From today, it is now compulsory to wear a mask or other facial covering when entering a shop in England.  As we said in our guide to face coverings last month, masks act as a barrier to stop potentially infected droplets spreading to other people. Masks, along with social distancing and hand hygiene, are the best ways to reduce the … Continued

UPDATE: The phone systems are now working. Thanks for your patience. We’re currently experiencing issues with our phone lines and can’t make or receive calls. We’re working with our supplier on fixing the issue, and apologise for any inconvenience. You can still request help using Salvie, our online consultation tool. We’ll give an update as … Continued

Thanks to everyone who left feedback about our services during June.   96% of you said you would recommend us to your Family and Friends, and gave us some nice comments too.  

Your new way to get quick, personalised online medical help If you called the practice or visited our website in the last week, you will have heard about ‘Salvie’ – our new patient consultation system.

Last month we held a week-long bake sale at the practice, raising £176.50 for Jesmond Dementia Action Alliance.

This month there will be a further relaxing of the lockdown guidance that has been in place in England since mid-March. Following on from the re-opening of schools and non-essential shops in June, many pubs, cafes and restaurants opened their doors on Saturday 4th July. Here’s what else is changing: The 2-metre social distancing rule … Continued

The stretch of Osborne Road between our two sites is well known for its vibrancy and nightlife, and over the last 3 or 4 months, it has never been so quiet. So the reopening of pubs, cafes and restaurants this weekend is welcome, and we hope everyone will themselves enjoy responsibly. Businesses will have measures … Continued