FLU VACCINATION (2021/22) INFORMATION

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Please Note:

During this difficult time it is important that patients know that if you need medical help we are still here for you. For more information on how you can access medical services for treatment not related to the COVID-19 pandemic please click HERE 

For information re: Covid-19 Vaccinations please click HERE

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When to self-isolate

Self Isolation Leaflet 

You must self-isolate immediately if:

• You have any symptoms of Coronavirus (a high temperature, a new, continuous cough or a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste).
  
  
• You've tested positive for Coronavirus – this means you have Coronavirus.
  
  
• You live with someone who has symptoms or tested positive.
  
  
• Someone in your support bubble has symptoms or tested positive.
  
  
• You're told to self-isolate via the NHS track and trace app. 
  
  
• You arrive in the UK from a country with a high Coronavirus risk – see GOV.UK: how to self-isolate when you travel to the UK

Guidance for households with possible or confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) Infection - Please Click HERE

*Do not book a GP appointment or attend your GP surgery*

If your symptoms are serious, or get worse – NHS 111 has an online Coronavirus Service:  NHS 111 ONLINE  - This Service will tell you if you need further medical help and advise you what to do.

Only call 111 direct if you cannot go online, or are advised to do so by the online service.

Precautions and safeguards at your GP surgery

Further Guidance

• For information on where and how to get tested in Sefton please click HERE
  
  
• Requests for Medical Certification from absence of work related to COVID-19: Please Click HERE
  
  
• Requests for Letters RE: Pre-Hospital Admission Isolating: Please Click HERE
  
  
• Requests for exemptions to wearing face coverings - **Our GP's are unable to provide letters for patients who believe they should be exempt from wearing a face covering** For guidance on self declaration of exemption to wearing a face covering please click HERE
  
  
• For the latest COVID-19 advice please click HERE
  
  
• Patient information Leaflet RE: COVID-19 please click HERE
  
  
• Guidance Note for Patients Returning to Work - Please click HERE
  
  
• Guidance on Dementia Support During COVID-19 - Please click HERE
  
  
• Guidance on Domestic Abuse During COVID-19 - Please click HERE

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Welcome To Our Surgery

The Blundellsands Surgery aims to meet the healthcare needs of patient, family and carer in a supportive environment - delivering effective care which includes the promotion of health through education, support and empowerment (guidance).  

The Practice will provide a supportive working environment where all staff are enabled to flourish and develop, allowing the Practice to respond positively to the Government health agenda.