nhs - Forum - Alexandra Park Neighbours2024-03-29T05:13:06Zhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/feed/tag/nhsWalk-in COVID vaccine clinic at Hornsey Central Health Centrehttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/walk-in-covid-vaccine-clinic-at-hornsey-central-health-centre2021-07-29T10:22:51.000Z2021-07-29T10:22:51.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>Residents can walk in and get their COVID-19 jab at the Hornsey Central Health Centre, 151 Park Road London N8 8JD from 8:00am – 6:00pm every day.</p><p>The clinic offers the Pfizer vaccine only (first and second doses). Second doses need to be a minimum of 8 weeks from the first.</p><p>No appointment necessary, you can just walk-in during the opening times.</p><p>COVID-19 remains a real threat, despite restrictions changing, so it is still important that you get your jab, if you haven’t already. The vaccine is safe and effective and offers the best protection against the virus, including against emerging variants.</p><p>So don’t delay – get protected today.</p><p>Everyone is entitled to get vaccinated, regardless of your immigration status and whether you are registered with a GP.</p><p>For more information about the vaccine, please <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/book-coronavirus-vaccination/">visit the NHS website</a>.</p><p><strong>Please do not attend this clinic if you have COVID-19 symptoms or tested positive for COVID-19.</strong></p></div>Join the protest 8pm TONIGHT - give the 1% pay offer a slow claphttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/join-the-protest-8pm-tonight-give-the-1-pay-offer-a-slow-clap2021-03-11T12:06:11.000Z2021-03-11T12:06:11.000ZSusie Holdenhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/SusieHolden<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8655655275,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8655655275,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" width="710" alt="8655655275?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p></div>Thanking your doctor and GP Practicehttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/thanking-your-doctor-and-gp-practice2021-02-20T10:53:59.000Z2021-02-20T10:53:59.000ZSusie Holdenhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/SusieHolden<div><p><span class="text-fragment"> </span>A doctor at the Bounds Green Group Practice recently asked a neighbour if she would write a review for them. We know everyone working at the NHS is flat out at the moment and while we can't given them a pay rise we can offer some kind and appreciative words of support officially. The practice has given us amazing service recently and they are vaccinating their patients as fast as they can. If you'd like to review too here is the link (you can do the same for any GPs practice.) </p>
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</div></div>Haringey and Covid-19: looking forward at local health and care serviceshttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/haringey-and-covid-19-looking-forward-at-local-health-and-care-se2020-11-03T14:13:52.000Z2020-11-03T14:13:52.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p><strong>Haringey and Covid-19: looking forward at local health and care services</strong> – public meeting</p><ul><li><strong>Date:</strong> Thursday 19 November 2020</li><li><strong>Time:</strong> 3:30pm – 5:00pm</li><li><strong>Organiser:</strong> North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group</li></ul><p><a href="https://northcentrallondonccg.nhs.uk/">North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group</a> is an NHS organisation responsible for planning and developing health services for Haringey residents.</p><p>Come and join us at a virtual public meeting which will focus on how we can all work together – health, voluntary and community sector, Haringey Council, Healthwatch and local residents – to ensure we are developing the right health and care services for residents in Haringey during the pandemic and beyond.</p><p>You’ll have a chance to share your ideas and experiences with local GPs and representatives from the CCG, Council and voluntary sector on various services, including primary care, mental health, care homes and hospital services.</p><p>You’ll be able to ask us questions about the work we do too.</p><p>This meeting will be held online, to comply with current national guidance in place to tackle the spread of Covid-19. You will also have the option to join this meeting by telephone.</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/haringey-and-covid-19-looking-forward-at-local-health-and-care-services-tickets-126551185001">Register for the event here</a> or contact us on <a href="mailto:noorie@bridgerenewaltrust.org.uk/">noorie@bridgerenewaltrust.org.uk/</a> 07711424047 for more information.</p><p>A British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter will be at the event. Please do let us know if you have additional access needs when you register.</p></div>Stay well this winterhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/stay-well-this-winter-22020-10-29T15:08:15.000Z2020-10-29T15:08:15.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>Winter conditions can be bad for our health. There are several things you can do, however, to keep you and your family well this winter.