Often, patients are requested by the Hospital to obtain a letter from the GP so their appointment can be expedited.

Waiting a longer time for an appointment does not deem your request urgent. According to figures from NHS England, a total of 7.42 million people were waiting to start treatment at the end of May 2023, the highest since records began in August 2007. As a result, we are unable to write letters to expedite your appointment.

If you are experiencing worsening of your symptoms, we advise you to contact your specialist directly so they can assess your condition and make the necessary arrangements. If you have difficulty in accessing your consultant, we advise you to contact PALS for assistance.

https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/departments-and-services/complaints-and-patient-advice-and-liaison-service-pals/96641

Spring into action this season, by booking your Covid booster appointment.

The Fareham Centre Practice are happy to announce that we will be booking Covid-19 Vaccination slots to those who are eligible in the coming weeks. If you are eligible, we will send you a text, email, or letter, depending on your contact preference. All you need to do is call the Practice.

Please note, the clinics will be held at Portchester Community Centre, and NOT at The Centre Practice.

*If you think you are eligible and have not heard from us, please contact the Surgery.

To check if you are eligible, click the link here for the Official NHS classifications.

Did you know 👀

More than 80% of young people worry about being embarrassed if they said they were lonely.

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has recently launched the 2024 Loneliness Campaign, part of Better Health: Every Mind Matters. This aims to reduce loneliness stigma, which so often prevents young people from reaching out and accessing support. Targeted at 16 - 24-year-olds, one of the most at-risk audience groups, the campaign aims to reduce the stigma of loneliness, increase knowledge of where to find support and encourage taking action.

To find out more and get involved, check out the link below. 

 Loneliness - Every Mind Matters - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Dear all, 

As of the 2nd of April a new NHS Self Referral Pathway has been introduced to help those experiencing hearing loss.

Please find more information on our self referral page.

For more information about Pharmacy First clink the link below

NHS England » Pharmacy First