For the latest information on COVID-19 please visit Dorset CCG’s vaccine information page: www.dorsetccg.nhs.uk/vaccinations/, if you feel you may have coronavirus symptoms please call 119 for advice.

For update to date goverment guidance on coronavirus visit gov.uk.

If you think you might have coronavirus or you’ve been in close contact with someone who has it visit NHS 111 online coronavirus service for advice.

We regret that in these exceptional circumstances the practice is currently unable to write any letters for patients who are making a holiday refund insurance claim.

This service is non contractual and as such we are under no obligation to offer this. We hope you will understand that the GPs need to focus upon the clinical needs of their patients at this difficult time.

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) now advises British people against all non-essential travel worldwide.

As such, insurance claims can be requested on this basis. Full details can be read at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/travel-advice-novel-coronavirus

Guidance on shielding and protecting extremely vulnerable people

How to get support for extremely critical vulnerable person

Advice for people at higher risk – those who are 70 or older, are pregnant or have a condition that increases the risks from coronavirus.

Pregnancy advice

COVID-19 means we are all experiencing an unprecedented situation. Everyone reacts differently, and we will have periods where we find it more difficult to deal with. It’s okay not to feel okay. Talking to someone can often help.

Visit NHS Every Mind Matters for advice, practice advice and support groups.

If you cannot wait to see a doctor and feel unable to cope or keep yourself safe, it’s important to get support.

Macmillan – Cancer & Covid-19

Asthma UK – What to do if you have asthma

Blood Cancer UK – Information for people affected by blood cancer

Diabetes UK – Coronavirus & Diabetes

Kidney Care UK – Guidance for patients with chronic kidney disease

When attending the surgery, we kindly ask that you wear your own face covering/mask at all times unless requested to remove it by your GP or nurse. The exceptions to this are children under the age of 11, those with disabilities, those with breathing difficulties or those who are travelling with someone who relies on lip reading.  You are also advised to use your own toilet and wash your hands before coming to the surgery to reduce contact within the building.  Thank you.

Please use when we are closed  https://111.nhs.uk/

Other details? The full document which is easy to read includes details on vulnerable people, pets, children, as well as advice on breastfeeding and many other aspects. Read it from the beginning here: https://www.gov.uk/…/stay-at-home-guidance-for-households-w…