You might have seen that more people than ever before are able to get a free NHS flu vaccination this year. The expanded eligibility is designed to reduce the strain the NHS will face over the winter months when the traditional flu season combines with the ongoing pandemic.
Salvie is a new, quick and easy way to access our services. It’s online and available to patients 24/7, so you don’t need to wait for the practice to be open to ask for help. You choose which Doctor you would like to help you, and even how and when you want them to reply. … Continued
A quick update on an enforced change in our blood tests policy. For the next three weeks we will only be able to carry out urgent blood tests, with no capacity for routine tests. This is due to problem with a national NHS supplier and a shortage of chemicals that are needed to process blood … Continued
We have more bookable slots available for flu vaccinations. At the moment, these are for people aged 65 or over, pre-school children and those in at-risk categories. Al eligible patients have been written to.
A big thank you to all patients who completed a Friends and Family Test last month. In September, we received 192 completed tests, with 185 of you saying you were likely or extremely likely recommend us to your friends and family. That’s a recommendation rate of over 96%!
Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can ever do for your health. When you stop, it gives your lungs the chance to repair and you will be able to breathe easier. There are lots of benefits, and you will start to feel them almost immediately. What is Stoptober? Stoptober is a 28-day … Continued
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You may have seen a few updates from me about our first flu clinics for the younger and older members of our community. We’ve had a few queries over the last week from people asking about availability for other groups, so we wanted to give you an update.
I’m Dr Sarah Louden, one of the GPs at Jesmond Health Partnership. As General Practitioners, we cover a huge range of medical issues, but throughout our careers, we do extra study, research and gain qualifications to specialise in certain areas. Two of my special interests – cancer and women’s health – have a clear overlap, and … Continued
We now have nasal flu vaccines available for 2- and 3-year-olds. We’ve written to parents and carers this week inviting them to book an appointment for their child. We strongly encourage booking an appointment as soon as possible. To book your child in, please call the Reception Team on 0191 281 4588 between 8.15 am … Continued
