Winter illness season is now here. We are experiencing an increase in requests to manage winter illness which will usually improve without needing to see a GP. All requests received will be assessed by a clinician and an appropriate response will be sent to you. Please ensure you provide full information of your condition.
This may range from being asked to make a face to face appointment if it is necessary for the clinician to conduct an examination, a telephone call, a video call. If your condition can be managed safely at home we will provide you with information on self management of the conditions or directed you to the community pharmacy scheme, NHS conditions website, poorly babies and children Orange Book, minor eye clinic, NHS 111 online or other health services depending on the nature of your request. In all instances of winter viruses we would ask that you check the NHS conditions website and follow the self care guidance prior to requesting support from the Practice.
If you have an emergency or life threatening condition call 999 or attend the nearest Hospital Emergency Department.