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COLD WEATHER ALERT 

The MET office have issued a SEVERE COLD WEATHER ALERT from 7th Dec 22 

Cold weather can make some health problems worse and even lead to serious complications, especially if you are 65 or older, or if you have a long-term health condition.

Information on Staying Well this Winter is available here. Stay-well-this-winter

The latest MET OFFICE alert is available here.      met office alert 

Your GP practice is open and if you need to see your GP, please ring us on 0121 558 2286

You can also call NHS 111. Please do not come to the surgery unless you have an appointment.

In support of Mental Health Awareness Week did you know better mental health helps us at work, at home and in the way we feel about ourselves.

Visit #EveryMindMatters and take the Mind Plan Quiz to get a free NHS plan, full of tailored tips and
advice to help you manage stress, sleep better and boost your mood. 

For CORONAVIRUS advice visit Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In the event of emergency please call the surgery number and follow the instructions 

REGISTER NOW FOR ONLINE SERVICES

Stonecross MC now offers ONLINE SERVICES, make appointments, order medication and view your medical records. Please ask at reception for more information.

We have added a Self Care section to our website under further information. This contains useful links to websites with information to about treating minor illnesses at home and seeking help when you need it. It is also about managing any conditions you have in a way that puts you in control, improves your quality of life and avoids you getting ill


You can also now request the Electronic Transfer of most repeat prescriptions to a nominated pharmacy.

(Please ask reception or your local pharmacy for more information)

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Blood Tests

blood_tests_4A blood test is when a sample of blood is taken for testing in a laboratory. Blood tests have a wide range of uses and are one of the most common types of medical test. For example, a blood test can be used to:

  • assess your general state of health
  • confirm the presence of a bacterial or viral infection
  • see how well certain organs, such as the liver and kidneys, are functioning
A blood test usually involves the phlebotomist taking a blood sample from a blood vessel in your arm. and the usual place for a sample is the inside of the elbow or wrist, where the veins are relatively close to the surface. Blood samples from children are most commonly taken from the back of the hand. The child's hand will be anaesthetised (numbed) with a special cream before the sample is taken.

 

You can find out more about blood tests, their purpose and the way they are performed on the NHS Choices website.

 
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