</p><p><strong>Protect yourself from coronavirus</strong></p><p>Wearing a mask, social distancing and washing your hands regularly can help protect you against coronavirus (COVID-19). If you have any of the main symptoms of coronavirus, such as a high temperature, new, continuous cough or a change to your sense of taste or smell, it’s important you get tested as soon as possible. You can apply for a test by calling 119 or online via <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19">www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19</a></p><p><strong>Get your flu jab</strong></p><p><strong><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iZVuzUtvRl8?wmode=opaque" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></strong></p><p>Helping to protect against flu is particularly important with COVID-19 in circulation because people vulnerable to COVID-19 are also at risk of complications from flu. If you’re aged 65 or over, or if you have a long-term health condition you should have the flu jab. If you have young children or are the main carer of an older or disabled person you may also be eligible for a free flu jab. It’s safe and the best way to stay protected from the flu virus.</p><p>Children can receive their vaccination as a nasal spray. Pre-school children can be vaccinated at their GP practice. Children from reception to year 7 will be vaccinated at school. Parents will need to complete a consent form for the jab to be given.</p><p>Adults can get the vaccine via their GP or at many local pharmacies. Find out more: <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/staywell">www.nhs.uk/staywell</a></p><p><strong>See a pharmacist early</strong></p><p>Pharmacists can give advice and treatment for a range of minor illnesses. The sooner you get advice the better. Don’t wait until it gets more serious. Find your nearest pharmacy: <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/">www.nhs.uk</a> / 0300 311 22 33.</p><p><strong>Evening and weekend appointments with a GP or Nurse</strong></p><p>If you are feeling unwell, and it’s not coronavirus symptoms, you can get advice from your GP practice or book an evening or weekend appointment at one of Haringey’s primary care hubs. Appointments will take place over the phone, with face-to-face appointments offered where necessary.</p><p>Appointments are available:</p><ul><li>6:30pm-8:30pm on weekdays</li><li>8:00am-8:00pm at the weekend</li></ul><p>To make an appointment, you can call your own GP practice during normal business hours or call 0330 053 9499 during the hub opening hours. The hubs are also open on public holidays.</p><p><strong>NHS 111</strong></p><p>If you do need help when your GP surgery or pharmacy is closed, dial 111. NHS 111 provides medical advice and can direct you to the right service for your needs. It is free to call and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.</p><p>The NHS website also has lots of handy tips that can help you and your family stay well during the cold season. Find out more: <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/winterhealth">www.nhs.uk/winterhealth</a></p></div>NHS 72nd Birthdayhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/nhs-72nd-birthday2020-07-07T19:07:26.000Z2020-07-07T19:07:26.000ZAlex Kinghttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/AlexKing<div><p>On Sunday afternoon there was a little happy birthday gathering for the NHS's 72nd anniversary on the Palace Gates/Crescent Road triangle. Gordon Peters, who is chair of the Haringey Over 50s Forum (and lives up the road) talked a bit about the 1948 National Assistance Act - same age as the NHS - which created an obligation to provide housing and care for all who couldn't adequately provide for themselves, especially the old and people with disabilites: but though the intention to make these two sides of Health and Social Care fit together was there, a system which really marries the two up is still not properly available, as the dreadful effects of Covid in care homes has shown.</p>
<p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}6680411476,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}6680411476,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" width="710" alt="6680411476?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p></div>Big applause for the NHS on 26 March at 8pmhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/big-applause-for-the-nhs-on-26-march-at-8pm2020-03-21T16:49:54.000Z2020-03-21T16:49:54.000ZSusie Holdenhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/SusieHolden<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}4181047692,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}4181047692,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" width="710" alt="4181047692?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p></div>Have your say on local carers’ services!https://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/have-your-say-on-local-carers-services2020-02-07T13:34:31.000Z2020-02-07T13:34:31.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>Haringey Council, the NHS and other local organisations working together across Haringey are pleased to invite you to an inspiring event to help to improve services and deliver solutions for all carers. To do so, key partners are working together to develop a joint Carers’ Strategy for Haringey 2020.</p><p>Carers have a wealth of knowledge and skills that they have developed as a result of their lived experience. We have gathered information from recent carers’ surveys and want to use this event to learn more about your experiences and ideas.