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Easter Bank Holiday 2026 – Practice Closure & Pharmacy Opening Times

Please note that Ivel Medical Centre will be closed on:

  • Friday 3 April 2026 (Good Friday)
  • Monday 6 April 2026 (Easter Monday)

During this time, if you require advice or treatment for minor illnesses or urgent medication queries, your local community pharmacy may be able to help without an appointment.

Some pharmacies across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes will be open during the Easter bank holiday period.


Please click here for pharmacy opening times.

🎗 Sarcoma Awareness Month – July 2025

Rare but Not Unimportant
Sarcoma Awareness Month shines a spotlight on a rare group of cancers that form in bones and soft tissues. Though sarcoma makes up just 1% of adult cancers, its impact is significant—and early detection is vital.

Why This Month Matters
Sarcomas are often hard to diagnose and can affect people of any age, including children. Many people have never heard of sarcoma until it touches their lives. This month is about raising awareness, supporting research, and ensuring no one faces sarcoma alone.

How You Can Help

  • Learn the Signs: Unexplained lumps, swelling, or persistent pain? Get it checked.
  • Spread Awareness: Talk about sarcoma. Share information. Break the silence.
  • Support Research: Donations and advocacy help improve treatment options and survival rates.
  • Wear Yellow: Show support by wearing yellow throughout July.

Together, We Make a Difference
Let’s raise our voices for those affected by sarcoma. Awareness saves lives.

Learn more at sarcoma.org.uk