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When we are Closed…. Help Us To Help You by using your NHS services responsibly
To access urgent medical assistance when we are closed call NHS 111 Service on 111. NHS 111 is free to call from land lines and mobiles.
The NHS 111 service is available 24 hours a day and can provide patient information, issue prescriptions to a pharmacy of your choice, book a GP appointment, and, if necessary, refer people to emergency services. This service will assess your situation and provide you appropriate help. This could simply be by offering advice or where necessary by making arrangements for you to be seen by a doctor.
Out-of-hours services are generally busy so please think carefully before asking to see a doctor and only do so if you genuinely cannot wait until the surgery re-opens.
In the event of their being a serious medical or life threatening emergency then you should dial 999 or go to the nearest A&E Department (Chest pains and/or shortness of breath are usual examples of a genuine emergency).
Published List of Pharmacies Open: Click Here to Find an Open Pharmacy Near You
We no longer require you to wear a mask when visiting the surgery, unless this is a personal preference. However it is recommended that you should wear a face mask, if you have any respiratory or covid-like symptoms when attending the surgery for an appointment. If you do not have a mask please ask reception for one, on arrival.
The NHS South East London Integrated Care Board is an NHS statutory organisation. They bring together partners involved in planning and providing NHS services, working together to meet the health needs of the population within south east London and deliver the Integrated Care Partnership’s strategy. They are responsible for allocating NHS resource to deliver this plan.South East London’s Integrated Care System brings together all the organisations responsible for delivering health and care for our communities. Click on the link for further information: https://www.selondonics.org/
Advice in your region: England
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Resources: Scarlet fever and the bacteria that causes it, known as Strep A
To help you we have put together some resources below:
(1146) Strep A & Scarlet Fever – YouTube – In this video scarlet fever and the bacteria that causes it, known as Strep A is explained . There has been in an increase in infections in England, including in the most severe form, which can potentially become life-threatening . For most children, scarlet fever is thankfully a mild illness, easily treated with antibiotics. Here’s what you need to know, so you are aware when to worry and when you may need to seek help. If you are not sure and need assistance call NHS 111 Service on 111.
Further Information
Scarlet Fever – Check if you have scarlet fever
UKHSA update on scarlet fever and invasive Group A strep – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
When should I worry? (good source of information for parents on assessing a sick child)
Flu jabs available at the surgery from Oct every year!!
As you know, the cold and flu season is just around the corner. Although many colds will be tough to prevent, vaccination is an effective way to protect you from the flu.
Your GP highly recommends that you have a Flu Vaccination, particularly if you qualify under the criteria as shown below
If you are eligible (see below) you can to book your appointment with the Practice Nurse from Sept by calling the surgery on 0208 693 4704.
Please help us to help you and only telephone to book your seasonal flu appointment after you receive an SMS inviting you. Please rest assured that we will have enough vaccines.
