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Meningitis B Update

Meningitis B Update
Vaccinations:
In light of the recent Meningitis B outbreak in Kent, we would like to clarify our position regarding Meningitis vaccinations.
The Meningitis B vaccine was introduced in 2015 and is part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule. We are only able to administer this vaccine to children up to the age of 2. Anyone over the age of 2 will need to access the vaccine privately. There are no current plans for a national catch-up campaign.
The Meningitis ACWY vaccine is routinely offered to teenagers through school-based programmes. If you are under 18 and have not received this vaccine, please contact the School Nurse team on 0300 790 9854.
If you are aged 18–24 and have not yet had the MenACWY vaccine, please contact the practice to arrange an appointment.
You can also check your vaccination records via the NHS App.
Antibiotics:
GPs have been asked to prescribe antibiotics to certain people who attend the University of Kent, close contacts identified by the UKHSA & people who attended a club (Club Chemistry) in Canterbury on 5-7th March. If you are a patient of Park Medical Practice, and fall into one of the above categories, please contact us.
For more information about Meningitis B, please follow this link: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Published on 18th Mar 2026

Join Our Patient Participation Group (PPG)!

🌟 We're recruiting to our Patient Participation Group (PPG)! 🌟

The next meeting is 22nd April.

Your voice really does make a difference at Park Medical Practice.

Our Patient Participation Group is a chance for local people to work with the practice to improve services, share ideas, and help shape the future of healthcare in our community. Whether you’re passionate about better access, clearer information, or supporting patient wellbeing — we’d love to hear from you.

Why join? ✔ Help influence how services are delivered
✔ Share feedback that leads to real improvement
✔ Work together with practice staff for the benefit of all patients
✔ Strengthen the link between the practice and the community
✔ Be part of positive change in your local area

You don’t need any special experience — just an interest in your community and a willingness to share your perspective.

💬 If you’d like to get involved, contact:
📧 somicb.reception.parkmp1@nhs.net

Let’s make healthcare better, together. 💙


Published on 18th Mar 2026

New Practice Nurse

Please join us in welcoming Megan Gillard Stamp, who has just joined the team as our new Practice Nurse! 

We’re delighted to have Megan on board and are sure you will all join us in making her feel very welcome. We look forward to the experience, care, and positivity she will bring to our patients and team.

Welcome, Megan!


Published on 18th Mar 2026

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