Waterfield House Surgery

07/09/2026

As children return to school across Kent and Medway, we are reminding parents and carers to be ready to cope with any back-to-school illness or injury.

Parents can download the handy guide for five to 11-year-olds, which has useful information about health services, vaccinations, and mental health.

It also has information on medicines to keep at home and common childhood health issues, such as head lice, conjunctivitis, threadworm and strep A.

More information about NHS services for children can be found at www.StopThinkChoose.co.uk

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

From today, NHS England is rolling out HPV self-testing kits for women who have fallen behind on their cervical screening.

The free kits can be used at home, making it easier for more women to complete potentially lifesaving checks to help prevent cervical cancer.

Eligible women will start receiving invitations today, so check your phone, your email or your post to see if you qualify.

If you're invited, you'll be able to order a free kit through the NHS App or your NHS online account, and get back on track with protecting yourself against cervical cancer.

24/08/2026

📢 Plan Ahead This Summer Bank Holiday

The NHS is encouraging patients to choose the right healthcare service and plan ahead over the Summer Bank Holiday.

💊 If you take regular medication, please remember to order your repeat prescriptions early, as GP practices and some pharmacies will be closed on Monday, 31 August.

🏥 Bank Holiday Pharmacy Opening Times

✅ Hobbs Pharmacy
Tonbridge, TN9 1EP
🕙 Open: 10:00am to 1:00pm

✅ Rusthall Pharmacy
TN4 8RN
🕑 Open: 2:00pm to 5:00pm

If you need urgent care, please consider alternatives to A&E where appropriate. Information on local services, including urgent treatment centres and pharmacy services, can be found here:

🔗 https://www.kmhealthandcare.uk/choosing-the-right-service

You can also use the website for maps and details of local healthcare services to help you get the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

Thank you for helping us keep NHS services available for those who need them most. 💙

14/08/2026

Surgery Closure

Surgery will be closed on Wednesday 19th August 2026 from 1pm to 6.30pm due to staff training.

To access help when the surgery is closed please visit

Get the right help when you need it.

10/08/2026

Yes, you can now access Anima request form via NHS App! Simply log into NHS App > Appointments > Book an appointment > Ask about a health problem

07/08/2026

04/08/2026

EK360 are visiting Tunbridge Wells on the 6th of August to hear directly from local people. We want to know what matters most to you when it comes to future health care services. Come and have your say. NHS Kent and Medway

31/07/2026

Life can get really tough sometimes, but talking can help. KCC have a highly trained and experienced team available 24/7 to provide expert support no matter what you are going through.

Don’t suffer in silence:

Text: STAND to 85258 or Phone: 0800 107 0160 for free confidential support at any time.

Website:

If you're feeling under pressure call 0800 107 0160 to get free advice from expert therapists and counsellors.

21/07/2026

📅 Booking for the MenB vaccine opens today

If you or your child are aged 17 or 18 or starting university or eligible residential further education this autumn, they may be eligible for the MenB vaccine.

✅ Two doses are essential for protection

Find out more: 🔗 nhs.uk/book-menb