Springfields Medical Centre

COVID UPDATE ⬇

😷 Face coverings will become compulsory on public transport and in shops. This does not include hospitality.

✈️ All international arrivals entering England must take a day 2 PCR test and self-isolate until they receive a negative result.

🏠 All contacts of suspected Omicron cases must self-isolate for 10 days, regardless of their vaccination status. They will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace.

Find out more ➡ https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-sets-out-new-measures-as-omicron-variant-identified-in-uk-27-november-2021

We are not currently doing the covid booster vaccinations at the surgery. If you have any queries please contact 119 who can help you 👍🏻

We are not currently doing the covid booster vaccinations at the surgery. If you have any queries please contact 119 who can help you 👍🏻

Please ring us from 8.15 this morning if u need to speak a clinician. Please be aware that the receptionist will triage you to direct u to the best service. This may be a telephone appointment with a GP/nurse, telephone appointment with the clinical pharmacist and you may be directed to your local pharmacy or to our physio service.

If all our appointments are gone you may be directed to out of hours or a walk in clinic.

Please be patient with our staff who are doing their utmost to help all of our patients, and please remember to be kind, all our staff are working extremely hard and we are all here to help you 👍🏻

Please ring us from 8.15 this morning if u need to speak a clinician. Please be aware that the receptionist will triage you to direct u to the best service. This may be a telephone appointment with a GP/nurse, telephone appointment with the clinical pharmacist and you may be directed to your local pharmacy or to our physio service.

If all our appointments are gone you may be directed to out of hours or a walk in clinic.

Please be patient with our staff who are doing their utmost to help all of our patients, and please remember to be kind, all our staff are working extremely hard and we are all here to help you 👍🏻

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#Norovirus is easily transmitted through contact with infected individuals and contaminated surfaces or objects. Symptoms include:
⚪ sudden nausea
⚪ vomiting
⚪ diarrhoea
⚪ high temperature
⚪ abdominal pain
⚪ aching limbs
Read more on our blog: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2019/12/19/say-no-to-norovirus-5-ways-to-beat-the-bug/

People aged 40-49 can now make an appointment online for the COVID-19 booster.

If it's been five months since your second dose, you'll be able to book your booster for when you reach six months.

Book here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/book-coronavirus-vaccination/book-or-manage-a-booster-dose-of-the-coronavirus-covid-19-vaccine/

So as another extremely busy week approaches in the surgery we would like to remind everyone that it is best to contact us from 8.15am if you need an appointment. The lines will be busy so you may need to try a few times to get through or u can use our econsult service via our website.

If u need to put a prescription request in please email it to [email protected] or drop your request in writing into our prescription box.

If u have a query about medication you will be booked in with our Clinical Pharmacist who will help u.

If we feel u can get help in your local pharmacy for symptoms such as a cough, cold or anything else minor then we will sign post u there.

If u have chest pain or think u may have broken a bone please ring 999 or attend A&E.

If we have no appointments left and we still think u need to be seen then u may be directed to urgent care or a walk in centre.

If u r unsure as to what help u need please contact 111.

We are not doing the covid booster vaccinations, please ring 119 if u r due your vaccination but have not yet been contacted.

And most importantly please be patient with us, we are all working so hard and trying our very best at this extremely busy time.

So as another extremely busy week approaches in the surgery we would like to remind everyone that it is best to contact us from 8.15am if you need an appointment. The lines will be busy so you may need to try a few times to get through or u can use our econsult service via our website.

If u need to put a prescription request in please email it to [email protected] or drop your request in writing into our prescription box.

If u have a query about medication you will be booked in with our Clinical Pharmacist who will help u.

If we feel u can get help in your local pharmacy for symptoms such as a cough, cold or anything else minor then we will sign post u there.

If u have chest pain or think u may have broken a bone please ring 999 or attend A&E.

If we have no appointments left and we still think u need to be seen then u may be directed to urgent care or a walk in centre.

If u r unsure as to what help u need please contact 111.

We are not doing the covid booster vaccinations, please ring 119 if u r due your vaccination but have not yet been contacted.

And most importantly please be patient with us, we are all working so hard and trying our very best at this extremely busy time.

At the moment we are particularly short of essential items like long life milk, cream crackers and cup a soups. Can you help us out?

