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A number of times a year the practice will close at 13:00 for compulsory training for doctors and nurses, organised by Thurrock Clinical Commissioning Group. If you urgently need medical assistance between 13:00 and 18:30 please call 111. After 18:30 call 111. We will be closed on the following dates.
The Stifford Clays Covid Vaccination Hub (Stifford Clays Health Centre, Crammavill Street, RM16 2AP) will be open from 19 September 2023 and holding walk-in clinics for eligible people to get their COVID Autumn Booster. You will normally be contacted by The NHS and/or your GP surgery if you are eligible. Eligible patients include the following
The adult covid and flu vaccination programmes had been due to start in October to maximise protection over the winter months, but now those most at risk including adult care home residents will be vaccinated from 11 September.
With the flu season for 2023 – 2024 about to begin, the NHS are encouraging all parents to get their children vaccinated. Please click the picture below for more information on why you should get your child a flu vaccination this year – IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR OUR MUMS TO BE – PREGNANT? For our Mums
As World Sepsis Day approaches (on 13 September), we have set up this post to raise awareness by giving people a basic understanding of Sepsis and knowledge of signs and symptoms. “Sepsis is a rare but serious overreaction of the body’s immune system to an infection, which can cause damage to the body’s cells and
Please be advised that, from 14 August 2023, the telephone number for St Clements Health Centre will be changing to 01708 204230 This change is due to an upgrade to our telephone system which will improve the services that we offer at the surgery. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Local residents are set to benefit from the launch of a new 12-week self-referral programme that is free and easy to access and is designed to help them manage their weight and improve their health. The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board (MSE ICB) has prioritised tackling obesity as a key factor in looking
Measles is an infection that spreads very easily and can cause serious problems in some people. Having the MMR vaccine is the best way to prevent it.
If you have a low income, you may be able to get help with NHS costs through the NHS Low Income Scheme (LIS)
If you’ve been invited for cervical screening, we hope you’ll choose to have it.
Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it’s too hot, there are health risks.
Parents are being asked to check children are fully up to date with their measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccinations by checking their vaccine record in their red book.
On 23rd April the Government is launching a national emergency alert which will send a notification and emit a loud noise even if mobile phones are on silent. For victims of DA this could expose “hidden” phones. There is a way to opt out, please watch the YouTube video below and share with any friends/family:
What is Electronic Repeat Dispensing? It is a new way of getting your medicines and appliances without having to ask the doctor for a prescription each time. How does Electronic Repeat Dispensing work? The prescriber will authorise and issue a batch of repeat prescriptions until the patient needs to be reviewed. The prescriptions are then
Act F.A.S.T. Call 999 if you see any single one of the signs of a stroke.
If something in your body doesn’t feel right, don’t carry the worry of cancer with you.
The NHS 111 online service can assess and direct people to the most appropriate local service, including urgent treatment centres, GP practices, and consultations with a pharmacist.
You may have seen in the news and online stories about Group A Strep.
Looking after your mental health. There are little things we can all do to help look after our mental health. Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more.
Know Your Numbers! Week is the UK’s biggest blood pressure testing and awareness event.
If something in your body doesn’t feel right, talk to your doctor. Most people who go for tests find out it’s not cancer.
Big changes are taking place across the health and care system. What does it mean?
Your GP, nurse or pharmacist will not generally give you a prescription for over the counter medicines for a range of minor health concerns. Instead, over the counter medicines are available to buy in a pharmacy or supermarket in your local community.
Get advice about when and how children aged 5 to 15 can get their COVID-19 vaccination, and information on side effects and safety. Vaccination for children aged 5 to 15 Vaccine side effects and safety for children
Fancy a cuppa? Sometimes reaching out to someone with as little as three words can make a big difference.
When you think you need A&E, contact NHS 111 by phone or online. NHS 111 is free and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You answer questions about your symptoms on the website, or by speaking to a fully trained adviser on the phone.
In February, the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) advised a spring dose of the COVID-19 vaccine as a precaution to those at extremely high risk, most of whom received their first booster around 6 months ago.
We are working to improve the difficulties patients are experiencing but please bear with us and treat staff with respect.
While you are waiting for a hospital appointment, we wanted to let you know that there is more support available to you.
Prostate cancer is not always life-threatening. But when it is, the earlier you catch it the more likely it is to be cured.
Register for the Text Reminder Service You can now register to receive information by text message on your phone regarding appointments and health care. To register for this service please complete our communication consent form. No identification is required for this service. If more than one person shares the use of the mobile phone number given
