Wivenhoe Medical Centre

10/05/2026

20/04/2026

The practice will be closed from 12pm on Tuesday 21st April until 8am Wednesday 22nd April. This shutdown is for all GP practices in Essex.

If you need any medical assistance during this time, please consider your local pharmacy or call NHS111 or attend the urgent treatment centre.

17/03/2026

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been confirmed in Kent. Sadly, 2 people are known to have died. It's important to know the signs of symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia. Get more info from NHS.
🔗 nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis

17/03/2026

Prescriptions

We have a dedicated prescription line available Monday to Friday 9am -1pm for prescription queries. The telephone number is ☎️ 01206 986397

The prescription clerks will happily answer your call and assist you with your query. Please note we do not accept prescription requests over the telephone, they can be submitted via the NHS App, Anima, patient letter request, ticking your white prescription list and dropping it into the practice or by emailing to [email protected]

We require 2 working days to process your prescription (it will take longer for the pharmacy to prepare them ready for your collection).

If you need to check the progress of your request with the surgery, you can do this by checking in the NHS App in the first instance, call the pharmacy or call the prescription line.

Easter 🐣 is fast approaching, please check your supply at home and order any required medication 💊 up to 10 days in advance to allow for the bank holidays.

07/01/2026

⚠️ Product recall: SMA Infant Formula and Follow-On Formula

Nestlé is recalling several SMA Infant Formula and Follow-On Formula products as a precaution due to the possible presence of cereulide toxin.

Cereulide can cause rapid onset of nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. It’s unlikely to be destroyed by boiling water or cooking.

Even if your baby seems well, it is essential to stop using affected products. If the formula was prescribed by a health professional, consult a pharmacist or other medical professional before changing formula.

For a full list of affected batches and what to do next, visit: https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-02-2026

07/01/2026

You can access mental health crisis support 24/7 by calling NHS 111 and choosing the mental health option.

30/12/2025

Although most NHS treatment is free, there are still some costs you might need to pay, such as prescription charges.
If you regularly receive prescriptions, you could save money with a Prescription Prepayment Certificate.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/ATlf50XNcLU

24/12/2025

Pharmacy New Year Opening Hours