicaemia), and sepsis. It can become life-threatening very quickly, but vaccination offers effective protection. You may be eligible for a FREE NHS MenB vaccine if you:
✅ Were born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008, or
✅ Were born on or after 21 July 2001 and are starting university for the first time this autumn, or
✅ Were born on or after 21 July 2001 and are starting a residential further education college for the first time in autumn 2026.

💉 The vaccine is given in 2 doses, at least 4 weeks apart.

📅 Book your first dose online at: www.nhs.uk/book-menb
🚶 Find a walk-in vaccination site: www.nhs.uk/menb-walk-in

You can also get a walk-in MenB vaccination at participating pharmacies if you're eligible. You don't need to be registered with a GP to use the pharmacy walk-in service.

Protect yourself before the start of term—don't miss out if you're eligible. 💙

13/07/2026

Practice Closure Notice

Please note that the practice will be closed on Tuesday, 14th July, from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm while our staff attend an essential training session.

This training is important in helping us maintain the highest standards of patient care. We apologise for any inconvenience this temporary closure may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you for your continued support.

09/07/2026

☀️ Stay Safe in the Sun ☀️

Enjoying the sunshine? Taking a few simple steps can help protect you and your family from the harmful effects of UV rays.

🧴 Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapply every two hours, or more often if you're swimming or sweating.
🕶️ Wear sunglasses with UV protection and a wide-brimmed hat.
👕 Cover up with lightweight clothing where possible.
🌳 Seek shade, especially between 11am and 3pm, when the sun's rays are strongest.
💧 Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
👶 Take extra care to protect babies, young children, older adults and anyone who may be more vulnerable in hot weather.

Remember, sunburn increases your risk of developing skin cancer, so protecting your skin is important—even on cloudy days.

Find out more about staying safe in the sun and protecting your skin:
🌐 NHS – Sun safety: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/

Please share this post to help others stay safe and enjoy the sunshine responsibly. 🌞