Patient Care Locally

07/09/2026

The PCL walk-in mobile vaccination clinics will be in the following areas this week:

Sue Townsend Theatre, Leicester
Charnwood Health & Wellbeing Event
Cancer Health & Wellbeing Event, King Power Stadium
Towcester Racecourse, Family Fun Day, Northants
The Amazing Northampton Run, Market Square

Free & no appointment required.

For full details of your nearest PCL mobile clinic visit
www.lnrvaccinations.nhs.uk

07/09/2026

It’s finally here. Know Your Numbers! Week starts today.

High blood pressure often has no obvious signs or symptoms, which is exactly what makes it so dangerous.

Too many people wait until they feel unwell before getting checked. But by the time high blood pressure leads to a stroke, heart attack, or serious kidney damage, the harm may already be done.

And it’s not just something older people need to think about. Adults in their 20s and 30s should know their numbers too.

A blood pressure check only takes a few minutes and could spot a serious health risk early enough to act on it.

So this week, please help us spread the word, share our posts, and, most importantly, take a few minutes to check your own blood pressure.

You know your age. Do you know your numbers?

03/09/2026

🚑️ Our walk-in mobile vaccination clinic will be attending the very first Charnwood Community Health and Wellbeing event next week, bringing healthcare, advice and vaccinations directly to the heart of the community.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
⏲️ Time: 2-6pm
💷 Cost: Free
🗺️ Location: Charnwood Borough Council Offices and Southfields Park, Loughborough, LE11 2TX

02/09/2026

The PCL walk-in mobile vaccination clinics will be in the following areas this weekend:

Eyres Monsell Fete, Leicester
Braunstone Leisure Centre (Brick Festival)
Oundle Fire Station

Free & no appointment required.

For full details of your nearest PCL mobile clinic visit
www.lnrvaccinations.nhs.uk

01/09/2026

From today, children and pregnant women can get their flu vaccinations ahead of winter.

Children aged 2 and 3 can get vaccinated at their GP surgery, while most school-aged children will be offered the vaccine at school.

Pregnant women can speak to their maternity team, GP practice or community pharmacy about getting vaccinated.

Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine/

28/08/2026

Had your first MenB vaccination 4 weeks ago? It's time to book your second dose.

MenB vaccination is two doses, given at least 28 days apart. Getting both doses helps complete your protection against meningococcal group B (MenB) disease.

Find out more and book: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-a-menb-vaccination-appointment/

26/08/2026

24/08/2026

The PCL walk-in mobile vaccination clinics will be in the following areas this week:

Gates Garden Centre, Oakham
North Park, Kettering
Corby Fire Station
Netherhall Family Centre, Leicester

Free & no appointment required.

For full details of your nearest PCL mobile clinic visit
www.lnrvaccinations.nhs.uk

20/08/2026

Bookings for this year’s flu vaccine are now open for those who are eligible.

Flu can be very serious for children, pregnant women, older adults, and those with long-term health conditions. Last year, it was estimated that the flu vaccine prevented 104,000 unnecessary hospitalisations.

If you’re eligible, you can now book your flu vaccination online or through the NHS App.

Find out more and book here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/book-flu-vaccination/

18/08/2026

🚑️ We are delighted that our walk-in mobile vaccination clinic will be joining a family fun day this Friday at Iron Pit Woods Adventure, bringing health services to the heart of the community.

📍 Holiday Inn Corby Kettering Hotel & Spa
📅 Friday 21st August, 12pm–4pm

Come along and see our team and enjoy a great day with the community!


North Northamptonshire Council