Noticeboard

EXTRA FLU & COVID VACCINATION CLINIC ON THURSDAY 7th DECEMBER: go online, use NHSApp or call us to book in.

IMPORTANT: The surgery CLOSES at 6pm every evening. There will be access for patients with pre-booked evening appointments as part of our Enhanced Access commitment.

The Dispensary is open between 9am & 5pm only, please collect your medication within these hours. if this is a problem please contact us to make a prior arrangement .

SICKNOTES: You can self-certificate for 7 days, if you need a note following 7 days and it is a problem that has been dealt with by the Doctor or hospital then please use the Contact us online request below.

If you are ringing for an appointment with the Doctor about any symptoms that could be attributed to Covid 19, you will be asked by our Receptionists if you have undertaken a Lateral Flow Test and they will advise you to do a test before arranging an appointment.

Coronavirus guidance Do not attend the Surgery if you have any possible symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) the most common of which are a recent onset of a new continuous cough and/or high temperature, even if you have an appointment. Click this link https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19 for further information

If you have a respiratory problem and book a face to face appointment with a Doctor or Nurse, please wear a face covering when you attend the appointment. Thank you

If you request a Doctors appointment, we have asked our receptionists to ask about the reason for your call so they can book you an appointment with the most appropriate Health Professional and you will be offered either a telephone or face to face appointment. Do not attend the surgery unless you have an appointment arranged.

You can continue to collect medication (please do not order too early) from the surgery but we are relying on our patients to self-isolate and not attend the surgery if they have any cough/breathing/respiratory symptoms, fever or flu/cold like symptoms. If you have any of these symptoms please ask someone else to attend the surgery if you have any medication to collect.

ONLINE MEDICATION ORDERING If you wish to write a message to dispensary when you order medication, please write it in the box on the second page, beneath the list of medication you have ordered, not the first page (as this deletes the list of medication you want). Thank you

Medication reviews. In future on your repeat prescription list, if there is a message in bold print, please take note of it as it will be a message for you personally. (The automatic message has been removed). We are reviewing how medication reviews are carried out and you may note your review date may have been changed.

This service is for non-urgent contact only.

Response times are 48 hours (working days only - for Thursday expect response by Monday, for Friday expect response by Tuesday). Please use Systm1 Online for medication requests, or hand in at reception.

WHEN WE ARE CLOSED

Please call 111 or use https://111.nhs.uk/ for urgent medical advice and direction.

For less urgent medical concerns please visit a pharmacy. To find a pharmacy near you click HERE

Always call 999 in a life-threatening emergency. Check when to call 999 HERE or call 111 to be advised, if you are unsure.

Urgent Mental Health support is also available via:

Samaritans 116 123 (free from mobile or landline)
SHOUT - 24/7 text service - (Text Shout to 85258)
SANE 4.30pm-10.30pm - 0300 304 7000
Papyrus - for young adults 0800 068 4141
Campaign against living miserably (CALM) for men – 0800 58 58 58
Childline – 0800 1111

MENTAL HEALTH CONNECT CORNWALL: 0800 038 5300

DEVON FIRST RESPONSE: 0808 196 8708

Bradworthy Surgery

Hello and welcome to our website. We’ve packed it full of useful information in a very easy to use format with the added benefit of several online functions. If you’re new to the area, have a look at our opening times, download a registration form and come and see us.

To find out what's happening at the moment, have a look at our current newsletters: Vaccination Special for September and the latest Autumn newsletter.

The team are here to provide all patients with a professional and caring healthcare experience in friendly and personal surroundings. With discretion and confidentiality guaranteed your welfare is safe, secure and in good hands.

BUILDING WORKS AHEAD! - ADVANCED NOTICE

Apologies in advance for any slight disruption in the building during the autumn and winter months, whilst a few surgery improvements are in progress. These have been made necessary to accommodate the increased demand on services and will include an additional consultation room. Looking forward to having Bradworthy Surgery at its best for you ASAP!