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Dispensary team newsletter

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Temporary change to Dispensary opening times

Due to staff shortages, whilst we recruit new members of the team, our Dispensary will be closing on Mondays & Fridays at 5pm.
The opening times on other weekdays remain unchanged.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this and hope to return to our full, usual opening hours soon.

A fond farewell

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Dr Catherine Napper, who will be leaving the practice at the end of June after 8 years of service.

Dr Napper originally started as a Locum GP at the practice and then became a full member of the team in early 2020. She has been a valued and dedicated member of the team throughout, providing excellent care and support to our patients. We know she will be greatly missed by both colleagues and patients alike.

We wish Dr Napper every success and happiness in the next chapter of her career.

Patient Newsletter - May 2026

Our latest Patient Newsletter is now available to read and can be downloaded at the link below.

Jubilee Field Surgery - Patient Newsletter - May 2026

Winter 2025 Patient Newsletter

Our Winter 2025 Patient Newsletter is now available to read and can be downloaded at the link below.

Jubilee Field Surgery - Patient Newsletter - Winter 2025

Beyond Dementia

Alzheimer's Support has changed its name, and is now called Beyond Dementia. 

Read more about their exciting new chapter Beyond Dementia.

New weight loss treatment - information for patients

As you may have read or heard in the news, a new weight-loss drug called tirzepatide, also known as Mounjaro, has become available for use in primary care from Monday 23rd June. 

In line with NHS England guidance, this new treatment will only be available for patients who have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above and have been diagnosed with 4 of the following 5 obesity-related health conditions:

• Type 2 diabetes
• Hypertension
• Cardiovascular disease
• Obstructive sleep apnoea
• Dyslipidemia

Patients are advised that prescriptions will not be provided immediately, and that 23rd June is purely the date from which GPs may wish to begin a discussion with eligible patients about using tirzepatide as part of their overall weight-loss journey.

The Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board is currently working with colleagues in primary care to ensure this new treatment is offered to those patients who fulfil this criteria.

At this time, patients are kindly asked not to contact their GP practice with requests for weight loss treatment.

All patients, including those who may be eligible for the new drug, are continued to be encouraged to access NHS-supported healthy living initiatives, such as diet support and activity groups, as part of their overall weight loss journey.

Did you know that you can view your test results in the NHS App, without needing to contact the practice?

Find out more

Bowel Cancer Screening (update)

The bowel cancer screening programme now includes everyone over the age of 50.

You’ll automatically be sent an NHS Bowel Screening Kit when you become eligible. It’s the most important post you’ll receive.

Further information (NHS Bowel Cancer Screening)

Dr Popli announces retirement....

Please click the link below to read an announcement from Dr and Mrs Popli.

Jubilee Field Surgery - retirement announcement

NHS Lung Screening Programme (new)

There is a new NHS screening programme, announced by the Government, which is being rolled out across the country and is now available in our area.

It is called the Lung Cancer Screening Programme (formerly known as the Targeted Lung Health Check Programme) and is aimed at diagnosing lung cancer at an earlier stage in asymptomatic patients (those with no symptoms).

If you are aged between 55 and 74 and have ever smoked, you may be offered an NHS lung health check.

This is not carried out by us at the practice, but by an external provider on behalf of the NHS. They will provide you with all the information you need and you should contact them if you have any queries about this new, national screening programme.
 

Read further information from the NHS about Lung Health Checks

Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon and Gloucestershire Cancer Alliance - Targeted Lung Health Checks

Frequently asked questions about the Lung Health Check programme

FIT notes and queries after leaving hospital

After you have left hospital or been seen in outpatients you may need further support.

For example, you may need a FIT note (sick note) for your employer if you cannot work. It is the responsibility of the hospital team to provide you with this, where needed.

If you did not receive a FIT note, or if you have any other queries relating to your hospital stay/visit, you are encouraged to contact the department whose care you were under.
Please visit the link below for further information from the RUH, Bath.

RUH - FIT notes and other queries after you leave hospital

NHS bowel cancer screening

You can choose if you take part in the NHS bowel cancer screening programme. This leaflet aims to help you decide.

NHS bowel cancer screening: helping you decide

Local Mental Health support services

There are a range of local mental health support services, provided by the Wiltshire Mental Health Inclusion Service, which we have added details of to our Mental Health Services page.

Home testing kit for Hepatitis C

Following the release of the Infected Blood Inquiry report, patients who wish to do a test for Hepatitis C can use the link below to order a free and confidential hepatitis C home testing kit.

Get a free home test for hepatitis C (NHS service) 

New service providing Pelvic Health care

Perinatal Pelvic Health - don't ignore your pelvic floor!

The Perinatal Pelvic Health Team has been set up to provide support, advice and treatment for those with pelvic floor concerns birthing in Bath and the surrounding areas, Salisbury and Swindon.

More information about the Perinatal Pelvic Health Team