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Jasmine will be leaving the practice on the 24th May to focus on a new role in frailty. We are very grateful to Jasmine for all her hard work and … [continue] Saying goodbye to Jasmine, our Advanced Nurse Practitioner

If type 1 diabetes is left undiagnosed, it can get really serious, really quickly. But knowing the signs can avoid a medical emergency and save lives. The 4Ts campaign is … [continue] Lyla’s Law – Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis and Testing

We are looking for potential new members for our Patient Participation Group (PPG). Our next meeting is on Thursday the 16th of April at 12pm (noon). This will be at … [continue] Patient Participation Group

Vaccinations: In light of the recent Meningitis B outbreak in Kent, we would like to clarify our position regarding Meningitis vaccinations.   The Meningitis B vaccine was introduced in 2015 … [continue] Meningitis B Update

Neurodiversity Celebration Week, March 16th to 20th What is Neurodiversity Celebration Week? Founded by Siena Castellon in 2018, Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions … [continue] Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Dr Zaki finishes his ST2 GP placement with us on the 3rd of February. It has been a real pleasure having him as part of the team, and we wish … [continue] Upcoming Changes – GP Trainees and Medical Students

Run by volunteers from Toybox Pre-School A warm invite to parents and guardians with the support of Millbrook Surgery Baby weigh-ins Refreshments Friendly environment, welcoming Mums, Dads and Guardians Signposting … [continue] Check and Chat Baby Group at Toybox Preschool

It includes information on: Paying for care Finding the right care home Specialist care Help for carers The social care guide also gives you a comprehensive list of care providers … [continue] Social Care and Support for Adults 2026

Do you enjoy the outdoors and would benefit from time in a calm and supportive environment whilst carrying out meaningful activities? Volunteering with Open Mental Health – they offer a … [continue] Volunteering with Open Mental Health

Here is a link to the NHS England Your Guide to GP Services (YYGP) document. This guide explains how GP services work, what patients can expect and how to access … [continue] Your GP Practice and “Your Guide to GP Services (YYGP)”

Information in patients records is important for medical research to develop new treatments and test the safety of medicines. This practice supports medical research by sending some of the information … [continue] This practice contributes to the Clinical Practice Research Datalink

Dear patients Due to a change of software you will no longer automatically receive a text when an appointment is booked for you at the Surgery.  You will, however, receive … [continue] Text Message Reminders

If you have been diagnosed for any type of cancer at any time before 2024, we want to hear from you. Tell us about your life after diagnosis by completing … [continue] Millbrook Surgery is Participating in a New Research Study

Positive Test? Book Before 10 Weeks! Search ‘Somerset Foundation Trust Maternity’ or follow the link to self refer: https://www.badgernotes.net/SelfReferral/CareLocation/somerset If you are unable to self book via the website, please … [continue] Pregnancy – ‘Book before 10 weeks’

To improve care and support for veterans, NHS England has launched a campaign encouraging ex-forces personnel to tell their GP practice they’ve served in the UK Armed Forces. GP practices … [continue] Veterans

Nationally and across Somerset, particularly in women, participation in the NHS cancer screening programmes (breast, cervical and bowel) is declining yet, we know that cancer screening saves lives. We would … [continue] Cancer Screening Programmes

Millbrook Surgery is proud to be a Veteran Friendly Accredited GP practice and to support our veteran community this Remembrance Day. We know that this Remembrance Day is likely to … [continue] Veteran Friendly Practice

Dear patients, You can use this form to share: an experience of care – it can be good or bad a concern about a service you work for https://www.cqc.org.uk/give-feedback-on-care This … [continue] Give your feedback on care

Make your choice about sharing data from your health records – NHS (www.nhs.uk)

In early January, around 2.4 million randomly selected people registered with GP practices will be invited to answer a GP Patient Survey questionnaire about their experiences. The findings help to … [continue] GP Patient Survey

Please be aware that if you receive a telephone call from a GP they could be working remotely, at a location other than Millbrook Surgery.

Millbrook Surgery is delighted to be signed up to the Green Impact for Health Toolkit and is actively taking steps to reduce our carbon footprint. The climate emergency is also … [continue] Green Impact For Health

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Important information for patients This practice handles medical records in-line with laws on data protection and confidentiality. We share medical records with those who are involved in providing you with … [continue] How we use your medical records

We all have times when life gets on top of us. But there are simple things you can do to look after yourself. To find your way to better mental … [continue] National Mental Health Campaign