</p><p>This event will be a fantastic opportunity for carers, practitioners and community groups to come together to see what’s happened so far and start to work together to develop solutions.</p><ul><li><strong>Date: </strong>Wednesday 26<sup>th</sup> February 2020</li><li><strong>Time:</strong> Arrive from 10.30am for 11am start. Finish by 2pm</li><li><strong>Venue:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/bB5W96V5TPxk8mGz6" target="_blank">George Meehan House, 294 High Road, Wood Green, London N22 8YX</a></li></ul><p>To book your place, please email Val from Public Voice on <a href="mailto:val.chinaglia@publicvoice.london">val.chinaglia@publicvoice.london</a> or telephone 020 3196 1900</p><p>Lunch will be provided. Please do let us know if you have any accessibility needs.</p></div>Where to go if you need medical help over Christmas and New Yearhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/where-to-go-if-you-need-medical-help-over-christmas-and-new-year2019-12-19T14:20:02.000Z2019-12-19T14:20:02.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><div class="col-md-9 content-body"><div><p>Using the right health services is not only good for you, but helps the NHS as a whole by making sure resources are used in the right way.</p><p><strong>Pharmacy</strong><br />If you or someone you care for feels unwell over the Christmas and New Year period, you can visit one of the following pharmacies for advice on a range of minor illnesses and injuries such as: colds and flu, sexual health and contraception, sickness and diarrhoea, cuts and grazes, and general health advice.</p><p><a href="https://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/ccg-news/opening-times-for-haringey-pharmacies-over-christmas-and-new-year/15815">View opening hours for Haringey pharmacies open over Christmas and New Year here.</a></p><p><strong>NHS 111</strong><br />If you need medical advice fast but it’s not life threatening then call NHS 111 and a fully trained adviser will be able to advise and suggest the best option for you.</p><p>Depending on the situation, the NHS 111 team can connect you to a nurse, emergency dentist or even a GP, and can arrange face-to-face appointments if they think you need one. NHS 111 advisers can also assess if you need an ambulance and send one immediately if necessary.</p><p>The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones. For more information, please click here.</p><p><strong>Self-care</strong><br />Self-care is the best choice to treat very minor illnesses and injuries. For colds and flu it is best to rest, keep warm, drink plenty of fluids and take painkillers such as paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin. <a href="https://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/Services/self-care.htm">Visit our self-care page here</a> for more advice.</p><p><strong>GP Services</strong><br />Haringey residents can now access evening and weekend appointments with a GP, nurse or healthcare assistant at one of our GP hubs in the borough.</p><p>GP hubs offer the same service as your usual GP and anyone registered with a GP in Haringey can book a future or same day appointment. Staffed by experienced GPs and nurses, the service offers assessment and treatment for adults and children with minor injuries and illnesses. The GP or other professional will have access to your medical record to ensure that you receive the best possible care and support.</p><p>GP practices will be open as usual apart from the bank holiday days - Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day.</p><p>On these three days GP Hub services will be available instead.</p><p><a href="https://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/Services/gp-hubs.htm">Find out more information about Haringey's GP hubs here</a>.</p><p><strong>Dental services</strong><br />Patients experiencing dental pain are advised to call NHS 111 who will direct your call to the appropriate service.</p><p><strong>NHS Services</strong><br />To find the service you need and book appointments online, you can also <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/">visit the NHS website</a>. Type in your postcode to find your nearest health services.</p><p><strong>Emergencies</strong><br />A&E is for life-threatening situations such as a heart attack or stroke and for the care of people who show the symptoms of serious illness or who are badly injured.</p><p>In a life-threatening emergency, always dial 999.</p></div></div></div>Need to see a GP in the evening or at the weekend? Ask for an appointment at one of Haringey’s GP hubs.https://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/Evening-Weekend-GP-Appointments2019-11-25T13:44:01.000Z2019-11-25T13:44:01.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>Haringey residents can access more evening and weekend appointments with a GP, nurse or healthcare assistant at one of four GP hubs in the borough.</p><p>Check out the new video below, produced by Haringey Clinical Commissioning Group, which provides more information about the service and how to book an appointment. </p><p><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4xUiEkiXxNU" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p><p>For more information on the service, you can also visit the <a href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/Services/gp-hubs.htm"><strong>Haringey CCG Website</strong></a>.</p><p>Feel free to share this video and spread the word!