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Summer Clinics for Catch-Up Childhood Vaccinations
If you think your child has missed any of their school age vaccinations (HPV, Meningitis ACWY, Diptheria, Polio, Tetanus and/or MMR) you can contact the Childhood Immunisations Team on 01423 553115 or email hdft.childhood.immunisations@nhs.net to book an appointment at a summer clinic being run by the team. Please click here for a list of available clinics.
Covid Autumn Booster Vaccinations
Autumn booster vaccinations will be offered to all patients aged 50 and over and all patients at risk of complications from covid infection. We are planning clinics in October to offer patients the covid booster along with the seasonal flu vaccination again this year, and will be contacting all eligible patients in September to offer the vaccine. We have already placed our order for the seasonal flu vaccinations for all eligible patients, so please do support your GP surgery and have your vaccinations with us again this year.
Job opportunity: Learning Disabilities care coordinator
North Riding Primary Care Network - this surgery, Derwent, Ayton & Snainton, and Sherburn & Rillington - are recruiting for a Learning Disabilities Care Coordinator. You'd be working from our four medical practices. More details here:
https://uk.indeed.com/job/learning-disabilities-care-co-ordinator-d00710e9fe50570a
Staff Absence
We are currently experiencing a high level of staff absence and would be grateful for your patience when you ring the surgery. If possible please re-order prescriptions and contact us for routine matters via the website or using the NHS app on your phone. Please always call the surgery directly for urgent matters.
Keeping safe in the heat
We all love the sun, but babies and young children can be very vulnerable to sunburn and heatstroke. There are some tips here on keeping them safe.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/baby/first-aid-and-safety/safety/safety-in-the-sun/
Everyone can be vulnerable to heatstroke, so it's important to keep well hydrated, wear a hat, and stay in the shade as much as possible. The NHS has tips on keeping safe and on what to do if think you or someone you know has heatstroke.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-exhaustion-heatstroke/
Young people and health appointments
The Royal College of Paediatric & Child Health has advice for young people attending health appointments.
https://www.rcpch.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2022-05/2022%20Health%20Appointments%20Young%20People.pdf
Out-of-hours palliative care
Saint Catherine's hospice is now offering out-of-hours palliative care advice and information (Palcall). Patients and carers can speak to a nurse for advice and support on the telephone. Palcall is available only when the GP surgery is closed, including bank holidays and weekends. The number is 01723 354506.
Extended Access in our practice survey
Extended access is provided by a group of GP practices, (primary care network) over and above the core 8am-6pm contract. We are undertaking a patient survey, to ensure this meets the needs of our patients. The service is due to be provided from 1st October 2022.
Loneliness Awareness Week
Lots of people are lonely, and this week is loneliness awareness week. If you know someone who's lonely, there are some great tips in this video to help you help them. https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/lifes-challenges/loneliness/
Next Steps Ryedale resource centre
Next Steps Ryedale offers support to people in Ryedale with mental health issues or suffering from isolation & loneliness. The community cafe & hub in Norton is open 8-3 Monday-Friday, and a group meets at Kirbymoorside on Wednesday 9-12, and at Pickering on Thursday 9-3.30. For more information https://www.nextstepsryedale.co.uk/
Shingles Vaccinations
If you are aged 70-79 you are eligible for a shingles vaccination if you have not already received one, and there is now a non-live vaccine available for patients who were previously not able to receive the live vaccine. We will be inviting eligible patients over the next few months to book an appointment, but if you are eligible and would like the vaccine now then please contact the surgery to book an appointment. More information about the shingles vaccine can be found here.
Carers Plus Yorkshire
Carers Plus Yorkshire offers independent advice and support to unpaid family carers. Information about financial support, emotional support, and self-care can be found in the 'knowledge locker' https://www.carersplus.net/knowledge-locker/over-18s
Are you a Military Veteran?
If you have served in HM Armed Forces please let us know so we can add this to your record. This will help us to help you access the right care.
Wearing of masks in GP surgeries/hospitals
Although some restrictions have been eased in the 'living with covid' plan, all patients, staff, and visitors are still required to wear masks (unless exempt) when attending the GP surgery, or when attending or visiting any health-care settings, including hospitals and care homes. Unless you are exempt, you must still wear a mask before coming into either of our surgeries.
Social Media
We are now on Twitter @AmpleforthGP and on Instagram @AmpleforthSurgery
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer in men, but most men don't have early symptoms.
You can find out more and check your risk using this link https://prostatecanceruk.org/risk-checker
Self Care for Patients
Prescribing of over the counter medications is changing, click here for more information.
Please also click here for self care information for minor ailments, and here for information about what you can keep at home to be prepared for common health problems.
Dementia Forward
Dementia Forward is a local charity supporting people affected by dementia across North Yorkshire. Please click here for more information and resources.
Job Vacancies
There are currently no vacancies.
Physiotherapy Self Referrals
Please click here for information about how to make a self referral to physiotherapy.
Mental Health Support
TEWV have launched a freephone crisis line for those in mental distress. In a mental health emergency call 0800 0516 171 for your local crisis service.
Advice and information on what to do in a mental health crisis is available here: www.tewv.nhs.uk/crisisadvice.
For more information about this new service for young people and parents please visit the website above or click here.
Medication Ordering
Please allow a minimum of 5 working days to order your medication. We are experiencing delays in medication stock delivery from our wholesalers.
Extended Access Service
Ampleforth & Hovingham Surgeries work alongside other GP Practices in Ryedale to provide services 7 days per week. Click here for more information about booking appointments.
Patient Forum
More Information about the Patient Forum
Access
Ampleforth Surgery has ramp access from the car park at the front of the surgery. Hovingham Surgery offers parking right outside the door on a flat surface which you may find easier.
If you require assistance please ring before visiting the surgery and we will be waiting to help.
(Site updated 17/08/2022)