Children aged 2 or 3 years on 31 August 2025 (born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2023) are eligible for a nasal flu vaccine. If you would like your child to have this vaccine please contact us to arrange an appointment with the practice nurse. For more information visit the link below:
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Flu Vaccines 2025-26
Simpson House will be offering flu vaccines to all eligible patients from 1st October 2025. Please call us to book an appointment or submit a Patchs request. Those eligible for a flu vaccine include anyone aged 65 and over; patients who are pregnant, and patients with long term chronic health conditions or a weakened immune…
We now use ‘Heidi’ – an AI Transcription Tool during consultations
During your consultation clinicians may use “Heidi”, which is a helpful tool that allows your clinician to focus entirely on you during your visit or call, while still allowing them to accurately capture medical information. This ensures a comprehensive and precise record of your care.
Bank Holiday closures 2025
Simpson House does not open on any UK Bank Holidays. This year we will be closed on the following dates: Wednesday 1st January 2025 (New Year’s Day) Friday 18th April 2025 (Good Friday) Monday 21st April 2025 (Easter Monday) Monday 5th May 2025 (Early May Bank Holiday) Monday 26th May 2025 (Spring Bank Holiday) Monday…
Learn how to contact the practice using Patchs
There are many things you can do online at our surgery. Some tasks you can do using a website called Patchs where you can: request an appointment request a sick note ask about test results contact us about an admin request We have recently added some tutorials to our website explaining how to sign up…
Coil fitting or changing – advice to patients
Prior to a coil fitting or coil change, we need to ensure there is no infection present. The patient should see the nurse for swabs at least a week before the coil is fitted. If the swabs were done within 6 months, no further swabs needed unless the patient has had a different sexual partner….
RSV vaccine – available from Sept 2024
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an infectious disease of the airways and lungs causing cough and cold symptoms. It can lead to more serious conditions such as pneumonia, which are life-threatening for some babies and older adults. A vaccine to help protect against RSV will be available on the NHS from 1 September 2024. You’ll…
Bank Holiday closures 2024
Simpson House does not open on any UK Bank Holidays. This year we will be closed on the following dates: Monday 1st January 2024 (New Year’s Day) Friday 29th March 2024 (Good Friday) Monday 1st April 2024 (Easter Monday) Monday 6th May 2024 (Early May Bank Holiday) Monday 27th May 2024 (Spring Bank Holiday) Monday…