Willingham Medical Practice Newsletter – May 2026
MAY 2026 Bank Holidays– Opening Hours
Please note the surgery will be CLOSED for the bank holidays on MONDAY 4TH MAY and MONDAY 25TH MAY.
Please plan ahead and make sure you have enough medication to last, remembering to order your repeats at least THREE WORKING DAYS before collection.
THE MINDFUL LIFE GROUP
The Mindful Life Group offer online, group-based mental health programs designed to support older adults and carers in building well-being, connection and resilience. Our accessible, evidence-based courses help bridge gaps in healthcare, particularly for those facing health inequalities. As a not-for-profit organisation, we are committed to inclusivity and sustainability, ensuring our services are both high-impact and accessible.
For further information please visit https://the-mindful-life.com
Longstanton Dispensary Opening Times
For Collection of Prescriptions | Telephone Line | ||||
Monday | 8.30am – 1pm | 2.30pm – 4pm | Monday | 10am – 12pm | 3pm – 4pm |
Tuesday | 8.30am – 1pm | 2.30pm – 4pm | Tuesday | 10am – 12pm | 3pm – 4pm |
Wednesday | 8.30am – 1pm | 2.30pm – 4pm | Wednesday | 10am – 12pm | 3pm – 4pm |
Thursday | 8.30am – 1pm | CLOSED | Thursday | 10am – 12pm | CLOSED |
Friday | 8.30am – 1pm | 2.30pm – 4pm | Friday | 10am – 12pm | 3pm – 4pm |
Please note that when the GP surgery is closed our patients are unable to collect letters from or drop off samples with the dispensary team | Please telephone 01954 207602 for any medication queries or hospital discharge concerns but NOT requests for repeat medications | ||||
Volunteer Opportunity: Chair of the Patient Participation Group (PPG)
We are looking for a new Chair for our Patient Participation Group (PPG). The PPG is a group of patients who work with the practice team to help improve services, share patient views and support the development of the practice. As Chair, you would lead meetings, help set agendas, and act as a key link between patients and the practice.
Any patient registered with Willingham Medical Practice, who is interested in representing patient views and helping shape local healthcare services, can apply. No previous experience is required – just enthusiasm, good communication skills and a willingness to get involved. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Sharon Unwin, Practice Manager. We would love to hear from you and welcome new voices to the PPG.
Vaccinations
The Pneumococcal Vaccine is available year-round for everyone who is aged 65 years and over. |
The RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Vaccine is available year-round for everyone who is aged between 75 and 79 years of age and for all pregnant women who are over 28 weeks. |
The Shingles Vaccine is available year round for everyone who is aged between 70 and 79 years of age and have never received a shingles vaccine, for individuals who reach the age of 65 or 70 years of age during the period 01/09/23 and 31/08/2028 (these individuals should be vaccinated on or after (but not before) their 65th or 70th birthday), individuals who are aged 50 years and above and meet the definition of severe immunosuppression and for those who are aged between 18 and 49 years and receiving a stem cell transplant. Please note, when booking your second (booster) shingles vaccination, that this cannot be administered any sooner (even by one day) than six calendar months after the first vaccination was given. |
Change of Personal Details
Please let us know if you change your name, address or telephone number. A change of address may mean that you are outside our practice area, and our reception team will advise you on this. It is important we have your up-to-date contact details in case we need to contact you at any time. You are able to update us by visiting https://www.willinghammedicalpractice.nhs.uk/practice-information/change-of-personal-details/ or popping into the surgery and completing a change of details form for you and other members of your household, remembering to bring your photo ID for identification.
Travel Information
As the summer holidays are fast approaching many of us are turning our attention to booking holidays and making our travel plans.
If you are planning to travel abroad, please consider whether you will require any vaccinations. By booking a Travel Clinic appointment (at least six weeks before your date of travel) with one of our practice nurses, they can offer a general travel consultation with advice. They are also able to administer the following vaccinations (free of charge): Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetnus Diptheria & Polio and the MMR. For any other vaccinations we would recommend you attend the Willingham Pharmacy & Travel Clinic or MASTA, a private travel clinic, located on Hills Road in Cambridge. Please visit our website for further information and to fill out a Travel Questionnaire, which must be completed BEFORE your appointment.
For those who are on repeat medication, please plan ahead and make sure you have enough medication to last for your time away, remembering to re-order with plenty of time before you travel and allowing at least 3 working days before collection. And, just in case of emergency, we would advise that you take a list of your repeat medication with you (your repeat prescription slip would be ideal).
Finally, just a reminder that the GP is unable to sign (as proof of identification) any passport applications and they will not write ‘Fit to Travel/Fly’ letter for our patients.
Carers Meetings
If you are a carer for someone and need advice and financial or emotional support, please come along to our carers support meeting on Wednesday 6th May, at the Wilford Furlong Centre in Willingham, where we will be holding a drop-in session between 2pm and 4pm. Please come along and get some support from other people in the local community. Refreshments are provided, there’s no need to pre-book and it’s completely FREE! Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month and for more information please contact alaine.bunce@nhs.net@nhs.net
WILLINGHAM & LONGSTANTON SURGERIES
Willingham 01954 260230 / Longstanton 01954 207600 / Dispensary 01954 207602
Website: www.willinghammedicalpractice.nhs.net
Community (District) Nurses: 0330 726 0077 Health Visitors: 0300 029 5050
A&E is not an alternative to a GP appointment
When the surgery is closed, please call 111 for medical assistance, or 999 for a life-threatening emergency
For urgent mental health support, please call 111 and select option 2
