Temporary Pharmacy Disruption – Important Patient Notice

As you may be aware, Boots Pharmacy in Wetherby is currently closed following a break-in over the weekend. They are aiming to reopen later this week (possibly Thursday), and at the latest by the start of next week.

Day Lewis Pharmacy remains open but has limited capacity. To help ensure those who need medication most are prioritised, we kindly ask Boots patients to only request prescription redirection if it is genuinely urgent. 

• If your medication can safely wait a few days (for example, you still have some supply remaining or it is not needed immediately), please do not contact the practice at this time.
• If your medication is due to run out very soon or is essential to take without interruption, please submit an admin request via AccuRx so we can issue a one-off prescription to Day Lewis.

Please be aware that this situation will significantly increase waiting times at Day Lewis. Only urgent requests should be redirected so they can safely support those in greatest need.

Thank you for your understanding and support while services are disrupted.

Meningitis – information and advice

There has been increased coverage in the news recently about meningitis, and we understand this may be causing some worry and concern.

Meningitis can be serious, so it’s important to know the signs and when to seek medical help. For clear, up-to-date and trusted information – including symptoms, what to look out for, and details about vaccinations – please visit the NHS website:

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccine

The MenB vaccine is part of the routine NHS childhood immunisation programme and has been offered to babies born on or after 1 May 2015.

Most people born before this date will not have received the MenB vaccine as part of the routine schedule.

You can check your child’s vaccination status using the NHS App.

At present, there is not enough national stock to offer the MenB vaccine outside of the routine immunisation programme.

If you or someone you care for is unwell and you’re worried, please don’t hesitate to seek medical advice.