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Starting in January 2026, you will also receive regular practice news via email. These newsletters contain general information, seasonal health tips, practice updates, and relevant information for all our patients. This way, you'll always stay informed about developments within our practice.

Did you know that our website has an information section about illness, health and care ?

Come to us with your concerns. The Social Neighborhood team will listen, think along with you, and help you in a way that suits you. Together, we'll find solutions that can be integrated into your daily life. You are welcome just as you are – and our help is always free.

The branch in Wessem will be closed on Friday, January 2, 2026. The branch in Thorn will be open all day.

Those who received an invitation are welcome on Thursday, November 13, 2025, between 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM. The vaccination site is at Trefpunt 1711 (formerly Oad Thoear), Steegputstraat 2.

Do you use blood thinners? Request your free Anticoagulation Card from the Dutch Thrombosis Foundation here !

The flu shot is a safe vaccine with few side effects. It has decades of experience. Millions of people worldwide get the flu shot every year. You cannot get the flu from the flu shot.

With the COVID-19 vaccine, people at higher risk of serious illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19 are better protected again. The COVID-19 vaccination round runs from September 15 to December 5, 2025.

This fall, several groups will receive an invitation for pneumococcal vaccination

The government conducts preventive screenings to prevent cancers

We recently started a partnership with the Social Neighborhood Team. The project is called "Wellbeing on Prescription."

Shingles is a painful skin disease. It primarily affects older and frail people. You can get vaccinated against it. This protects you from shingles.

You will only receive your test results or other information from your medical record after they have been reviewed by your family doctor. Sometimes a statement is required beforehand. In this case, the doctor will contact you.

We do not simply provide information to family or friends.

Always return old or expired medications to your pharmacy and do not throw them away in the trash or down the sink, as this is bad for the environment.

RSV is the most common cause of respiratory infections in children. The virus is also widespread among older adults. Almost all children are infected with the virus before their second birthday. Virus prevalence is highest during the winter months.