REDUCED CAPACITY W/C 22/07/2024
Due to staff sickness, we have limited amount of GP Appointments this week. This means we are asking patients to consider using alternative options such as visiting your local pharmacy as they are able to support with many health concerns. Pharmacies are able to prescribe medications, much like our
With reduced capacity it may mean you will have longer wait times for your appointment and may not be your normal clinician.
Patient News
Patients who are aged between 75-79 years old will soon receive a letter inviting them for the RSV vaccine.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an enveloped RNA virus, in the same family as the human parainfluenza viruses and mumps and measles viruses. RSV is one of the common viruses that cause coughs and colds in winter. RSV is transmitted by large droplets and by secretions from contact with an infected person.
Infants under one year of age and the elderly are at the greatest risk of developing severe disease. While most RSV infections usually cause mild illness, infants aged less than 6 months frequently develop the most severe disease such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia, which may result in hospitalisation.
From 1 September 2024, 2 new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programmes will be introduced:
Programme for older adults aged 75 to 79 years old
All adults turning 75 years old on or after 1 September 2024 will be eligible for the routine programme and should be offered a single dose of the RSV vaccine. A one-off catch-up campaign for those already aged 75 to 79 years old on 1 September 2024 will be undertaken at the earliest opportunity.
Patients who are aged between 75-79 years old will soon receive a letter inviting them for the RSV vaccine.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an enveloped RNA virus, in the same family as the human parainfluenza viruses and mumps and measles viruses. RSV is one of the common viruses that cause coughs and colds in winter. RSV is transmitted by large droplets and by secretions from contact with an infected person.
Infants under one year of age and the elderly are at the greatest risk of developing severe disease. While most RSV infections usually cause mild illness, infants aged less than 6 months frequently develop the most severe disease such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia, which may result in hospitalisation.
From 1 September 2024, 2 new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programmes will be introduced:
Programme for older adults aged 75 to 79 years old
All adults turning 75 years old on or after 1 September 2024 will be eligible for the routine programme and should be offered a single dose of the RSV vaccine. A one-off catch-up campaign for those already aged 75 to 79 years old on 1 September 2024 will be undertaken at the earliest opportunity.
From the 1st August 2024, we will be increasing the cost of our NON NHS FEES work inline with other practices.
You can find the updated costings here https://homewellpractice.co.uk/docs/J82196/Nonnhs%20fees.docx
From the 1st August 2024, we will be increasing the cost of our NON NHS FEES work inline with other practices.
You can find the updated costings here https://homewellpractice.co.uk/docs/J82196/Nonnhs%20fees.docx
NHS APP SUPPORT DROP IN SESSION
Bring in your smartphone and get support
from our team
- Registering with the NHS app
- Basic app functions
Friday 9th August 2024
10:30am - 12:30pm
Homewell Practice Waiting Room
(Homewell Practice Patients Only)
NHS APP SUPPORT DROP IN SESSION
Bring in your smartphone and get support
from our team
- Registering with the NHS app
- Basic app functions
Friday 9th August 2024
10:30am - 12:30pm
Homewell Practice Waiting Room
(Homewell Practice Patients Only)
Mental Health Awareness Week - Mind
Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 13 to 19 May 2024.
For Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, we’re launching #NoMindLeftBehind. We’re calling on you to raise awareness and vital funds for a future where everyone can get quality mental health care when they need it.
No mind left behind
Every year, 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem.
But too many of us aren’t getting the help we need.
Over 2 million people are waiting for NHS mental health services, and since 2017 the number of young people struggling with their mental health has nearly doubled.
People tell us they feel overwhelmed and hopeless. They need support right now. With your help we can build a better future, where mental health is handled right.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 - Mind
Mental Health Awareness Week - Mind
Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 13 to 19 May 2024.
For Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, we’re launching #NoMindLeftBehind. We’re calling on you to raise awareness and vital funds for a future where everyone can get quality mental health care when they need it.
No mind left behind
Every year, 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem.