</p></div>Stay well this winterhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/stay-well-this-winter-12019-10-21T07:26:20.000Z2019-10-21T07:26:20.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>Cold weather can be seriously bad for our health. There are several things you can do, however, to keep you and your family well this winter. </p><p><strong>Get your flu jab</strong></p><p>The flu jab is free if you’re aged 65 or over, or if you have a long-term health condition. If you have young children or are the main carer of an older or disabled person you may also be eligible. It’s safe and the best way to stay protected from the flu virus.</p><p>Children can receive their vaccination as a nasal spray. Adults can get the vaccine via their GP or at many local pharmacies. Find out more: <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/staywell">www.nhs.uk/staywell</a></p><p><strong>See a pharmacist early</strong></p><p>At the first sign of winter illness, even if it’s just a cough or cold, get help from your pharmacist. Don’t wait until it gets more serious. The sooner you get advice the better. Find your nearest pharmacy: <a href="http://www.nhs.uk">www.nhs.uk</a> / 0300 311 22 33.</p><p><strong>Evening and weekend appointments with a GP or Nurse</strong></p><p>If you are feeling unwell, you can also book an appointment to see a GP or Nurse in the evening or on the weekend at one of <a href="https://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/Services/gp-hubs.htm" target="_blank">Haringey’s primary care hubs</a>.</p><p>Appointments are available:</p><ul><li>6:30pm-8:30pm on weekdays</li><li>8:00am-8:00pm at the weekend</li></ul><p>To make an appointment, you can call your own GP practice during normal business hours or call 0330 053 9499 during the hub opening hours. The hubs are also open on public holidays.</p><p><strong>NHS 111</strong></p><p>If you do need help when your GP surgery or pharmacy is closed, dial 111. NHS 111 provides medical advice and can direct you to the right service for your needs. It is free to call and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.</p><p>NHS Choices also has lots of handy tips that can help you and your family stay well during the cold season. Find out more: <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/winterhealth">www.nhs.uk/winterhealth</a></p></div>Working together to improve local health and care services – public meetinghttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/working-together-to-improve-local-health-and-care-services-public2019-09-26T12:31:27.000Z2019-09-26T12:31:27.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p><strong>Come along to Haringey Clinical Commissioning Group’s (CCG) public meeting which will focus on how we can all work together – health, voluntary and community sector, Haringey Council, Healthwatch and local residents – to improve health and care services in Haringey.</strong></p><p>We are holding a public meeting on <strong>Thursday 10 October 2019 at <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/sCXceFS7gMrpHYCG9" target="_blank">Tottenham Green Leisure Centre, 1 Philip Lane, London N15 4JA</a>, </strong><strong>where </strong>residents will have a chance to share ideas and experiences on how to improve local health and care services, meet local GPs and representatives from the Council and voluntary sector, plus ask us questions about the work we do.</p><p>There will be an <strong>afternoon session from 2:00pm - 4:00pm (refreshments from 1:30pm)</strong> and a <strong>repeat session in the evening from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (refreshments from 5:30pm).</strong></p><p>Everyone in Haringey is welcome! <a href="https://haringey-ccg-public-meeting.eventbrite.co.uk/">Register for your free ticket here.</a></p><p>The venue is accessible for all visitors but please do let us know if you have any special access needs. There will also be a BSL interpreter at the event.</p><p>For more information please contact us on <a href="mailto:harccg.comms@nhs.net">harccg.comms@nhs.net</a> or 020 3688 2729.</p><p>Haringey CCG is responsible for planning and buying healthcare services for Haringey residents. Visit <a href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk">www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk</a> for more information about the work we do.</p></div>Help Us, Help You - Pharmacy Advicehttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/help-us-help-you-pharmacy-advice2019-02-12T14:19:44.000Z2019-02-12T14:19:44.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>On Monday 4th February, NHS England launched a new campaign to raise awareness that community pharmacists are qualified healthcare professionals, who can offer clinical advice and over the counter medicines to effectively and safely manage a range of minor health concerns, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy troubles, aches and pains and many more.</p><p>As part of the ‘Help Us, Help You’ initiative, the campaign will highlight that local pharmacy teams offer a fast and convenient clinical service for minor health concerns with no appointment needed and use of a private consultation room should it be required.</p><p>If symptoms suggest it’s something more serious, pharmacists have the right clinical training to ensure people get the help they need immediately and can refer patients to a GP or A&E where necessary.