Suffolk GP Federation

02/06/2026

Are you on top of your health?

Request your FREE NHS Health Check now: https://bit.ly/NHSHealthCheckSuffolk

12/05/2026

💙 Happy International Nurses Day! 💙

Today we’re celebrating our amazing nursing team and all the care, compassion, and dedication they bring to our services every single day.

Thank you for the support you provide to our patients and for the difference you make through your kindness, professionalism, and commitment. Your work never goes unnoticed, and we truly appreciate everything you do.

28/04/2026

There are still spaces available on the Wellbeing Walks this spring! 🚶‍♀️

In partnership with Feel Good Suffolk and Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Suffolk, these free, friendly sessions offer adults (18+) a chance to enjoy gentle exercise, meet others, and take part in a relaxed walk around Portman Road.

📅 6 May & 3 June
🕐 1–2pm
📍 Meet at the Sir Bobby Robson statue, Portman Road

📧 [email protected] for more info

24/04/2026

🤧Need healthcare advice?

Access support and NHS medicines for seven common health conditions directly from your local pharmacy through the Pharmacy First service.

15/04/2026

EARN. LEARN. QUALIFY.
Podiatry Degree Apprenticeship now open! Want a career in healthcare! This is your chance
🔵Get PAID while you train
🔵Gain a BSc (Hons) Podiatry with the University of East London
🔵Work in a real clinical setting
🔵Qualify as an HCPC-registered podiatrist

Start a career where you make a real difference every day.
Apply now: https://suffolkfed.org.uk/vacancy/podiatry-degree-apprenticeship-bsc-hons/
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02/04/2026

S𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗸 & 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘅 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀

Here is the list of pharmacies open across Suffolk & North East Essex on Good Friday (3rd April 2026), Easter Sunday (5th April 2026), and Easter Monday (6th April 2026).

All listed pharmacies will offer the service, providing expert advice and support for seven common health concerns: https://www.nhs.uk/.../pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/

To find other community pharmacies open near you, please visit: http://nhs.uk/find-a-pharmacy

26/03/2026

The Neighbourhood Health team invites your feedback on the Beating Heart Failure Together project, bringing residents, patients, carers, community groups, and professionals together to improve heart failure support, information, and education.

You can get involved by:
🔵Sharing your experiences
🔵Joining workshops or discussions
🔵Helping design and test new approaches
🔵Taking part in community insight activities
🔵Giving feedback on proposed changes

Your input will help shape services around what matters most. Support, expenses, and a small thank-you (e.g. vouchers) are provided.

You must live in Ipswich or East Suffolk to take part.

You can find out more and sign up here: www.letstalksnee.co.uk/beatinghftogether

09/03/2026

Want to take control of your healthcare with the NHS App or your NHS Account, but not sure where to start?

Digital champions are on hand in Suffolk and north east Essex to help you download and use the app or log in to your online account.

Learn how to order repeat prescriptions, view your records, book vaccinations and more.

Find a FREE face-to-face support session near you:
https://suffolkandnortheastessex.icb.nhs.uk/your-health-and-services/primary-care-gps/accessing-services-digitally/getting-started-with-the-nhs-app/

06/03/2026

12/02/2026

National Apprenticeship Week!

Dayna Clarke, a year 2 apprentice expresses how an apprenticeship has provided 'skills for life'.