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Wegovy (semaglutide) – Patient Update

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We are receiving a high number of enquiries about Wegovy (semaglutide). New NHS guidance National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has approved semaglutide for some patients with heart and circulatory disease who are overweight (for example, those who have had a heart attack or stroke). Studies show it can reduce the risk of serious heart problems by…

MENINGOCOCCAL GROUP B OUTBREAK IN KENT

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Following the outbreak of meningococcal group B in Kent between the 13th 16th March, we would like to provide some important information regarding vaccination:- The MenB vaccine has been routinely offered since 2015 to children under the age of 2 as part of the standard childhood immunisation programme. If your child is eligible and has…

You can now get your contraceptive pill through your local pharmacy first

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Most patients can now get their contraceptive pill directly from a local pharmacy — without needing a GP appointment. Local pharmacies offer a free NHS service where trained pharmacists can:- Start the contraceptive pill Continue or restart your existing pill Provide ongoing supplies Offer contraception advice in a private consultation You will receive the same…

Stay protected this Flu season – Get your Flu vaccine

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Flu activity in the UK is much higher than normal for this time of year, and hospital pressures are rising fast Even those usually healthy can get seriously ill and may need hospital care — and uptake of the vaccine in some groups is lower than we’d like. Why the flu vaccine matters It’s the…