DISPENSARY OPENING HOURS 

• COVID VACCINATIONS UPDATE

Or alternatively go online to www.nhs.uk or call 119 to book your appointment. Visit www.happyhealthylives.uk/vaccinationdrop-ins to see all the places you can go for a walk-in appointment.”

• 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)

•  '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

Wednesday 26th January - The surgery will be closed between 2pm-5pm. If your issue is urgent the phonelines will be covered however please bear the closure in mind when arranging to collect medication.

• STAFFING

We are pleased to be welcoming back Dr Nick Tyrrell as a Salaried GP. Nick used to work here when he was a GP Registrar and has locumed for us when he qualified ever since when we have needed cover. We welcome him into a more permanent role in the Brookside Team.

We are also excited to welcome another GP Registrar in February - Dr Jess Slinn who will be finishing the final part of her training here at the surgery.

•   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 14th January 2022