Ansdell Medical Centre

12/08/2026

Learn how to protect your eyes whilst watching the partial solar eclipse!

We probably shouldn’t have to say this, but don’t look directly at the sun. Looking directly at the sun without the right protection can cause permanent damage to your eyesight – so you need to take care. Remember, your normal sunglasses may look great, but they won't cut it.

Follow the link to learn more about how to watch the eclipse safely!

➡️ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/07/23/how-to-watch-the-solar-eclipse-safely-this-summer/

10/08/2026

⚠️ Important Patient Update

Unfortunately, we are experiencing IT issues this morning which may result in delays when contacting the practice or processing requests.

Please bear with our staff while we work with our IT support team to get everything back up and running.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Ansdell Medical Centre

29/07/2026

📰 August Practice Update
From saying goodbye to a much-loved GP to welcoming a new member of the team, this month's newsletter is packed with important updates and helpful health information.

08/07/2026

📢 Surgery Closure Notice

Please note that the surgery will be closed from 1:00pm today for mandatory staff training.

✅ If you have a pre-booked appointment this afternoon, it will still go ahead as scheduled.

If you require urgent medical assistance while the surgery is closed, please contact NHS 111.

🚑 In a medical emergency, always call 999.

🕗 We will reopen as normal on Thursday 9th July at 8:00am.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

22/06/2026

Hot and sunny weather is forecast for the week in the North West.

Look out for vulnerable family, friends and neighbours.

Make sure they are aware of how they can keep cool and hydrated.

For more information go to https://www.nhs.uk/.../heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

Hot and sunny weather is forecast for the week in the North West

Look out for vulnerable family, friends and neighbours.

Make sure they are aware of how they can keep cool and hydrated.

For more information go to https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

12/06/2026

💊Would you like to order your medications using the NHS App?
💊Maybe you have had a problem when trying to order online and need someone to help you fix it?

As part of , we are offering sessions to help you to order regular prescriptions online.

Come along to the session with your mobile or tablet and we will be there to help you!

Sometimes we cannot fix a problem on the spot. If we cannot solve your issue at the session we may need to take your details, look into it and get back to you separately.

Ansdell Medical Centre
Fernbank Surgery
Holland House Surgery
Parcliffe Medical Centre
Poplar House Surgery, St Annes Medical Centre

09/06/2026

Dear Patients
Our GP practice is part of a group of local practices coming together to form a federation in Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre.
This partnership will allow our practices to work together more effectively — sharing resources, offering more services locally and having a stronger voice in decisions about healthcare in our community.
It will not change your registration with your current GP practice, and your relationship with your own practice will continue as it is today.
Before we decide what this federation should focus on and how it should work, we want to hear from the people who matter most: our patients.
This short survey asks for your honest views about what matters to you about your GP care — what you value most, what you would never want to change and what could be better.
There are no right or wrong answers. Every response will be read and will help shape what this partnership stands for and what it commits to.

The survey takes around 5–8 minutes to complete.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DQSIkWdsW0yxEjajBLZtrQAAAAAAAAAAAAMAABlsYXVUOExNMFBXSDFOVFNGMkVUMk9EUFRSSldXRC4u&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwOEFxaDRrU2ROVmF0TU5BTXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7iJIGZDj_j7yOTHsTBoR7LoRxZ3iKYS1GAnaOwY3KKmvRhv1dUYaw98QOioQ_aem_YMGVj5uZFk6XEKXtVSk1gA

Your responses are anonymous.

They will be analysed alongside the views of GPs, Practice Managers and other health partners, and a summary of what patients told us will be shared with Patient Participation Groups after the analysis is complete.

Thank you for taking the time to have your say.

Ansdell Medical Centre

Your GP practice is one of a group of local practices that are considering coming together to form a partnership of local practices called a federation. This short survey asks for your honest views about what matters to you about your GP care — what you value most, what you would never w...

08/06/2026

💙 Carers Week 2026 8th-14th June – Building Carer Friendly Communities 💙

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK. It also helps people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support.

This year’s theme, “Building Carer Friendly Communities,” highlights the impact carer friendly communities can have in making a real and lasting difference to the lives of carers everywhere.

👏 Join us in celebrating carers and helping spread awareness this Carers Week.

Find out more: https://www.carersweek.org/

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22/05/2026

For a short while, our medication queries phone line and reception desk will be operating on reduced operation hours.
Medication queries phone lines 10am-11am.
Medication queries reception desk 10am-12pm.

Our main reception desk, phone line and PATCHS remain open from 8am-6:30pm.

Thank you for your cooperation.

21/05/2026

📣Please note:
🚫 The surgery will be closed from 1pm today for mandatory staff training.
📆 Any pre-booked appointments will still go ahead as normal.
📞 Urgent assistance during this time should be sought via 111.
🚑 In an emergency, please call 999.
⏰ The surgery will re-open as usual on Friday 22nd May at 8am.
🙏🏼 Thank you for your cooperation