Pharmacy First
Our local pharmacies have taken on treatment of the following conditions and should be your first point of contact if you have any of these problems:
- Sinusitis,
- Sore throat or earache (children aged 1-18 years)
- Infected insect bites
- Impetigo
- Shingles
- Urine infection (women aged 16-65 years)
They are able to prescribe antibiotics when needed with the normal prescription charge.
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/
Breast Screening
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Meningitis B Vaccine
A new vaccine to prevent meningitis is being offered to babies as part of the routine NHS childhood vaccination programme. The Men B vaccine is recommended for babies aged 2 months, followed by a second dose at 4 months, and a booster at 12 months.
Which babies should have the Men B vaccine?
The Men B vaccine is offered to babies alongside their other routine vaccinations at:
- 2 months
- 4 months
- 12 months
The vaccine has the brand name Bexsero, and is given as a single injection into the baby's thigh. The Men B vaccine can be given at the same time as other routine baby vaccinations.
Further information is available on the following websites:
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/pages/meningitis-b-vaccine.aspx
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/meningococcal-b-menb-vaccination-programme
Volunteers Wanted for Patient Group
Interested in becoming involved with the practice Patient Participation Group? Please see the Patient Participation Group page for more details.