We’d like to remind all patients that the NHS App is a national service run by NHS England, and is not operated or managed by this GP practice.

While the app allows you to access a range of NHS services – such as booking appointments, ordering repeat prescriptions, and viewing your medical records – we have no control over how the app works, its functionality, or any technical issues you may experience with it.

If you're having trouble using the NHS App or have questions about how it works, please contact the NHS App support service directly via the app or through the NHS website.

We’re always here to help with your healthcare needs and appointments, but please be aware that any technical problems with the app are outside our control.

Thank you for your understanding.

We are aware of the recent media coverage regarding Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) being prescribed via the NHS for weight management.

However, we would like to clarify that, in line with Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) guidelines, Mounjaro will not be available to everyone who wishes to use it at this time.

Who is eligible?

In the first year of rollout, Mounjaro will only be available to patients who meet very specific criteria. This includes:

• A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or above
  AND

• Four out of the following five conditions:

  • Type 2 diabetes mellitus

  • High blood pressure (hypertension)

  • Heart disease

  • Obstructive sleep apnoea (when breathing stops and starts during sleep)

  • Abnormal blood fats (dyslipidaemia)

These strict criteria are in place to ensure that those with the highest medical need are prioritised during the initial limited availability phase.

We understand this may be disappointing for some patients, but these guidelines are set nationally and regionally to ensure safe and fair access.

Join us for our Carers Coffee Morning — a warm and welcoming space for carers to relax, connect, and share over a hot drink and some treats.

🗓 When: Thursday 12th June 2025
📍 Where: Merridale Medical Centre
☕ What to Expect:

• Friendly conversation with fellow carers

• Helpful resources and support information

• A relaxed atmosphere – drop in any time

Whether you’re new to caring or have been supporting someone for years, we’d love to see you. No need to book — just come along!

We've had a high number of appointment requests from patients looking to start Mounjaro for weight loss.

Please note:
⚠️ Mounjaro is not currently commissioned for weight loss in primary care.
It can only be prescribed for patients with Type 2 diabetes who meet the specific criteria set by NICE guidelines.

Unfortunately, if you're looking to start Mounjaro for weight loss alone, we are unable to prescribe it at this time.

👉 You may wish to explore private or online weight loss clinics for alternative options.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Our team wearing green on 9th May to show support for Mental Health Awareness Month – raising awareness and starting conversations that matter.

The prescribing of gluten-free foods in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) is ending from 1 February 2025.

 The LLR Integrated Care Board (ICB), the organisation that plans local NHS services, took the decision at its meeting on 12 December 2024, following a lengthy consultation process including discussions with patient representative groups and clinicians including GPs, dietitians and pharmacists.

 You can read more about the changes on the local NHS website: Gluten-free foods prescribing - LLR ICB

 Where you can find out more

For further information about the changes to the prescribing of Gluten-free products and the support available please visit the local NHS website: Gluten-free foods prescribing - LLR ICB

 In addition to find out more about Coeliac Disease and how to manage symptoms, please visit  - www.nhs.uk/conditions/coeliac-disease/www.nhs.uk/conditions/Coeliac-disease

 There is a lot of information on the Coeliac UK website at www.coeliac.org.uk that you can access if you want advice about your diet including:

• Home of Gluten free recipes
• Diet and health workshops
• Food and drink information
• Gluten-free food on a budget

 The Association of UK Dietitians also have a range of support and information - www.bda.uk.com/resource/coeliac-disease-and-Gluten-free-diet.html

 The BBC Good Food website also contains top 10 tips for a gluten free diet www.bbcgoodfood.com/health/special-diets/top-10-tips-gluten-free-diet      

 Patient Webinars are also available to view on Overview of Coeliac Disease - patientwebinars.co.uk

 There is local advice and support available on the cost of living from local authorities:

• Leicester City Council - Household support fund
• Leicestershire County Council - Cost of living support
• Rutland County Council - Cost of living support

If you require specific advice, please ask your GP if you can be referred to a dietitian. If you have a general enquiry about the changes, you can:

• Email: llricb-llr.beinvolved@nhs.net
• Telephone: 0116 295 3405
• Write: Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board, Room G30, Pen Lloyd Building, Leicestershire County Council, Leicester Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8TB

As of the 1st October 2024, we will no longer be accepting patient queries/requests via email. You can send in requests via our online consultation tab on the home screen. 

A fit to work note, is form completed by a clinical member to inform your work if you are fit to work commonly referred to as sick notes. From the 1st October 2024 we will no longer be taking these requests over the phone, you can request these by going on to our online services tab and completing a 'admin query' this will be sent to the relevant clinician and actioned within two working days. You will recieve a message to confirm if your request has been accepted or declined. You will not need to call the surgery regarding this. 

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