Donations can be dropped off at our Warehouse at,
Hilda Whitfield House, Unit 9, Tanning Court, WA1 2HF from Mon-Thurs 4pm-7pm

Or at our Golden Square Information Centre
Tues-Sat 10am-2pm

Thank you for your support 💚

Due to staff shortages because of sickness our reception team is very short staffed today. Our existing staff are doing their best to cover reception. Please be patient with our staff, they are working as hard as possible in incredibly difficult circumstances. Thank you for your support.

Due to staff shortages because of sickness our reception team is very short staffed today. Our existing staff are doing their best to cover reception. Please be patient with our staff, they are working as hard as possible in incredibly difficult circumstances. Thank you for your support.

This year the toy appeal is launching on 1st November until 10th December. Our aim is to provide vulnerable children with a present to wake up to on Christmas Day.

Any donation no matter how small with make a huge difference, we will accept toys, gift vouchers, selection boxes and gift sets.

If you would like to help us this year and wish to make a donation you can bring your donation along to the surgery and hand to one of our receptionists who will put it in the box for you.

Please do not wrap the gifts!!

Thank you!!!

So as you all may or may not know Dr Flora will be leaving on 30th November. We are holding a meet and greet for patients prior to her leaving for Greece on Thursday 25 November 12.30 - 2 pm, any donations will be given to a local Children's Charity which will be confirmed soon.

We hope you all come to say your good bye's to Dr Kyriakou, she will be so happy to see you all.

[11/10/21]   IF YOU CANNOT MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT PLEASE CONTACT US ON 01925 303250 TO REARRANGE OR EMAIL US ON [email protected], THANK YOU!

[11/08/21]   The phone system is now back on 👍🏻👍🏻

[11/08/21]   We are currently experiencing a national problems with our phone lines. If you need to contact us please complete an enconsult form in via our website or email us on [email protected]. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

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Meeting friends or family tonight for Bonfire Night? 🎇

Meeting outdoors is safer 🌚
If you meet indoors, let fresh air in 💨

#StaySafe #StayWell #NHS #BonfireNight

Can you not get into the practice to order your medication? Please email us on [email protected].

Send your name, date of birth and address and the list of your medications. This is email is checked throughout the day.

Can you not get into the practice to order your medication? Please email us on [email protected].

Send your name, date of birth and address and the list of your medications. This is email is checked throughout the day.

PLEASE CHOSE THE RIGHT SERVICE 👍

PLEASE CHOSE THE RIGHT SERVICE 👍

Health A to Z

Please be aware that all our appointments are gone for today. You can go onto this NHS site which can give you self help advice on a number of conditions.

If you are experiencing chest pain, choking, blacking out or blood loss please call 999.

Feeling unwell? Unsure if you need to contact us or need any help? Please contact 111.

Diarrhoea? Vomiting? Cold/flu like symptoms? Head ache? Your local pharmacy can help you.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/

Health A to Z A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A AAA, see Abdominal aortic aneurysm AAA screening, see Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening Abdominal aortic aneurysm Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening Abortion Abscess Acanthosis nigricans Achalasia Acid and chemical burns Acid reflux in babies,...

You've heard people talking about depression before, but do you really know what it is?

If you need some support with your mental health, speak to your GP about medication, or self-refer on 01925 401720

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Your NHS COVID Pass can now be verified across venues in the EU and 16 other countries.

⚠️ If you’ve saved your COVID Pass, as a PDF or to Apple Wallet, you’ll need to save it again to ensure it is up-to-date.

✅ The COVID Pass within the NHS App will automatically update.

Find out more about the NHS COVID Pass and travel: nhsx.nhs.uk/covid-19-response/eu-gateway/

So as you all may or may not know Dr Flora will be leaving on 30th November. We are holding a meet and greet for patients prior to her leaving for Greece on Thursday 25 November 12.30 - 2 pm, any donations will be given to a local Children's Charity which will be confirmed soon.

We hope you all come to say your good bye's to Dr Kyriakou, she will be so happy to see you all.

So as you all may or may not know Dr Flora will be leaving on 30th November. We are holding a meet and greet for patients prior to her leaving for Greece on Thursday 25 November 12.30 - 2 pm, any donations will be given to a local Children's Charity which will be confirmed soon.

We hope you all come to say your good bye's to Dr Kyriakou, she will be so happy to see you all.

