** Information about Infected Blood Inquiry **

If you are concerned about a possible hepatitis C infection, you can book a home NHS test online. The tests are free and confidential. To receive a self-testing kit which can be quickly dispatched to your home visit https://hepctest.nhs.uk/

Hepatitis B is also linked to infected blood, this usually clears up on its own without treatment, but could develop into chronic hepatitis B. Patients can find out more information here - hepatitis B information.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hepatitis-b/

HIV testing is also provided to anyone free of charge on the NHS. Home testing and home sampling kits are also available. You can find out more about HIV testing and the HIV testing services search tool on the NHS website.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiv-and-aids/diagnosis/

https://www.nhs.uk/serv.../other-health-services/hiv-testing

Patients who want more details about the safety of blood from donations in England can find more information here:

https://www.blood.co.uk/.../further-information/your-safety/

Dispensing patients

Please allow at least 4 full working days for prescriptions to be processed and medications to be dispensed. Remember to take weekends and bank holidays into account.

Protected Time for Learning 

The surgery will be closed for training from 12 noon on the following dates:

• Wednesday 24th April 2024
• Thursday 23rd May 2024
• Wednesday 19th June 2024
• Thursday 17th October 2024
• Tuesday 19th November 2024
• Thursday 13th March 2025

If you need medical assistance which cannot wait until we re-open, please call 111. Calls to the NHS111 service are free from both landlines and mobiles.

If you have a life-threatening medical emergency, please call 999

Modern General Practice Access - 2023

Shingles Vaccination Programme 

Children and Young People Social Prescribing

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We are now operating an triage system for GP, ANP and Clinical Pharmacist appointments. Click on the link below and complete the form. Please include as much relevant information as possible to help us to assess your needs appropriately. Forms will be read by a member of the team within 2 working days. We understand that a small amount of patients will be unable to complete this and if that is the case please telephone the surgery on 01964 530350.

19.07.2024 08:30

**PATIENT NOTICE**

Unfortunately, we are currently experiencing IT issues as part of a national problem. During this time patients with appointments for follow up and routine matters will be rearranged when systems are back up and running.

Thank you for your patience at this time.

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04.07.2024 : Respiratory illness is on the rise in our local area. To minimise any spread of infection, please wear a mask to the surgery if you have symptoms of respiratory illness including a cough, sore throat or ‘flu like symptoms.

We will continue to ensure the building is well ventilated and hand sanitiser will be available if needed.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Please find below a list of alternative services that are also available with contact details:- 

MINOR INJURIES & URGENT CARE CENTRES  7am-11pm 7 Days A Week. 

Beverley 01482 478880 Bridlington 01262 423464

People can walk into an Urgent Treatment Centre but the advice is to ‘talk before you walk’ by contacting NHS 111 and, where appropriate, a clinical advisor will assess symptoms, provide advice and guidance or decide what medical help is needed, advise where to go and if needed arrange an appointment. If the patient is 2 years old or younger – please telephone 111 before attending any urgent care / minor injuries unit.

THE WOUND CLINIC, HORNSEA COTTAGE HOSPITAL

01482 247111 - Choose Option 3

Please telephone for an appointment for stitch removal and dressing changes.

PHYSIO DIRECT SELF REFERRAL SERVICE Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm 

01377 208300

Get advice quickly about neck or back pain, recent injuries and any muscles and joint problems by professionals specialising in the field.

https://www.chcpmsk.org.uk/ 

LOCAL COMMUNITY PHARMACIES Your local pharmacist is a healthcare professional who can give you clinical advice and treatment for common illnesses such as coughs, colds, minor infections and aches and pains. They can also help you decide whether you need to contact other healthcare services such as contraception and sexual health. See a member of our team for individual contact details.

SURGERY BASED COMMUNITY LINK WORKERS A new service to help support local people with their health and wellbeing needs and to help people access the right services at the right time. Can offer advice and support with issues affecting mental and physical health and wellbeing. Ask one of our team for further details or an appointment.

NHS YOURHEALTH 0800 9177752 https://yourhealth.humber.nhs.uk/services/east-riding-of-yorkshire/  Health and Wellbeing Coaches provide personal support and motivation to adults across the East Riding who wish to lead a healthier lifestyle. They can help with issues surrounding weight loss, healthy eating, alcohol, mental wellbeing, smoking and physical activity.

HUMBER TALKING THERAPIES 01482 335451 https://eastridingtalkingtherapies.humber.nhs.uk/  Online talking therapy in East Riding of Yorkshire. Free service. Evening and weekend appointments. One-to-one with a qualified psychotherapist. Quick access to therapy.

NHS CHOICES www.nhs.net – Visit the NHS Choices website for an A-Z of symptoms, conditions, medicines and treatment and for further local services in your area.

Serving You

Our dedicated team are here to treat those minor ailments that occur as well as providing specialist management of long-term conditions and clinics covering a wide range of healthcare issues. The technology also means you can now do a lot of things from the comfort of your home such as order a repeat prescription or cancel an appointment.

Partners in Care

Once registered, patients and healthcare professionals work together to ensure the most appropriate care is provided. This partnership philosophy extends even further and our active patient group exists to make sure that patient needs and the practice offering are always heading in the same direction.

The practice serves a population of over 12,000 patients. Our main surgery premises are in Hornsea and we have a branch surgery in Aldbrough. There is good disabled access to both premises.

The illustration of The Mere, Hornsea is reproduced from an original water-colour painting kindly loaned to us by local artist Mr Patrick Burton.

Opening Times

Please note, our Aldbrough surgery closes for lunch between 12.30 - 1.30.

The phone lines are closed for routine enquiries at both sites between 12:30 and 13:30. However, if you need urgent medical assistance someone will be available to take your call.

If you have a life threatening medical emergency please call  9 9 9.

EXTENDED HOURS ACCESS

We now offer routine appointments with GPs, advanced clinical practitioners, practice nurses and healthcare technicians at the following times:

Tuesday Mornings from 7.30am until 8am

Thursday Evenings from 6.30pm to 8pm

Please note - Extended Hours Access is available at our Hornsea surgery.  Opening times at our Branch Site remain unchanged. 

Protected Time for Learning 

The surgery will be closed for training from 12 noon on the following dates:

• Wednesday 19th June 2024
• Thursday 17th October 2024
• Tuesday 19th November 2024
• Thursday 13th March 2025

If you need medical assistance which cannot wait until we re-open, please call 111. Calls to the NHS111 service are free from both landlines and mobiles.

If you have a life-threatening medical emergency, please call 999