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We’re expanding! Allerton and Westfield are looking to recruit the following staff. Please do share these details with anyone you think might be interested in working with us. Fixed term … [continue] Job vacancies at Allerton & Westfield

We’re experiencing extremely high levels of demand at the moment, with a 25% increase over the last month in the number of incoming calls. This means that patients are also … [continue] Pharmacy First/ Minor Ailments Scheme

After an August break, Dr Hector-Goma will continue his monthly Online Conversations on Living with Long Term Conditions with a look at Our Kidneys in Health and Disease. This month … [continue] Online Conversation – Sunday 26 September (18.30 – 19.30) – Your kidneys in health and disease

The Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) provides assessment and treatment for people with recently occurring minor eye problems such as: Red eye or eyelids Dry, gritty or uncomfortable eyes Eye … [continue] Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS)

For patients with diabetes, urine testing is an important part of diabetes annual review. We do this through a test called the albumin:creatinine ratio (ACR) test. This test looks for … [continue] Healthy.io project – Home testing for early detection of kidney disease in patients with diabetes

From 19 August, 16 and 17 year olds are eligible for Covid vaccinations. Details of where they can get their vaccinations are below. The link below has details of all … [continue] Covid vaccinations for 16-17 year olds – available from 19 August

Following yesterday’s announcement about the further unlocking of restrictions on 19 July, we wanted to add a note of caution. Having both Covid-19 vaccinations greatly reduces risk your risk of … [continue] Vaccines and Covid-19 symptoms, with and without vaccinations

Sunday 27 June 2021 will see the next in Dr Hector-Goma’s series of online conversations with and for people living with long-term conditions, or those who want to find out … [continue] Online Conversation with Dr Goma – Sunday 27 June, 6.30pm: “There’s nothing sudden about a heart attack”

We’ve updated the website to give a bit more information on the different types of NHS data sharing opt-outs and how you go about opting out if you decide that’s … [continue] Updated information on National Data-sharing Opt-outs

Leeds CCG is starting a 3-year project to change and improve support for adults and older adults living with moderate to severe mental illness and complex needs. In Leeds, we’re … [continue] Work to improve mental health services in the community – your chance to get involved

The data extraction switch-on previously scheduled for 1 July has now been delayed until September. NHS Digital has been collecting anonymised data from GP practices for research purposes for years.  … [continue] National data opt-out – deadline 23 August 2021 (please note changed dates)

On 20 May Government guidance was amended. Patients in cohorts 1-9 should now have an 8-week gap between first and second vaccinations. All other patients aged over 40, or under … [continue] Covid vaccination news update

There has been some negative media coverage recently about GP Practices. We want to reassure all our patients that we have been working hard throughout and continue to do so. … [continue] We are open and seeing patients face-to-face

We’re aware that some patients may want to travel abroad after restrictions ease from 17 May. Information on how you can provide evidence that you have had both your Covid … [continue] How do I show I have had my Covid vaccination if I want to travel abroad?

In response to recent news stories about the AstraZeneca vaccine, Dr Hector-Goma and colleagues will be hosting a webinar to give more information about the benefits and possible risks of … [continue] Sunday 25 April 4pm – webinar – Potential risks and benefits of the Astra-Zeneca vaccine

“Hypertension: What are the Patients Saying?”, will take place Sunday 28 March 2021 at 6.30pm (UK Time). Do you have high blood pressure? Do you take medication for it? What … [continue] Next online conversation about living with long-term conditions – “Hypertension: What are the Patients Saying?”

NHS in Leeds is holding a Facebook live session on Thursday 25 March, 6-7pm. Ramadan starts on 12 April but it’s still important to have your COVID-19 vaccination when you’re … [continue] Covid-19 vaccine and Ramadan

A bit late to the party but yesterday was World Obesity Day. However, it’s never to late to think about taking steps to lose weight. Over the past year some … [continue] Do you want support with losing weight and getting fitter? One You Leeds can help

Some patients will have received a text message yesterday afternoon about the volume of calls we’ve been getting and providing a link to our Covid Vaccine Information page on the … [continue] Whoops – sorry!

Are you worried about whether to have the CoVID vaccine, or do you know someone who is? This may help: bhi are hosting an online conversation ‘CoVID Vaccination: Listen to … [continue] CoVID Vaccination: Listen to the Facts – 9 February 2021 (18.00 – 19.30)

The British Heart Foundation has produced an excellent guide on choosing a blood pressure monitor and taking readings at home. This will help to make sure your readings are as … [continue] Taking your blood pressure at home

If you’ve got Covid at the moment or you’ve had it but it’s taking time for you to feel better, the ‘Your COVID Recovery’ website has lots of useful information … [continue] Your COVID recovery website

A lot of people are struggling with their mental health at the moment. There’s no shame in asking for help if you need it. Leeds CCG has put together a … [continue] Mental Health Support – information and links

We have added this page to our website to link you to the most up-to-date sources of information and support with regards to Covid that we know about. Please let … [continue] Coronavirus – Useful Links and Local Support – new webpage

Online consultations (e-Consults) offer a convenient alternative to visiting the GP practice and are rapidly increasing in popularity. They allow you to access a range of healthcare GP services through your … [continue] Online consultations: making your life easier

Leeds Carers Partnership have pulled together lots of Covid-19 support and guidance information for carers in the Leeds area and will be issuing regular updates which we’ll make sure we … [continue] COVID-19 Support and Guidance for Carers

A new 24 hour mental health helpline for residents in Leeds and neighbouring regions (Calderdale, Kirklees, Wakefield and Barnsley) launched on 9 June. The West Yorkshire helpline provides confidential support, … [continue] Mental health support for Leeds residents