What is ‘Shielding’ and who does it apply to? Shielding is extra protection for people with underlying health conditions who are more likely to become ill. Anyone who is medically recognised as at risk will receive a letter strongly advising them to avoid face-to-face interaction for 12 weeks, though this may change. We’ve added a … Continued

We’d like to say a huge thank you to staff at Ian Ramsey CE Academy in Stockton, who have been making PPE face shields for us, and other NHS organisations across the North East. Special thanks to Gill Booth, Executive Head of Ian Ramsey CE Academy and Venerable Bede CE Academy, for coordinating the project, … Continued

If you’ve been to the practice recently, you might have wondered why staff are wearing gloves, masks and other protective equipment. The NHS and the government have issued strict guidance that all staff should be using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. NHS staff come into contact with a lot of patients, and coronavirus … Continued

Our surgeries at both 17 and 200 Osborne Road will be open on Good Friday and Easter Monday.

The NHS has asked all GP practices to remain open as part of managing the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.

From Monday 23rd March, all appointments with the Practice Nurse Team will be at 17 Osborne Road. We are currently still able to carry out urgent blood tests, ECGs, smears, childhood immunisations, pregnancy immunisations, dressings, and blood pressure and diabetes monitoring. As we posted yesterday, Health Visitors are no longer doing Well Baby clinics in the … Continued

Cervical screening is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself from cervical cancer. The test – which takes no more than 10 minutes – checks the health of your cervix and looks for cells that could cause cancer. Why it’s important Since the early 1990s, the rate of cervical cancer in the UK … Continued

We understand people are concerned about the spread of coronavirus in the UK. We want to let all patients know about the steps we are taking and plans we are putting in place, and what you as patients can do to help keep yourselves and those around you safe. You can read our full patient … Continued

We are aware that people are concerned about the Coronavirus outbreak. At these times, it is not just the adults that have some worries. This is a fantastic resource for anyone with little people at home that can help answer some of their questions and concerns. Click the image below for a helpful guide to … Continued