Shirehampton Group Practice

23/03/2026

**** UPDATE: 12:12 Monday 23rd March.
We can confirm that the earlier national issue affecting our computer systems is now resolved.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

19/03/2026

From today we are starting to invite eligible patients to book their Spring COVID & RSV vaccinations in our April clinics.

If you are eligible, you will be contacted by:
📱 Text Message
📧 Email
📞 Phone (if we do not have a mobile number for you)

You are eligible for a COVID booster this Spring if you:
• Are aged 75 or over
OR
• Have a severely weakened immune system

👉 The RSV vaccine will also be available for all patients aged 75+ (no upper age limit) who have not yet been vaccinated

💉 Both vaccines will be given at the same appointment if required, making it quick and convenient to stay protected.

More information is available online:
https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/rsv-vaccine/
https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/covid-19-vaccine/

NHS information about the COVID-19 vaccine, including what the vaccine helps protect against, who should have it and when, how to get it and side effects.

17/03/2026

Meningitis B vaccination is only currently recommended to babies aged 8 weeks and 12 weeks and then boosted at 12 months. This has been provided since July 2015.

Teenagers are offered a vaccination against Meningitis ACWY around age 14 (but can be given up to age 25 if missed).

Currently the NHS is not able to offer vaccination against Meningitis B to anyone outside of the above criteria.

There are some pharmacies and companies that can provide Meningitis B vaccines privately, at a cost to yourself.

Read about the different vaccines that can help prevent meningitis and when they're usually given.

17/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

02/03/2026

UPDATE: 02/03/2026 16:21.
We can confirm that this situation has now been resolved and eConsults are fully functioning again.

Thank you for your patience.

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We are aware of an issue with eConsult which means that some patients may be currently unable to submit these.

This appears to be a National problem but we have a work around in the Practice, so if you are unable to submit an eConsult this afternoon, please call reception (0117 916 2226) and our Team will be able to to submit a request for you.

We apologise for any inconvenience, and will keep you updated.

02/03/2026

06/02/2026

02/02/2026

UPDATE: 2nd Feb 16:16: The earlier issue with eConsult has been resolved, and patients are now able to submit eConsults in the usual way.
Thank you for your understanding.

02/02/2026

UPDATE: 2nd Feb 16:16: The earlier issue with eConsult has been resolved, and patients are now able to submit eConsults in the usual way.
Thank you for your understanding.

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We are aware of an issue with eConsult which means that patients are currently unable to submit these.
This appears to be a National problem but we have a work around in the Practice, so if you are unable to submit an eConsult this afternoon, please call reception (0117 916 2226) and our Team will be able to to submit a request for you.

We apologise for any inconvenience, and will keep you updated.

30/01/2026

As part of Stroke Prevention Day, we’re encouraging people, especially people over 40, to have a blood pressure check. High blood pressure is the biggest risk factor for stroke and it often has no symptoms, so many people don’t realise they have it.
Getting your blood pressure checked is a simple step that can make a big difference. You can have a quick check at your local pharmacy, without an appointment.
Spotting high blood pressure early can help you take action to reduce your risk of stroke and could save your life.

29/01/2026

Yate and Clevedon Minor Injury Units and South Bristol Urgent Treatment Centre are open daily to treat adults and children. They are walk-in centres, so you don’t need an appointment or a referral – you can just arrive at the centre during opening hours.

They can help with injuries, including:

✔️ Sprains and strains
✔️ Cuts and grazes
✔️ Minor burns and scalds
✔️ Minor head injuries

📍 South Bristol Urgent Treatment Centre - open daily from 8am to 8pm
Hengrove Promenade, Bristol
(Minor injuries and illnesses)

📍 Clevedon Minor Injuries Unit - open daily from 8am to 8:45pm (last admission at 8:30pm)
North Somerset Community Hospital, Clevedon
(Minor injuries only)

📍 Yate Minor Injuries Unit - open daily from 8am to 8pm
Yate West Gate Centre, Yate
(Minor injuries only)

👉 Before attending, check the Sirona website for the list of injuries and/or illnesses each location can treat, as these vary across sites - link in the comments below.

🚨 Please remember, 999 and A&E are for life-threatening emergencies only.