COVID 19

“The NHS in London is very busy due to rising coronavirus infection rates, but we’ll help you get urgent care when you need it.

“GPs are providing more appointments, including evenings and weekends, for patients with urgent health needs. Contact your practice, or check their website, and they will tell you how to arrange same-day appointments if you need urgent care.

“You can also contact 111, day or night, for other urgent health advice – including if you have concerns about your Covid-19 symptoms.

“Please remember that 999 and A&E are for emergencies.

“Thank you to Londoners for following the Tier 4 rules, which will help reduce infections, protect the NHS and keep each other safe.”

Worried someone close to you is losing their memory?

Many people suffer from memory loss as they get older. But if it starts to happen on a regular basis, it could be the early signs of dementia.

What should I look for?

Dementia is not a single illness but a group of symptoms caused by damage to the brain. The symptoms include:

• memory loss, such as remembering past events much more easily than recent ones
• problems thinking or reasoning, or finding it hard to follow conversations or TV programmes
• feeling anxious, depressed or angry about memory loss, or feeling confused, even when in a familiar environment

What should I do?

If you’re worried about someone who is showing the signs above, encourage them to visit their GP to get a proper diagnosis. Use the link at the top of the page to find your GP.

The Alzheimer’s Society provides tips on how to raise the topic of dementia with a loved one.

We saw over 120 patients at our Flu Clinic last week and we are pleased with the success. If you think you may be in an at risk group but haven’t yet received an invitation please speak to reception who will be able to advise.