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
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
Last month, 106 out of the 110 patients that completed a Friends and Family survey said they would recommend us. Thank you to everyone who sends us feedback on the care and service they receive at JHP, it helps us understand what we are doing well and where we can improve. The Friends and Family … Continued
We are currently experiencing a shortage of blood test bottles. There is a delay in the global supply chains that produce the bottles, so it’s affecting us, other GP practices and hospitals in the NHS, and other health care providers around the world. What this means for us and patients here at JHP, is that … 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.
An update from Practice Nurse Team Lead Sue Mensforth Every autumn, the NHS commits significant resources to get people vaccinated against flu. Last year, against the backdrop of Covid and mounting pressures on the NHS, more people than ever before were offered a free NHS flu shot.
