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Notice to Close

For the purposes of Staff training this surgery, along with others in the Thurrock area, will be closed on the afternoon of  Tuesday 10th December 2024.  Please note we shall be closed from 12.30pm.
During closure an Emergency Only service will be in operation and you are asked to telephone 01375 480000 where a contact number will be provided.
The surgery will open as normal on Wednesday 11th December 2024

 

APPOINTMENTS BOOKED ONLINE: 

Following a number of appointments booked inappropriately, from 1st May, any appointments booked ONLINE for other members of the household will be cancelled.  This has been agreed by the Partners at the Practice. 

These are requests for a doctor to call you back the same day and the doctor will assess the need for a further appointment.
Please ensure you include an appropriate telephone number to call and also give a short description of the problem when booking the appointment.

DO NOT BOOK for anyone other than yourself - your appointment will be cancelled.
Do not book appointments to request repeat medication or ongoing sick certificates - please use eConsult for sick certificates and email (chafford.prescriptions@nhs.net) for medication requests. Alternatively telephone the surgery after 10.30am.
Appointments for pill checks should be booked with a nurse - please contact the surgery.

For morning appointments the doctor will call some time during the morning (after 8.30am) & not necessarily at the alloted time slot. Similarly, for afternoon appointments the doctor will call sometime during the afternoon (usually after 3pm).

Thank you.

Prescriptions

Please allow THREE working days for repeat prescriptions to be processed, allow an extra day if your request has been sent after 11.30am.  Please bear this in mind when requesting your prescription, including if requesting via a pharmacy.  Thank you.

Repeat Prescription Form Please complete and return to the surgery via the post box or email us at chafford.prescriptions@nhs.net

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Latest News

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/

 

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MSK

Do you have a joint or muscle problem?

Please use the FREE local getUBetter app approved by your clinicians in Thurrock Essex. It is provided alongside your NHS care and offers local tips, advice, and exercises tailored to you and your stage of recovery. • Instant access • Easy to use • Safe and effective Your healthcare professionals cannot be with you 24/7, but getUBetter can.

Why is self-care important?

Most musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries and conditions can be treated at home and will get better without the need for a specialist appointment. getUBetter gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to improve your MSK health and lifestyle

What is getUBetter?

getUBetter is a safe and effective way to help you self-manage your injury or condition at home, work, and on the move. The app covers a range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions… Back Back & Leg Neck Shoulder Elbow Wrist Hand Hip Knee Ankle Foot Upper Limb Tendinopathy Lower Limb Tendinopathy Sprains and strains …and is designed to help you trust your recovery, live and work well.

Who is getUBetter for?

Anyone 18 or over who needs help with a joint or muscle problem.

What will I get?

• Instant and 24/7 support • Easy-to-follow exercises • Support to recover, live, and work well • Help when waiting • Advice on when to seek help • Approved by your clinicians • Access to local treatments and services • Support before and after surgery

What are the next steps?

1. Download the getUBetter app You can download the app through this link https://app.getubetter.com/request-access/1/43feaeeecd7b2fe2ae2e26d917b6477d

2. Create your account Enter your postcode, select your GP practice, and enter your details to create your account.

3. Choose your condition Select your condition and follow your personalised and targeted recovery pathway. If you need further help getting started, watch our videos or get in touch with one of our team: contact@getubetter.com

Dementia
See the attached list of Dementia friendly groups and support available within Thurrock
Dementia Friendly Groups & Support in Thurrock

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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.

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