Bereavement Support Group -
The next Bereavement Support Group will take place on 18 November 2021 6.30 pm to 8 pm. If you wish to attend please contact Judith on 01925 303250

Bereavement Support Group -
The next Bereavement Support Group will take place on 18 November 2021 6.30 pm to 8 pm. If you wish to attend please contact Judith on 01925 303250

The Willow Green Cafe is back open again on Friday 5th November @ Westy Children's Centre, for lunch this week it's Beef Hotpot 😃

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As you drive up to your house tonight, take a moment to think: could an ambulance crew identify my house in an emergency? 💡
Make sure if you have a house number that it’s easily seen in the dark.
We hope you never need us but just in case, #HelpUsFindYou

With #bonfirenight coming up this week, it's important to remember the difficulties this time of year can cause for veterans and others suffering with #PTSD .

Below is some information about how you can deal with bonfire night, and there's more information about grounding techniques at this link: https://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/coping-with-flashbacks/

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Have your say on Pharmacy Services in #Warrington
Warrington Borough Council want to hear your views and help us understand YOUR needs.
Paper copies are available from
✉️[email protected] or
📞call 01925 442 487
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GBTVKJD

Have negative thoughts been getting you down?

When we feel low, our minds often have distorted thoughts about ourselves or the world around us, and these in turn can make us feel worse.

With practice, we can re-balance these thoughts! Here are some tips to get you started! Self-refer if you need some help.

This year the toy appeal is launching on 1st November until 10th December. Our aim is to provide vulnerable children with a present to wake up to on Christmas Day.

Any donation no matter how small with make a huge difference, we will accept toys, gift vouchers, selection boxes and gift sets.

If you would like to help us this year and wish to make a donation you can bring your donation along to the surgery and hand to one of our receptionists who will put it in the box for you.

Please do not wrap the gifts!!

Thank you!!!

This year the toy appeal is launching on 1st November until 10th December. Our aim is to provide vulnerable children with a present to wake up to on Christmas Day.

Any donation no matter how small with make a huge difference, we will accept toys, gift vouchers, selection boxes and gift sets.

If you would like to help us this year and wish to make a donation you can bring your donation along to the surgery and hand to one of our receptionists who will put it in the box for you.

Please do not wrap the gifts!!

Thank you!!!

CHOOSE THE RIGHT SERVICE 👍

CHOOSE THE RIGHT SERVICE 👍

IF YOU HAVE FILLED IN AN ECONSULT ONLINE YOU DO NOT NEED TO RING US TO CHASE THIS UP. YOU WILL HEAR BACK FROM US IN DUE COURSE. THESE ARE CHECKED REGULARLY THROUGHOUT THE DAY 🙂

IF YOU HAVE FILLED IN AN ECONSULT ONLINE YOU DO NOT NEED TO RING US TO CHASE THIS UP. YOU WILL HEAR BACK FROM US IN DUE COURSE. THESE ARE CHECKED REGULARLY THROUGHOUT THE DAY 🙂

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The opening times of the town centre symptom-free testing site will be reduced to allow for more outreach testing work, with the changes coming into effect from Monday 1 November.
From 1 November, the site will be open from 11am-1pm Monday to Saturday.
Find out more: https://orlo.uk/ufgbO

Don’t rush to flush. Blood in your p*e, even just once, could be a sign of cancer. It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable.

Contact your GP practice if you are experiencing this or any other new or worrying symptoms: nhs.uk/cancersymptoms

We would like to say a huge thank you do Dr Qureshi who has covered for Dr Aggarwal while she has been on maternity leave. We have really enjoyed having him as part of our team and we are so sad to see him go. Today is his last day at Springfields as Dr Aggarwal prepares to come back to us next week. Thank you for all that you have done Dr Ovais Qureshi, you will really be missed! Hope you keep in touch 🙂🙂

We would like to say a huge thank you do Dr Qureshi who has covered for Dr Aggarwal while she has been on maternity leave. We have really enjoyed having him as part of our team and we are so sad to see him go. Today is his last day at Springfields as Dr Aggarwal prepares to come back to us next week. Thank you for all that you have done Dr Ovais Qureshi, you will really be missed! Hope you keep in touch 🙂🙂

We are thrilled to announce that Dr Aggarwal will be returning from maternity leave next week. We are so happy to have her back!! #SpringfieldsFamily

We are thrilled to announce that Dr Aggarwal will be returning from maternity leave next week. We are so happy to have her back!! #SpringfieldsFamily

Please be aware that the cameras on the patient car park at the Bath Street Health and Well Being Centre cameras will be fully operational again from Monday 1st November 2021 and patients are limited to using it only if visiting the centre and for no more than 90 mins.

Please be aware that the cameras on the patient car park at the Bath Street Health and Well Being Centre cameras will be fully operational again from Monday 1st November 2021 and patients are limited to using it only if visiting the centre and for no more than 90 mins.