Patient Newsletter October 2026

Dear Patients,

Autumn is here and I would like to share some news from Parkview Surgery.

🏗️Our Building Work

Our building work is going well.
Some of you may have already seen part of our new area when visiting the surgery.
We are getting there!

Thank you for being patient and understanding while the work is taking place.
We are excited about the changes.The new space will give us better facilities and help us provide more services for our patients.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm wishes,

Suman Bahra Business Practice Manager

 

💉 Flu Vaccinations

Flu vaccinations are now available.

If you are eligible for a free NHS flu vaccination, please book an appointment with us.

Already coming to the surgery?

You may not need another appointment.

If you are seeing a doctor, nurse or another member of our clinical team, please ask:

“Can I have my flu vaccination today?”

If you are eligible, they may be able to give you your flu vaccination at the same appointment.

Having your flu vaccination can help protect you and the people around you.

 

👥 Join Our Patient Group

We are still looking for patients to join our Patient Participation Group (PPG).

The PPG is a group of patients who help us improve the surgery.

You can:

✓ Tell us what you think

✓ Share your ideas

✓ Help us understand what patients need

✓ Help us improve our services

You do not need any special skills or experience.

We would like people of different ages and backgrounds to join us.

Interested?

Please speak to our reception team.

We would love to hear from you.

 

🌿 Your Health This October

Here are some important health messages for October.

🚭 Stoptober

Would you like to stop smoking?

October is a good time to try.

Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health.

If you need help to stop smoking, please ask us for support.

 

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Month

It is important to know what is normal for your breasts.

Look and feel for any changes.

Speak to us if you notice:

✓ A new lump

✓ A change in your breast or nipple

✓ Changes to the skin

✓ Unusual discharge

✓ Anything that is unusual for you

Please do not wait if you are worried.

If you are invited for NHS breast screening, please consider attending.

 

💚 World Mental Health Day

10 October

Your mental health matters.

You can speak to us if you are:

• Feeling very worried or anxious

• Feeling low or sad

• Struggling with stress

• Finding it difficult to cope

It is OK to ask for help.

We can help you find the right support.

 

🌸 World Menopause Day

18 October

Menopause can affect people in different ways.

You may have:

• Hot flushes

• Changes to your periods

• Problems sleeping

• Changes in your mood

• Problems with memory or concentration

If menopause symptoms are affecting your life, please speak to us.

There are treatments and support available.

 

World Stroke Day

29 October

Knowing the signs of a stroke could save a life.

Remember FAST:

🙂 F – FACE

Has one side of the face dropped?

💪 A – ARMS

Can the person lift both arms?

🗣️S – SPEECH

Is their speech slurred or confused?

⏰T – TIME

Call 999 straight away.

 

🍂Look After Yourself This Autumn

As the weather gets colder:

✓ Keep warm

✓ Try to stay active

✓ Eat well

✓ Keep in touch with family and friends

✓ Have the vaccinations you are eligible for

✓ Ask for help if you are worried about your health

We are here to support you.

 

Thank you for being part of the Parkview Surgery community.

Suman and the Parkview Surgery Team

Caring for our community today – building for tomorrow.

Published: Oct 1, 2026