The blood bottle situation is better now but we facing a huge back log of appointments. This is mainly affecting routine blood test requests. This should hopefully ease off in the coming weeks
Annual Flu vaccinations
Following the success of last year’s drive-thru flu clinics and the current COVID-19 vaccination programme at Lakeside, Surrey Heath GP practices are working on a plan to effectively deliver this year’s seasonal flu vaccine.
The flu vaccination clinic is being held at Lakeside Country Club this year (2021/22)
For those eligible to receive the seasonal flu vaccine (in line with national eligibility criteria) we will be in touch to book your appointment. You will receive an invitation from the practice very shortly
More information will be provided soon to enable all those eligible to receive their flu vaccination. To find out if you are eligible for the free flu vaccination click here.
COVID VACCINATION PROOF / COVID 'passport' requests
We are unable to offer you certification of your Covid-19 vaccination, a vaccination passport or a letter to prove you have been vaccinated against Covid-19.
These documents have not yet been developed and as such cannot be provided by your GP. As soon as we have further information on when and how these will be available, we will share it with you.
In the meantime, please do not contact us to request evidence as we do not have the capacity to support these requests.
If you wish to have proof of vaccine status you will need to download the NHS UK app on a smartphone (link below) or desktop PC. If you do not have access to a smartphone, you can also access your information, once registered, via web browser.
https://www.nhsapp.service.nhs.uk/login
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE INTERNET, YOU CAN USE THE FREE INTERNET/ WI-FI ACCESS AVAILABLE AT THE LOCAL LIBRARY TO DOWNLOAD / PRINT THE INFORMATION NEEDED
COVID clinic transport options
The SHBC team have confirmed that they are able to offer transport Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5:00pm, and on Saturdays if required. Transport can be arranged by calling 01932 425050 and will be provided free of charge.
The COVID-19 recovery service has been launched, The recovery services hosts information from rehabilitation experts about how to manage ongoing symptoms and health needs at home, and on returning to work. It also signposts other useful places to get support and contains a helpful section for family, friends and carers of those who are recovering.
Mental health help and alternatives to A&E during the outbreak:
Mental health help