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  Each year, since 2009, the SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands campaign aims to progress the goal of maintaining a global profile on the importance of hand hygiene and infection prevention and … [continue] World Hand Hygiene Day

  The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) theme for World Asthma Day 2026 is: “Access to anti-inflammatory inhalers for everyone with asthma – still an urgent need”. GINA continues to emphasize … [continue] World Asthma Day

  This year’s Deaf Awareness Week runs from 4th – 10th May 2026. This years theme is ‘Right to understand- Together, we break barriers.’ The aim of this year’s Deaf … [continue] Deaf Awareness Week

This year’s theme is ‘Let’s Talk about Death and Dying’. The mission of Dying Matters is to break down the stigma and taboo of talking about death and dying. But sometimes, … [continue] Dying Matters Week

What is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week? Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week is a week-long campaign dedicated to talking about mental health problems before, during and after pregnancy. The week … [continue] Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week

About World AS Day Saturday 2 May World AS Day is an annual day dedicated to people living with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA). It is celebrated across the world on the first Saturday of May. … [continue] World Ankylosing Spondylitis Day

BANK HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE – 4th May Dear Patients, Please note that the practice will be closed on Monday, 4th May due to the bank holiday. We kindly ask all patients to ensure that they have ordered and collected any repeat prescriptions in advance, allowing enough time for processing before the closure. During this period,…

in April 2026  we received 96% recommendation from Friends and family on working feedback to write a review please use the link below or come into the surgery to fill out a form

Let’s Make May Purple this Stroke Awareness Month This May, do something bold, bright and meaningful to support people affected by stroke. Whether you bake, walk, host or raise awareness … [continue] Action on Stroke Month

  May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout this month, Melanoma UK will be sharing information about prevention, detection and risk factors. We encourage everyone to take the … [continue] Melanoma Skin Cancer Awareness Month

May is Living Streets’ National Walking Month, and this year they are highlighting the benefits of walking for women. We’re asking women to #WalkOut – and get outside for a … [continue] National Walking Month

Allergy affects more than a quarter of the UK population, yet many people still struggle to recognise the symptoms or access the support they need. This year, Allergy Awareness Week … [continue] Allergy Awareness Week

Introducing Anima – Our New Online Triage System Uni-City Medical Centre is pleased to introduce Anima, our new online triage system designed to improve how you access care. Anima helps ensure that every patient is seen by the right clinician, at the right time, in the right place, while reducing waiting times and improving overall…

 Important Notice We will be closed on Wednesday, 15th of April 2026, in the afternoon for staff training and development. We will re-open on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 8:00 AM. If you become unwell during this time and need urgent medical advice, please call NHS 111 or visit your local pharmacy. For all non-urgent…

In 1817, James Parkinson published his ‘Essay on the Shaking Palsy’, recognising Parkinson’s as a medical condition for the first time. We mark his birthday every 11 April with World … [continue] World Parkinson’s Day

World Health Day 2026: Together for health. Stand with science World Health Day 2026, observed on 7 April, calls on people everywhere to stand with science. Under the theme “Together … [continue] World Health Day

in March  we received 94% recommendation from Friends and family on working feedback to write a review please use the link below or come into the surgery to fill out a form

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month falls in April each year. IBS is one of the most common digestive conditions and is defined by belly pain along with a change … [continue] IBS Awareness Month

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month When diagnosed early, nine in ten people survive bowel cancer. That’s why this April, to support Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, we’re asking you to … [continue] Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

World Autism Acceptance Month is back in April 2026 Join thousands of people across the country and take part in schools, workplaces and local communities to fundraise, share resources, and … [continue] World Autism Acceptance Month

Uni-City Medical Centre – Anima Triage System What are the opening times for Anima?Anima is available Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:30pm. CapacityOn some days, demand for GP appointments exceeds the safe capacity we can provide. When this happens, you may see an alert on Anima indicating that no further same-day appointments are available. You…

🌟 Star of the Quarter 🌟 A huge congratulations to Liz, our fantastic Health Care Assistant, for being named our 2nd Star of the Quarter! Liz has stepped in massively when needed, always going above and beyond to support both her colleagues and the people in our care. Her dedication, reliability, and positive attitude truly…

Notice: Bank Holiday Weekend Closure Our GP surgery will be closed during the bank holiday weekend. If you feel unwell during this time, please visit a local pharmacy that is open, or contact NHS 111 for medical advice. Thank you for your understanding.

  Each year we commemorate World TB Day to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of tuberculosis (TB) and to step up efforts to end … [continue] World TB Day

Meningitis Vaccination Update Thank you to everyone who has recently enquired about meningitis vaccinations. At present, our guidance is that we are not offering catch-up meningitis vaccinations for individuals aged 18 and over, unless they are attending the University of Kent. We are able to offer a catch-up vaccination programme for those aged 10–18. For…

World Down Syndrome Day was created to celebrate the lives of people with Down syndrome and to make sure they have the same freedoms and opportunities as everybody else. 21st … [continue] World Down Syndrome Day

Toothie is back! Since launching the “Happy Mouth” campaign theme in 2024, he has continued to encourage positive change by educating people about the vital role a happy, healthy mouth plays … [continue] World Oral Health Day

  Every March Since 2012 Nutrition and Hydration Week has taken place every March since 2012. Its purpose is to bring people together to create energy, focus and fun in … [continue] Nutrition and Hydration Week

  World Sleep Day 2026 stands as a beacon of awareness in our busy lives, reminding us of the critical role sleep plays in our health and well-being. This day … [continue] World Sleep Day

  Isn’t kidney disease just caused by lifestyle choices? Kidney disease doesn’t affect many people, does it? Transplants are a cure for kidney disease, right? #DontKidYourself If, like us, you’re … [continue] World Kidney Day