Introduction The surgery is currently collaborating with Health.io on project to look at making it easier to test for chronic kidney disease by allowing you to test from home. Patients who suffer from diabetes (and/or other conditions who meet the criteria) will be invited to see if they wish to take part and complete the … Continued
Updated June 2024 NHS Policy By law, the NHS ceases to have responsibility for the medical care of patients when they leave the UK. In addition, GPs are not required by their terms of service to provide prescriptions for the treatment of a condition that is not present and may arise while the patient is … Continued
Updated March 2024 Hepatitis C is a virus that affects your liver. It can be cured by taking a course of tablets. Lots of people have hepatitis C without knowing. Even if you do not know you have it, it can damage your liver and can sometimes lead to life-threatening conditions like liver cancer or … Continued
Updated March 2024 Infection Control Lead – Nurse Marie Burnett Infection Control Admin Leads – Louise Millican Business Care Co-Ordinator Manager/ Claire Atkinson Practice Manager Executive Partner – Dr Laura Hannon The Grove Medical Group is committed to providing a clean and safe environment for its patients, staff and visitors. All staff continually strive to … Continued
Shingles Vaccination Eligibility From 1st September 2023, the eligibility has been extended, but this is a phased rollout meaning the eligibility is different depending if you are already 65 or if you are about to turn 65. The table below shows the criteria. Please look up the group that describes you now. Group Eligibility Aged … Continued
Vaccinations, Immunisations and Inoculations Vaccines are the most effective way to prevent infectious diseases. They work by training your immune system to develop antibodies that protect you from disease. All vaccines are extensively researched and tested before they are approved for use. Their effectiveness and side effects are also regularly monitored. Existing vaccines are also … Continued
