Clapham Family Practice

Our GPs, nurses and staff are continuing to work during the COVID19 pandemic. We are still open but working differently. Please call the practice if you have a health concern as normal #COVID19

The NHS published a new plan for primary care on 9thMay. The initiatives in this plan – including new services from pharmacies – have not started yet. They will come into effect over the coming months. For now, please continue to contact us, or use other NHS services normally.

If you're a parent or guardian, there are some simple things you can teach your child so that they would know what to do in an emergency. #BePrepared #HereToHelp #GreenFamily

Book your spot on our Diabetes UK Professional Conference from 28 March - 1 April 2022 and network with other professionals from around the world. Don't miss out! #DUKPC22 orlo.uk/pYfHl

Feeling uneasy and experiencing a squeezing sensation in your chest can be signs of heart problems. It's never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms. #HelpUsHelpYou #SELondon

We're looking for young people with lived experience of mental illness, as well as their siblings, to join our art committee to help shape artwork for the new @PearsMaudsley For more information, and to have your say, please email caroline.moore@bethlemgallery.com by 18th March.

It's getting late but we're still here to #listen. Call @Samaritans free any time on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org. #WeListen

The contact number for the Clapham Family Practice has changed - 020 3474 6070 📞📞📞

Many adults, most children and all pregnant women are eligible for a free flu vaccine… it’s not too late to get protected ✅ You can book an appointment at your local pharmacy 👇 💻 selondonccg.nhs.uk/selflupharmaci… #Lambeth

The #NHSCOVID19app will only alert you if someone you’ve had close contact with later tests positive or if others have tested positive since visiting the same venue as you. Keep the app on and stay in the know.

Be mindful about what you consume online. It's OK if you need to switch off occasionally 💚

Our #PrimaryCare teams are working hard to keep you safe. Thank you for treating them with respect. 💙 #GeneralPractice #CommunityPharmacy #Dentistry #Optometry

This week is #HIVTestingWeek @HIVPreventionEn Increased #HIVtesting reduces late diagnosis, prevents onward transmission and combats stigma. BHIVA supports initiatives which increase the availability of, and normalise the act of, #HIV testing. #GetTested #KnowYourStatus

Using the #NHSCOVID19app is a fast and easy way to know if you’ve been exposed to the virus and so are at risk of spreading Covid-19 to others. Please keep using it, and thank you for looking out for each other this winter.

Flu can cause serious complications for you and your baby. That’s why it’s recommended that all pregnant women have the flu vaccine, whatever stage of pregnancy they're at ✅ Get your #FluVaccine at a pharmacy near you: 💻selondonccg.nhs.uk/selflupharmaci…

📣It is never too late to come forward for a first, second or third dose of the life-saving vaccine ⭐#Lambeth is full of places to get #vaccinated ✅Montgomery Hall ✅Fairlee Pharmacy ✅Copes Pharmacy ✅Streatham Place Surgery 👉SO many more: selondonccg.nhs.uk/covid19vaccine

After seeking reassurance, new mum and #SELondon resident Danielle decided to get the #COVIDVaccine to keep herself and her baby safe 💙 If you're expecting a baby, head to nhsselvax.com/im-pregnant for more info on why it's so important to get vaccinated #SouthEastLondon #Bexley

💙Our Lambeth Together Pledge represents how we will work with partners to tackle health inequality and improve health and wellbeing for people in #Lambeth 👉Find out more: ow.ly/Eq7C50HyIBw

Meeting up with friends or family? It's safer to be outdoors. If you do have to meet indoors, remember to let fresh air in. More info ➡️ gov.uk/coronavirus

The better informed we all are, the more we’re able to protect those around us. Find out more about how the #NHSCOVID19app is helping to keep us safe this winter by visiting covid19.nhs.uk

Colonoscopy is a very common test — thousands are carried out in the UK every week. However, some people feel anxious and worried about attending. @bowelcanceruk have lots of information, support and tips at bowelcanceruk.org.uk/colonoscopycon…