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NHS England

Cervical Screening: Why your appointment matters

Nervous about your smear test? You aren’t alone. Read our latest update to understand why cervical screening is vital for your health, what support is available to make you comfortable, and how to check if you are up to date.

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St Clements Blog

Our online GP request form has been updated

When you submit an online GP request through our website or the NHS App, you may be offered suggestions about other NHS services that can offer direct advice or treatment. We have made this change to show you more options to help you manage your health, but you can always

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NHS England

Faster Access to Help for Back and Joint Pain

Learn how to access NHS support for back, neck, and joint problems. Many patients can now self-refer directly to musculoskeletal specialists and physiotherapists without waiting for a GP appointment. Find out how to check availability in your area and get the right care faster.

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NHS England

Small Steps for a Healthier You in 2026

Start 2026 with small steps toward a healthier life. From using the NHS App for prescriptions to accessing treatment through Pharmacy First, discover the tools and local services available to help you stay well this year.

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St Clements Blog

Important News – January 2026

We are pleased to let you know that we have recently recruited two new GPs to our practice, Dr Tim Oliver and Dr Maggie Adnett. This is a positive step that will help us improve access and continuity of care for our patients. As part of this change, we are

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St Clements Blog

Beware of Scam Calls/SMS Messages

We have been made aware of a scam targeting patients registered with GP practices. A patient reported receiving a phone call with an automated message claiming to be from their GP Practice. The message asked the patient to go online to update their personal details, threatening that failure to do so could result in being removed from the practice list.

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Shingles eligibility

From 1 September 2025, based on the latest advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) eligibility for the NHSE Shingles vaccination programme will change to allow all severely immunosuppressed people aged 18 years and over to receive the shingles vaccine.

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📱✨ **Parents & carers – this one’s for you!**

Worried about your child’s health and unsure what to do next? The Healthier Together app has you covered from pregnancy through to age 18. Developed in partnership with the NHS and parents, it offers clear guidance on common illnesses, red-flag symptoms, self-care tips and when to seek help.

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Flu Season Update from St Clements Surgery 🍂💉

Flu vaccination invites have now started to go out and will continue over the next few weeks — so please don’t worry if you haven’t received yours yet. ✅ Flu clinics are scheduled throughout October and November.🏠 Housebound patients will be visited from mid-October onwards, and we’ll contact you beforehand

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