• LONG COVID

Have you or someone you know been affected by COVID-19?

Have you been left with some long-term effects?

Covid 19 has affected us all over the last 12 months and the results of that impact will be with us for some time to come. We are only just beginning to understand some of the long-term implications it can have on the physical and mental wellbeing of survivors. In Warwickshire we know that talking to others who have had similar experiences is essential for growth and recovery. COVID-19 Survivors Group will be molded by its members, through your voices and opinions.

If you or someone you know would be interested in joining a support group, please get in touch at longcovidsupport@brunswickhlc.org.uk

01926 422123 (lines open 10am-2pm)

• COVID VACCINATION CENTRE 

Thank you to all the local volunteers who have been manning Locke House. The team have seen a lot of familiar faces and without your dedication, Rugby would not be in the strong position it currently finds itself. The community spirit has been extraordinary.

 Thank you to everyone for their continued patience, understanding and politeness with our Reception and Practice team. We strive to ensure the practice remains as accessible as possible whilst maintaining a Covid secure environment.

•  '3 BEFORE GP'

Before booking a GP appointment can you 1. Self Care? 2. Use trusted online services like www.nhs.uk for advice? 3. Get advice from a pharmacist - they are highly skilled professionals who can offer valuable advice. For other useful information that ties in with 'Self Care Week' visit www.bma.org.uk/about-us/patient-information/self-care

• CERVICAL SCREENING AWARENESS CAMPAIGN  

Smear tests can stop cancer before it starts - don't forget to book in with Reception if you are due. If you are nervous or have some questions our Nurse will be happy to talk to you or you can have a look at https://www.jostrust.org.uk/information/cervical-screening for more information.

• THE SURGERY REMAINS OPEN

Brookside Surgery remains open – if you feel you need to talk to a doctor / nurse / pharmacist then please contact the reception team and they will signpost you appropriately. Whilst we are working differently, we are speaking to more patients than ever before.

  ONLINE ACCESS  

If you would like to make appointments, order repeat prescriptions and view part of your medical record online then please ask reception for a form to complete and bring a form of photo ID with you (either a driving licence, bus pass or passport). Order your prescription from your warm home rather than coming out in the cold!

• STAFF TRAINING

The Surgery will be closed on Wednesday 23rd June 1pm - 6.30pm for Staff Training. We will reopen as normal on Thursday 24th June at 8.30 am. If your problem is urgent and cannot wait please call 111 or 999 depending on the urgency. Please can patients also remember to plan their medication collections accordingly this week so they dont run out of their prescriptions.  

• STAFFING

We are pleased to have a Practice Pharmacist, Anjali Sonpal, join the team. Anjali will be helping ensure the practice prescribes safely and effectively and is available to answer medication related queries.

•  EXTENDED HOURS SERVICE  

We are pleased to be able to offer routine GP appointments between 6.30 – 9.30 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening.  This service is staffed by GPs from the Coventry and Rugby GP Alliance (CRGPA) Extended Access Team and can be booked through calling the surgery on 024 7654 2525.

• PATIENT REFERENCE GROUP

 We have an active patient group and the group welcomes all patients.

Updated 9th June 2021

DISPENSARY OPENING HOURS 

        Our practice now offers a wide range of services through our website,  such as ordering repeat prescriptions and booking/cancelling appointments. Register to gain access.