Medical

We are reducing the volume of text messages (SMS) we are sending.

We hope now to communicate with you , where relevant, via email.  This may be preferred by you for documents, referrals, and may be less intrusive than SMS.  Please let us know an active email address where possible

We also seek to use the NHS app:  it is the quickest and easiest way to request medication and view your results and record, and can also be used for messaging.

Let us know if you do not consent to any of these methods.  We do not share your contact details with third parties

From October 3rd 2024 we are offering flu vaccine to eligible adults.  Pregnant women can have vaccine earlier if they wish.  We have vaccine in stock.  Flu vaccination is recommended for those who are most at risk of serious complications if they get flu. For adults this includes everyone aged 65 years and over, pregnant women, and those with certain long-term health conditions. Flu can be a serious illness in these people and the vaccine offers the best protection.  Further info is here:  https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/flu-vaccination-who-should-have-it-this-winter-and-why

We also are offering RSV vaccine (against bronchiolitis and pneumonia)  to those age 75-79.   Further info here

We aren't offering covid vaccination at the practice..  There is a national booking system here  ,  or dial 119 , or check with your local pharmacy, as some are offering.

If you think you may have incomplete childhood vaccinations,  eg you did not have 2x MMR,  then ask us to check your records.  We have all routine childhood vaccines in stock.  Reception staff can help

Have you served in the armed forces?  If so,  it is important you get the right medical care.  Please do ask us.  There is more info here

Here are some tips on getting relevant help if needed.