We think we’ve now sent text messages to all patients eligible for a Covid vaccination for whom we have a mobile phone number. If you believe you’re eligible and you … [continue] Covid vaccinations and boosters
News
Adding Covid vaccinations given overseas to NHS app
From 9 December, if you live in England and have had one or more of your COVID-19 vaccinations (Moderna, Pfizer, Janssen or AstraZeneca) administered overseas, you can have your vaccination … [continue] Adding Covid vaccinations given overseas to NHS app
Keeping healthy in winter
Most excess winter illnesses aren’t caused by hypothermia or extreme cold, they are caused or made worse during normal winter temperatures (average outdoor temperature below 5 degrees). Some people are … [continue] Keeping healthy in winter
Pharmacy First/ Minor Ailments Scheme
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
Covid vaccination update
There has been a lot in the news in recent days about vaccinations for 12-15 year-olds and third doses of the Covid vaccine so we wanted to share a brief … [continue] Covid vaccination update
Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS)
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)
Healthy.io project – Home testing for early detection of kidney disease in patients with diabetes
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
Previously shielding and live in Chapeltown, Harehills, Burmantofts or Richmond Hill?
If you or anyone in your family were shielding at any point during lockdown, you can access support from a range of local healthcare services. They can link you with … [continue] Previously shielding and live in Chapeltown, Harehills, Burmantofts or Richmond Hill?
Precautions in the surgery – after 19 July
Throughout the pandemic we have strived to make the surgery as safe as possible for all our patients and staff. We will continue to do so going forward. From … [continue] Precautions in the surgery – after 19 July
The Demand on GP Services – Why patients can feel let down and GPs are also frustrated
We currently have a project underway looking at how we can safely and effectively provide more face-to-face appointments, while being mindful of the fact that Covid-19 rates in Leeds are … [continue] The Demand on GP Services – Why patients can feel let down and GPs are also frustrated
Covid vaccination news update
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
We are open and seeing patients face-to-face
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
Do you want support with losing weight and getting fitter? One You Leeds can help
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
Taking your blood pressure at home
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
Your COVID recovery website
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
Mental Health Support – information and links
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
How we’re working at the moment
Since Coronavirus arrived it’s been difficult for many people and we appreciate that the changes to our Practices have been confusing for some. We’ve needed to react to rapidly-changing guidance … [continue] How we’re working at the moment
Coronavirus – Useful Links and Local Support – new webpage
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: making your life easier
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
COVID-19 Support and Guidance for Carers
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
Mental health support for Leeds residents
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