Closure of Granta Charitable Trust
After much careful thought, the Trustees of Granta Charitable Trust have made the difficult decision to close the charity, effective from the end of 2025. Following discussions about the charity’s future direction, it was decided that the time has come to bring this chapter to an end. Since our establishment in 2019, Granta Charitable Trust […]
Vaccines Update
As we approach the colder months, there are a number of vaccines that can help protect you against serious illness, including: FLU – this vaccine helps protect against flu, which can be a serious or life-threatening illness. It’s offered on the NHS every year in autumn or early winter to people at higher risk of […]
BANK HOLIDAY HEALTH CARE
As we head into the Bank holiday weekend, don’t forget you can treat many minor illnesses at home with a well-stocked medicine cabinet. Colds and coughs, sore throats, and upset stomachs can all be treated by having a supply of health care essentials such as pain relief (paracetamol / ibuprofen), cough and sore throat remedies, […]
Flu Vaccinations 2025
It’s that time of year again already! If you book your flu vaccine with us, we can also check that you are up to date with all of the other vaccines you may be eligible for. The flu vaccination programme starts in October for all eligible adults, except pregnant women and children, who will be […]
Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) weight management medication in Primary Care
Contrary to what has been advertised in the media, GPs cannot prescribe injections for weight loss. Your GP can however refer eligible patients to a “Healthy You Tier-3 services” for assessment and “wrap around care”, including consideration of injections but only if the following criteria are met: A BMI of 40kg/m2 or above (or 37.5 […]