Acorn Surgery

01/06/2026

We’re delighted to share very positive feedback from patients at Acorn Surgery this month, with the majority rating their experience as very good.

Patients regularly praise our team for being kind, caring and professional, and for creating a welcoming environment where people feel listened to and supported.

Many also highlighted timely appointments and efficient care, which makes a real difference to their experience.

We recognise that improvements are still needed around access and booking systems, and we are actively working on this to make it easier for patients to get the care they need.

Thank you for your continued feedback – it helps us keep improving 💙

29/05/2026

Being next to water can help children be happier and healthier, but it’s important they know how to stay safe.

Spending a short time talking about water safety as a family can make a big difference.

You can be water smart by accessing practical advice and useful resources on Cambridgeshire County Council’s website, to help you ensure your family has the right skills and knowledge to stay safe in and around water this summer:

👉 www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/be-water-smart

28/05/2026

💙 Loneliness happens to all of us 💙
Feeling lonely doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you. You can feel lonely even when surrounded by people or active on social media — and that’s more common than you might think.

Small steps can make a big difference, like:
✨ keeping in touch with friends or family
✨ joining a group around something you enjoy
✨ sharing how you’re feeling
✨ checking in on someone else
Loneliness can pass, and support is available. You’re not alone in feeling this way.

👉 Find practical tips and support from the NHS:
https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/lifes-challenges/loneliness/

28/05/2026

Just under one month to go until Reserves Day & Armed Forces Day 2026! ⏰
Show your support for your local Armed Forces community at an event near you – with parades, picnics, and personnel galore! 🇬🇧

🔗 Find your local celebration:

Events marking Armed Forces Day 2026 will take place across the country. Find the events closest to you by using the map below and scrolling through our list to discover what’s happening and where.

25/05/2026

🤸 Helping you to take care of your mental wellbeing 🫶

One of the best things we can do for our mental health and wellbeing is to be active – it's a natural mood booster.

Our bodies release feel-good hormones when we're active that can also reduce anxiety and stress, and help us sleep better.

Find out more 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/

21/05/2026

Turn on notifications to get messages, appointments and reminders as soon as they’re sent.

You can do more with the NHS App than you realise. Discover what else you can do today.

📱Tap the NHS App

Find out more 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

19/05/2026

Dear Patients,

Due to very short staffing levels today, we are unfortunately unable to offer our online triage service today. You can still contact us for routine requests and access our website for self care and self referral information.
If you require medical advice today, please call the Practice and we will do our best to help you as soon as possible.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding.

18/05/2026

Dementia Action Week, 18th–24th May

Dementia is the UK's biggest killer and is caused by different diseases that damage the brain and get worse over time. The symptoms include:

• memory loss
• confusion and needing help with daily tasks
• problems with language and understanding
• changes in behaviour

Dementia Action Week is an awareness campaign which brings people and organisations together to raise awareness and hope for quicker diagnosis and better treatments in the future. Everyone is encouraged to wear the forget-me-not badge and share the stories that lie behind the flower badge, of lives devastated by dementia. Visit https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/dementia-action-week to find out more and get involved.

This Dementia Action Week, 18 - 24 May 2026, we will continue to raise awareness of dementia, the UK's biggest killer, by sharing the stories behind the Forget Me Not.

14/05/2026

13/05/2026

The practice will be closed for Staff Training this afternoon Wednesday 13th May 2026. We will re-open as usual from 8.00am from Thursday 14th May 2026.

For urgent medical help during this time please call 111 or 999 as appropriate

Thank you,
Acorn Surgery