</p><p>Don’t wait for minor health concerns to get worse – speak to your local pharmacy team to get advice right there and then.</p><p>Help us, help you, before it gets worse. Visit <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/pharmacyadvice" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.nhs.uk/pharmacyadvice</a> for more information.</p></div>Help shape your new community health centrehttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/help-shape-your-new-community-health-centre2018-07-24T07:31:15.000Z2018-07-24T07:31:15.000ZPublic Voicehttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/EamonnEngland<div><p class="p1"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="s1">A new community health centre run by</span> <strong>Arcadian Gardens Medical Centre</strong> <span class="s1">is planned, and is likely to open on Mayes Road N22 in 2020. </span></span></p><p class="p1"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="s1"><span class="s2"><strong>Healthwatch Haringey</strong> are setting up a</span> Arcadian Gardens patient consultation group o</span><span class="s1">n behalf of NHS Haringey, and you can be part of it.</span></span></p><p class="p1"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="s1"><strong>To get involved contact <span class="s2">Healthwatch Haringey</span>:</strong><br/></span> <span class="s1">020 8888 0579<br/></span> <a href="http://info@healthwatchharingey.org.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">info@healthwatchharingey.org.uk</a></span><br/></span></p><p class="p1"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><span class="s1"><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/51821903?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/51821903?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="710"/></a></span></span></p></div>GP and nurse appointments available for Haringey patients over the Easter holidayshttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/gp-and-nurse-appointments-available-for-haringey-patients-over-12018-03-16T15:06:44.000Z2018-03-16T15:06:44.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>Haringey residents can see a GP or nurse over the Easter holidays by making an appointment at one of our primary care hubs.</p><p>Appointments are available between 6:30pm – 8:30pm, Monday to Friday and 8:00am – 8:00pm on weekends and public holidays (e.g. Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday) for anyone registered with a GP in Haringey.</p><p><strong>To make an appointment, you can call your own GP practice during normal business hours or call 0330 053 9499 during the above hub opening hours.</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/ccg-news/gp-and-nurse-appointments-available-for-haringey-patients-over-the-easter-holidays/63088" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit Haringey Clinical Commissioning Group’s website</a> for more information, including to find out about other healthcare services available over the Easter.</p></div>GP and nurse appointments available for Haringey patients over the Christmas holidayshttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/gp-and-nurse-appointments-available-for-haringey-patients-over-th2017-12-19T14:52:25.000Z2017-12-19T14:52:25.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/671044?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="300" class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/671044?profile=original"></a>Haringey residents who need to see a GP or nurse over Christmas and New Year’s can make an appointment at one of our primary care hubs.<br><br>Appointments are available between 6:30pm – 8:30pm, Monday to Friday and 8:00am – 8:00pm on weekends and public holidays (e.g. Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day) for anyone registered with a GP in Haringey.<br><br><strong>To make an appointment, you can call your own GP practice during normal business hours or call 0330 053 9499 during the above hub opening hours.</strong><br><br><a href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/ccg-news/more-gp-appointments-for-haringey-residents-at-evenings-and-weekends/27076" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Visit Haringey Clinical Commissioning Group’s website</a> for more information about the hubs.<br><br>Happy (and healthy) holidays everyone!</p></div>Staying well this winterhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/staying-well-this-winter2017-12-06T11:39:50.000Z2017-12-06T11:39:50.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>People are usually more prone to illness during the winter season. Colder weather associated with the winter can cause serious health complications. Here are some useful tips to help you stay well over the winter, including information about services you can use.<br/><br/><strong>NHS Choices<br/></strong>NHS Choices has lots of advice that you can use to keep you and your family well this winter. Find out more: <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/winterhealth/Pages/Winterhealthhome.aspx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.nhs.uk/winterhealth</a><br/> <br/><strong>Get your flu jab</strong><br/>The flu vaccination is particularly important for those who are at increased risk from the effects of flu, including over 65s, pregnant women, young children and those with long term health conditions.