These fact sheets have been written to explain the role of the National Health Service (NHS) to newly-arrived individuals seeking asylum. They cover issues such as the role of GPs, their function as gatekeepers to the health services, how to register and how to access emergency services.
Special care has been taken to ensure that information is given in clear language, and the content and style has been tested with user groups.
Open the leaflets in one of the following languages:
Update on the transition of Primary Care Medical services at TG Medical CentrePosted on 14-3-2019
There is an important update regarding the transition of Primary Care Medical services at TG Medical Centre.
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Flu outbreakPosted on 09-1-2018
Please read this important announcement regarding the flu virus.
Dr. Whittingham-Jones in attendance at the RCGPPosted on 12-10-2017
Congratulations to Dr. Whittingham-Jones who was given time at the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) to make a presentation about the prevention of cardiovascular disease.
Ordering your repeat medicationPosted on 14-12-2016
Please ensure you order your repeat medication by Wednesday, 21st December at the latest to ensure you have enough for the holiday period.
There's still time to get your flu jab!Posted on 16-11-2016
If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact us and we will be more than happy to assist you.
Children used as 'guinea pigs' in clinical trialsPosted on Thursday April 18, 2024
They were given infected blood products in trials without their knowledge, the BBC has found.
Ketamine addict: 'I can't walk 50m without weeing'Posted on Friday April 19, 2024
Specialist clinics are helping increasing numbers of young ketamine users with damaged bladders.
Almost a quarter of kids aged 5-7 have smartphonesPosted on Thursday April 18, 2024
The regulator calls the data a "wake up call", and says parents and industry need to do more.
Sunak sets out plans to tackle 'sick note culture'Posted on Friday April 19, 2024
The PM wants to strip GPs of power to issue sick notes but Labour says he has run out of ideas.
More young, affluent women may be smoking - studyPosted on Thursday April 18, 2024
Younger women could benefit from targeted interventions to tackle the apparent rise, researchers say.