But too many of us aren’t getting the help we need.
Over 2 million people are waiting for NHS mental health services, and since 2017 the number of young people struggling with their mental health has nearly doubled.
People tell us they feel overwhelmed and hopeless. They need support right now. With your help we can build a better future, where mental health is handled right.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 - Mind
Dear Patients,
We are saddened to inform you that Dr Emma Bowley unexpectedly passed away on the morning of Tuesday 30th January 2024.
Dr Bowley was a much-loved doctor and a hugely valued colleague, and she always went out of her way to support patients and staff.
Our staff have been informed, so please be respectful at this very sad time.
Dr Bowley has been a dedicated GP at Homewell Practice for the last 30 years and she will be greatly missed by both staff and patients at the surgery.
The surgery remains open. You can contact us in the normal way.
If you would like to pass on your personal condolences to Dr Bowley’s family please email them to alisha.mayaki@nhs.net or you can sign our book of condolences or leave a card at reception which we can pass on.
Dr Dominic Davis and Sarah Harrison
Partners of the Homewell Practice
Dear Patients,
We are saddened to inform you that Dr Emma Bowley unexpectedly passed away on the morning of Tuesday 30th January 2024.
Dr Bowley was a much-loved doctor and a hugely valued colleague, and she always went out of her way to support patients and staff.
Our staff have been informed, so please be respectful at this very sad time.
Dr Bowley has been a dedicated GP at Homewell Practice for the last 30 years and she will be greatly missed by both staff and patients at the surgery.
The surgery remains open. You can contact us in the normal way.
If you would like to pass on your personal condolences to Dr Bowley’s family please email them to alisha.mayaki@nhs.net or you can sign our book of condolences or leave a card at reception which we can pass on.
Dr Dominic Davis and Sarah Harrison
Partners of the Homewell Practice
Anima is an online consultation platform that allows you to submit requests to your GP practice. Using Anima, you will be able to submit requests tailored to whatever medical problem or admin request you have. Anima will ask you all the same questions that a doctor or someone else at your GP practice would usually ask, meaning they will have all the information they need to help you and make a decision about next steps. Anima is able to help your GP manage health consultations, administrative tasks, send communication, all from one platform.
It's important to know that Anima is not an AI doctor: Anima does not make diagnoses, and Anima doesn't decide what should happen next. It is still your GP practice that decides on the most appropriate care for you.
All requests that you submit through Anima are sent to your GP practice, and a member of staff at your GP practice will be the one who reviews your request and decides what should happen next. Anima just makes the process quicker and more convenient for both you and your GP practice!
Anima Help Videos
- How to create your account - https://youtu.be/293KkkYtvfA
- How to submit a request - https://youtu.be/5qnA8mFFh2A
- What happens next with my request? - https://youtu.be/A20J_r766UQ
- Appointments in Anima - https://youtu.be/M9lC2nkK_iA
Anima is an online consultation platform that allows you to submit requests to your GP practice. Using Anima, you will be able to submit requests tailored to whatever medical problem or admin request you have. Anima will ask you all the same questions that a doctor or someone else at your GP practice would usually ask, meaning they will have all the information they need to help you and make a decision about next steps. Anima is able to help your GP manage health consultations, administrative tasks, send communication, all from one platform.
It's important to know that Anima is not an AI doctor: Anima does not make diagnoses, and Anima doesn't decide what should happen next. It is still your GP practice that decides on the most appropriate care for you.
All requests that you submit through Anima are sent to your GP practice, and a member of staff at your GP practice will be the one who reviews your request and decides what should happen next. Anima just makes the process quicker and more convenient for both you and your GP practice!
Anima Help Videos
- How to create your account - https://youtu.be/293KkkYtvfA
- How to submit a request - https://youtu.be/5qnA8mFFh2A
- What happens next with my request? - https://youtu.be/A20J_r766UQ
- Appointments in Anima - https://youtu.be/M9lC2nkK_iA