Pre-booked appointments and drop-in vaccination sessions are available in multiple locations in Newcastle this week. Update on who can get vaccinated: Everyone aged 16 or over cab get two vaccine doses, at least 8 weeks apart. Both doses need to be of the same vaccine. Children aged 12-15 will be offered the Pfizer vaccine. This … Continued
We have received a limited supply of flu vaccines at the practice. We are contacting patients depending on supply and eligibility however, as has been widely publicised in the news, vaccine delivery dates have been affected by the delivery van shortage. Our next large delivery will not be until later in October. We therefore would … Continued
Unfortunately, we have had to cancel our flu clinic scheduled for Saturday 9th October. Running the clinics was always dependent on the supply of vaccines arriving in time, and we have just been told our next shipment won’t arrive until later in October. We are in the process of contacting patients who had book their … Continued
The coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines are safe and effective. They give you the best protection against COVID-19. Everyone aged 16 or over can get vaccinated – it’s free and protects you and the people around you. Thousands of appointments are available across the city every week, with drop-ins and pop-ups making it easier than ever to … Continued
Everyone aged sixteen and older can now get a covid-19 vaccine. There are thousands of appointments available every week, as well as lots of drop-in locations with no need to book ahead. Don’t miss out on getting your covid jabs.
Friday 10th September marks World Suicide Prevention Day. Since 2003, the annual event, run by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), has sought to create hope through action. Every suicide is tragic and has devastating consequences for family, friends and others. But, by raising awareness, reducing the stigma around discussing suicide, and encouraging well-informed … Continued
I am pleased to let patients know that our first batch of flu vaccines has arrived at the practice. This Saturday 11th September, we will be holding our first flu clinic, focussing on vaccinating people aged 65 or over.
We are experiencing some staffing issues at the practice today, so it may take us a little longer to answer your calls. Please bear with us, we are working hard to get to everyone as quickly as we can. We would encourage patients to make use of Salvie, our online consultation tool, especially during busy … Continued
The NHS Zero Tolerance policy says all staff must be able to do their job without abuse or violence. We fully support this policy at Jesmond Health Partnership. Our staff work hard to provide patients with the best quality care and must be treated with respect and dignity. Any behaviour, verbal or physical, which causes … Continued
With confirmed positive cases and the number of people needing to be admitted to hospital both increasing in recent weeks, it remains vital that everyone gets vaccinated against covid-19. Vaccines are already protecting millions of people and are our best way out of the pandemic. We encourage everyone eligible to get vaccinated at soon as … Continued