<br/><br/>Children can receive their vaccination as a nasal spray. Adults can get the vaccine via their GP or at many local pharmacies. Find out more: <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/staywell#4qTvtZRFAjrY7sDA.97" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.nhs.uk/staywell</a><br/><br/><strong>See a pharmacist early</strong><br/>If you start to feel unwell, even if it’s just a cough or cold, don’t wait until it gets more serious; get help from your pharmacist. The sooner you get advice the better. <a href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/ccg-news/opening-times-for-haringey-pharmacies-over-christmas-and-new-year/15815" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Visit Haringey CCG’s website</a> for information on the opening times for Haringey pharmacies open over the Christmas bank holidays.<br/><br/><strong>Evening and weekend GP appointments</strong> <br/>If you are feeling unwell and need to see a GP or nurse in the evenings or on a weekend, including public holidays, you can <a href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/ccg-news/more-gp-appointments-for-haringey-residents-at-evenings-and-weekends/27076" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">book an appointment at a primary care hub in Haringey</a>. Appointments are available:<br/><br/>• 6:30pm-8:30pm on weekdays<br/>• 8:00am-8:00pm at the weekend<br/><br/>To make an appointment, you can call your own GP practice during normal business hours or call 0330 053 9499 during the hub opening hours.<br/><br/><strong>Dial 111</strong><br/>If you urgently need medical help or advice but it's not a life-threatening situation or a 999 emergency use the NHS 111 service. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones.</p></div>Need to see a GP or nurse in the evening or at the weekend? Appointments available for Haringey residentshttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/need-to-see-a-gp-or-nurse-in-the-evening-or-at-the-weekend-appoin2017-07-21T10:45:53.000Z2017-07-21T10:45:53.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p>Haringey Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has been working hard to improve access to GP services for people in Haringey. <strong>Patients registered at any Haringey GP practice can now see a GP, Nurse or Healthcare Assistant on weekends and evenings,</strong> thanks to new primary care ‘hubs’ in the borough.</p><p>These ‘hubs’ are located in three practices in Haringey. <strong>Appointments are available between 6:30pm – 8:30pm, Monday to Friday and 8:00am – 8:00pm on weekends and public holidays for anyone registered with a GP in Haringey.</strong></p><p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/ccg-news/more-gp-appointments-for-haringey-residents-at-evenings-and-weekends/27076" target="_blank">Visit the CCG website</a> for more information about the hubs, including the locations and how to make an appointment.</p></div>NHS is 69 years old todayhttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/nhs-is-69-years-old-today2017-07-05T18:27:18.000Z2017-07-05T18:27:18.000ZAlex Kinghttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/AlexKing<div><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/670850?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/670850?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full" width="750"></a>To celebrate the anniversary of the inauguration of the NHS in 1948, Haringey Keep Our NHS Public took a birthday card and cakes (kindly donated by Morrisons) to St Ann's Hospital.</p></div>Manage your health online 24/7https://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/forum/manage-your-health-online-24-72017-06-27T10:29:56.000Z2017-06-27T10:29:56.000ZIshahttps://alexandraparkneighbours.org.uk/members/Isha<div><p><strong>GP online services is a quick, easy and a secure way to book GP appointments, order repeat prescriptions and view parts of your GP health record</strong>, including information about medication, allergies, vaccinations, previous illnesses and test results. This means that you can now access your GP practice and manage your health online in the same way you manage other areas of your life such as shopping and banking.<br/><br/>GP online services are <a href="http://www.haringeyccg.nhs.uk/about-us/haringey-ccg-member-practices.htm" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>available at all Haringey surgeries</strong></a> to help local residents better manage their health. These services enable you to book GP appointments and request repeat prescriptions via your computer, smartphone or tablet at a time that suits you, anywhere, anytime – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.<br/> <br/>Patients who require repeat prescriptions can request these from the comfort of their own home. You will also be able to review which medication you should be taking, the dosage and when it should be taken – helping to improve your understanding of your medication.<br/> <br/><strong>Signing up is quick and easy.</strong> All you need to do is contact your GP surgery and let them know that you would like to register. You will then receive your unique username and password and can start using the online services straight away. The services available depend on the online system your GP practice uses. You can ask your practice what services they offer when you register.<br/><br/>To find out more about registering for GP online services visit the NHS Choices website at <a href="http://www.nhs.uk/GPonlineservices" rel="nofollow">www.nhs.uk/GPonlineservices</a> or contact your practice.</p></div>