Weekly Appointments
Last week South Wight Medical Practice carried out…..
COVID-19 Booster Bus
Between Thursday 2 December and Sunday 5 December those who are eligible for a booster jab from cohorts 1-10 (anyone aged 40 and over) who received their second dose six months ago, will be able to walk in and get their booster at the following locations and timings: Thursday 2 December Sandown Fire Station, 4-5…
FLU VACCINE CLINIC for Over 65’s
If you are over 65 years of age and registered with South Wight Medical Practice, please contact the surgery on 01983 730257 to book your flu vaccination at Niton on Saturday 25th September.
Flu Vaccine Update 2021
Flu Vaccine Update 2021 There is a nationwide delay to delivering the flu vaccine this year – this is affecting all surgeries in the country and is out of our control. As soon as we are able to, the surgery will be in touch with patients to book them in for their flu…
Blood Tests
There is currently an international shortage of blood bottles used for taking samples and clinicians working in GP practices, hospitals, community and mental health trusts and ambulance trusts have been asked to suspend non-essential blood tests. Our clinicians and managers in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are working together to be more efficient. We will…
Hands Face Space
You may have seen that on Monday 19 July, coronavirus restrictions were eased in England. However, Public Health England’s infection prevention control guidelines and hospital visiting guidance are set to remain in place for all staff and visitors in healthcare settings, GP practices, hospitals, dental practices, optometrists and pharmacies to ensure patients and staff are…
We are here to help
It is fantastic that lockdown measures are easing, and we are all more able to meet up with friends and family. However, the safety of our patients is still our priority, and we need to continue to take more precautions than shops, pubs and schools etc. due to some patients being more vulnerable than others.…
Update regarding the South COVID-19 Vaccination Site
From the end of May the South Vaccination Site (The Bay Medical Practice, Shanklin Site) will no longer be delivering COVID-19 vaccinations from the Bay Medical Practice. You will still have access to the vaccination programme and will be offered a vaccine or have the opportunity to book a vaccination when your time comes. If…
Covid Vaccination Update
We are all delighted by how well the Covid vaccination programme is going and we look forward to this improving the quality of life for all of us as the Roadmap Out of Lockdown begins. If you are 50 or over please do book an appointment for your vaccine as soon as you can: Phone…
Flu clinic dates for 2020
We are at our capacity for flu Vaccines, we are no longer taking appointments for anyone over the age of 65. Over 65’s Appointment only Monday 5th October – all day in Niton Godshill & Brighstone Monday 12th October – all day in Niton Godshill & Brighstone Monday 19th October – PM in Niton Godshill…
Flu Vaccination Timings
Please note that, if you are aged between 50 and 64 and not in a clinical at risk group, the earliest you will be offered a flu vaccination is November, providing there is sufficient vaccine. No appointments will be offered for people in this age group until then. This is to ensure that those who…
Flu Clinics 2019
Niton Surgery drop in clinic Thursday 26th September 9am – 1pm Tuesday 8th October 5pm – 6pm Brighstone Surgery drop in clinic Monday 30th September 9am – 1pm Friday 4th October 5pm – 6pm Godshill Surgery drop in clinic Wednesday 2nd October 9am – 1pm Wednesday 9th October 5pm – 6pm
Heat Health Alert
Hot and humid conditions for our region through the week, with warm nights. High temperatures persisting through into Friday when it will become slowly fresher. Easy Read version of: The Heatwave Plan for England: To protect the health of people from the effects of hot weather
New Check In Screens
Our check in screens are now installed and available for patients to use, there is a slight delay at Niton but this should be resolved very soon. Please use the screens to also feedback on how we did today via our FFT.
