Valley Road Medical Practice

06/09/2026

Do you have a child aged 2/3 years of age - you can now book their nasal flu vaccination- call the practice to get booked in

The NHS flu vaccination booking service is now open.
If you're pregnant or have an eligible child, you can now book your flu vaccination appointment, as the 2026 programme launch is today (or 1 October for pharmacies).
Don't wait until flu starts spreading. Get protected before winter arrives.
Please see the link in the bio.

06/09/2026

If you're heading back to Uni make sure you're prepared. Check you're up-to-date with your vaccinations before you go.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4qX9woS

31/08/2026

With children heading back to school this week, it can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child at home if they are feeling unwell.

If you're unsure, see our advice on when a child should be kept at home.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school/

31/08/2026

Flu isn't just a bad cold. It can lead to serious illness for children and can spread quickly to family members.

The flu vaccination for children aged 4 to 16 years of age is available from 1 September, offered through school. Look out for updates from your child's school and do return consent forms promptly.

Find out more and check eligibility: https://orlo.uk/2exZv

30/08/2026

Starting uni this autumn? 🎓
Make sure you're protected against MenB before term starts.

If you've had your first MenB vaccine, don't forget your second. You need 2 doses, at least 4 weeks apart, for the best protection.

You may be eligible for a free vaccine if you're:
✅ 17-18 and born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008
✅ Under 25 and starting university for the first time this autumn.

Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/book-menb

30/08/2026

Did you know that you can request a limited emergency supply of a medicine you’ve completely run out of via NHS 111?

This must be a medicine you are prescribed regularly, through a repeat prescription. You will be charged your usual prescription fee. If you do not usually pay, it will be free.

Full details including when you can’t use the service can be found here: https://111.nhs.uk/emergency-prescription

28/08/2026

Thunderstorms can trigger symptoms for those with lung conditions, like asthma.

If the weather makes your symptoms worse and you need to use your inhaler more, talk to your pharmacist, contact your GP or NHS 111.

28/08/2026

25/08/2026

Millions of women in England are to be offered HPV self-testing kits as the new service rolls out from today.

The kits will be offered to those who haven’t attended cervical screening following previous invitations, providing a discreet and convenient way to test for high-risk HPV at home.

➡️ https://www.england.nhs.uk/2026/08/nhs-rolls-out-discreet-home-testing-kits-against-cervical-cancer-for-millions-of-women/