CHILD HEALTH AND VACCINATIONS
A variety of vaccinations and boosters are given from two months of age, the only reason for not getting these injections are if your child has an acute illness or has had a reaction to a previous vaccination. Please contact a member of the Health Visiting Team for further information.
ADULT VACCINATIONS
A range of vaccinations are available. If in doubt please check with the Practice Nurse. Influenza vaccinations are available each Autumn for the elderly and those with medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease or kidney disease.
CERVICAL SMEARS
It is very important for all women between the ages of 25 and 64 years plus 364 days to have a cervical smear test every three years from age 25 to age 49, and every five years for women from age 50 . There are many early stages of cervical cancer and if picked up early is totally curable by simple treatment and no large operation is necessary. This test is carried out by the doctor or Practice Nurse as part of the well woman check. The service can be provided for patients over 60 if requested.
ANTENATAL CLINIC
Run by the midwife and doctor on a shared care basis to monitor your health through pregnancy and the health of your unborn baby. Clinics are held each Thursday from 1.45pm – 3.20pm Appointments available from Reception.
FAMILY PLANNING
Advice and Long Acting Reversible Contraception (oral and by injection) from the doctor or Practice Nurse and emergency contraception if necessary. We are happy to discuss all forms of contraception as required.
OTHER CLINICS
Well Woman: Monday 2.00pm – 3.30pm & Tuesday 9.30am – 10.15am & 5.00pm – 5.45pm Asthma: Alternate Wednesdays 1.45pm – 5.30pm. Endocrine: Alternate Tuesdays or Wednesdays, twice monthly. (Appointments allocated by Nurse and Doctor). Child Immunisation: Appointments sent out to patients. (Held on 1st Floor) Child Health Surveillance: Appointments sent out to patients. (Held on 1st Floor) Well Baby: Drop in Clinic. Wed 1.30pm – 3.00pm (Held on 1st Floor) Wart Clinic:
1st Wednesday of the month 2.30pm – 4.30pm. Call for appointment. Lifestyle: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 10.20am & 11.10am – 12.20pm. Call for appointment.
FOREIGN TRAVEL
A full range of advice and immunisations are available. Please make an appointment with the Practice Nurse well in advance of foreign travel.
PRIVATE AND NON-NHS WORK
A full range of examinations are available for which there is a charge. Appointments by arrangement.