From 1st January 2026 all children attending for routine childhood immunisations aged 12 months and older will be offered an MMRV vaccine. This is Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (chicken pox) and replaces the current MMR vaccine. Children who were born on or after 1.1.2020 who have already received 2 doses of MMR vaccine will be … Continued
The NHS uses something called the Reasonable Adjustments Digital Flag (RADF) to make sure that people with disabilities or long-term health conditions get the same access to healthcare as everyone else. This supports the Equality Act (2010), which protects your rights. The flag is a note added to your NHS record. It shows what adjustments (changes or … Continued
Before attaching any images please read and ensure you understand the following: Do not send an intimate image unless this has been agreed with a Healthcare Professional. You should not share an intimate image if you do not feel comfortable or feel under pressure. By uploading an image, you consent to providing the image to … Continued
Living with a progressive, life-limiting condition impacts your whole life and comes with many challenges – from physical symptoms or side-effects to dealing with practical issues, such as care planning, housing or money matters. And of course, it can have a real impact on your emotional or spiritual well-being – and your mental health too. … Continued
Following the introduction of SystmConnect in July 2024, we asked for feedback from our patients. We have made some changes and have responded to the feedback. We have created a Frequently Asked Questions leaflet and Video guide for patients to access as and when needed. You will find links to these below as well as … Continued
What is the menopause? Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when her periods stop as a result of the reduction andloss of ‘ovarian reproductive function’. Ovaries produce the hormones oestrogen, progesteroneand testosterone. When a woman approaches the menopause, less oestrogen is producedcausing her body to behave differently. This process is usually a gradual … Continued
Measles cases on the rise in England and across Europe. Make sure you and your family are protected against becoming seriously unwell with measles by checking you are up to date with the MMR vaccine. Across England, on average one in ten children are not up to date with their MMR vaccinations, with some areas … Continued
Due to the recent outbreak of Measles we urge all children with missing immunisations to arrange an appointment. Please see the following link for more information https://thornfieldmedicalgroup.org.uk/Resources/mmr-vaccine/ If you would like to book an appointment to receive this immunisation or get more information please ring the surgery.
