Practice News

Changes to how we invite you for your reviews and health checks - 14th April 2026

We are making a small change to how we invite patients for routine health checks and annual reviews.

Until now, many patients have been invited for their review during their birthday month. We will be moving away from this system.

What’s changing?

We will now invite patients for reviews and health checks based on individual clinical need, rather than a fixed birthday month. This means:

  • Patients will be seen at the right time, based on their health needs
  • Appointments will be offered with the most appropriate clinician
  • We can better follow current clinical guidelines and provide safer, more timely care

To support this, we will be using a digital tool that helps us monitor when reviews or checks are due.

Can I still book in my birthday month?

Yes.
If you usually have an annual review or health check and prefer to book it during your birthday month, you can still do so. Just contact the practice in the usual way to arrange your appointment.

What does this mean for you?

  • You may be contacted at a different time of year than before
  • You will not miss out on any reviews or checks you are entitled to
  • The change helps us prioritise patients who may need to be seen sooner

Thank you for your understanding and support.

 

Practice Privacy Policy

14th April 2026 - A new version of the practice's Patient Privacy Policy is now available on our website, which has updated information relating to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for recall management.

NHS Confirm your address

Update 14th August 2025

NHS England, supported by PCSE, may send messages to patients to confirm their home address. This is part of their regular list maintenance activities.  Click for more information

Practice Privacy Policy June 2025

30th June 2025 - A new version of the practice's Patient Privacy Policy is now available on our website, which has updated information relating to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for administrative tasks .

May 2025 - Weight-management services update - Mounjaro

The Mounjaro weight-loss drug has been approved by NHS England for eligible patients. NHS England has set the criteria for eligibility for the drug; this is a national policy which all NHS prescribers, such as GPs and pharmacists, are required to abide by. The criteria for weight management cannot be changed by prescribers. 

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Patient Update April 2025

Update for patients of Darwin Medical Practice - April 2025

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April 2025 - Beware of scam email about GP registration

We’ve been alerted to a scam email targeting Staffordshire residents, asking them to update their details to stay registered with their GP. It directs recipients to install software — this is not legitimate.

 

The RSV Vaccine is available from September 2024

Patients who turn 75 and those aged 75-79 will be eligible for a free vaccine to protect them from respiratory syncytial virus.

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Waiting times in the NHS App

While you are waiting for your hospital appointment or treatment, you can now use the NHS App to get the information you need while you wait to be seen.

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NHS England Communications

We wanted to advise our patients that NHS England will be changing the way communications are sent to you. 

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Page last reviewed: 14 April 2026
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