The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is currently investigating an outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease in the Canterbury area of Kent. A number of patients have contacted the practice regarding this, and we would like to provide reassurance and share the latest public health advice.
At present, this outbreak is localised to Kent, and there is no evidence of wider community spread in London. The UKHSA is actively managing the situation and contacting those considered to be at higher risk directly.
All updates to the situation are being published here.
We are closed on Monday 1st May for the Early May Bank Holiday and Monday 8th May, Bank holiday for the coronation of King Charles III.
If you require medical assistance on Monday 1st May and Monday 8th May, please visit NHS 111 online, call NHS 111 or in the event of an emergency, call 999.
Bank Holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. You can check opening hours by searching the Find a Pharmacy service on the NHS website.