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BBC | Health News 2.0RSSBBC News | Health | UK EditionUpdated every minute of every day.Diabetes 'ups birth defect risk'The risk of birth defects increases four-fold if the pregnant mother has diabetes, a study of 400,000 pregnancies in England suggests.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:10:25 GMThttp://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/health-16873489Campaign to cut smoking in carsA campaign to stop people smoking in cars when children are present, and which could pave the way for a ban, is launched by the Welsh government.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:17:10 GMThttp://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/uk-wales-16872587'A little too much drink' warningDrinking "just a little more than they should" puts people at risk of serious illness including heart disease, stroke and cancer, the government is warning.Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:39:22 GMThttp://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/health-16869618
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Clinics
If you are unable to attend for these times, please contact reception for help. New PatientsNew patients will be registered with the practice, not an individual GP; however, patients have a right to express a preference to receive services from a particular practitioner. All patients registering will be asked to produce two forms of proof of identification. All newly registered patients will be invited for a health check. The practice considers that this is a necessary part of the registration process. New Patient ChecksAll newly registered patients will be invited for a health check. The practice considers that this is a necessary part of the registration process. These are done at times convenient to patients during the week. Other Health ChecksAny patient between the ages of 16 and 74 who has not attended a consultation/clinic provided by the practice in the last three years can request a consultation at which the practice will make appropriate examinations. Patients over 75 who have not participated in a consultation in the last 12 months can also request such a consultation. This can take place in the patient's home if, in the reasonable opinion of the practice, it would be inappropriate for the patient to attend practice premises. Blood TestsThehealth centre provides a clinic for blood tests on four mornings each week. Please telephone 9246 6221 for an appointment. PodiatryPodiatry is also available within the health centre. Please telephone 9246 6221 for details. Smoking CessationThe practice provides help for patients to give up smoking. We have two qualified nurses who can give advice and support to help you through the programme. Holiday VaccinationsAdvice and all holiday vaccinations are available from the practice nurses. We are an approved centre for yellow fever vaccinations and can provide any vaccination required for your destination(s). Influenza VaccineThis is available in October and November each year. If you are over 65, or have asthma, diabetes or heart problems, you should have this free protection. Cervical Smear TestsIt is recommended that women aged 25-49 are screened three-yearly and those between 50-65 five-yearly. These tests may be done by one of our three specially trained nurses. There is a specific clinic for smear tests on Thursday mornings. However, we do appreciate that work commitments may not be flexible and we are able to make allowances for this. |
