Bousfield Surgery

06/12/2022

Our wonderful team are collecting for Mission Christmas Cash for Kids. If you have any new and unwrapped gifts that you would like to donate to this, please bring them by our surgery by Friday, 16th December and we will ensure that no child goes without a gift for Christmas this year.

Times are so tough right now. The cost of living crisis, plus the lingering...

16/04/2021

Please note that we have not been able to access our clinical system this afternoon. This is a city-wide issue. Our IT Team are working on this as priority and we will update you when this has been resolved. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused.

09/03/2021

Domestic abuse is a complex issue, which can take many forms including psychological, financial, sexual, emotional and physical.

This past year has been challenging for everyone, but for victims of domestic abuse who are suffering from continued cruelty and violence it will have felt and will continue to feel intolerable. Lockdown has meant that it’s easier for abusers to control and abuse their victims, who are probably feeling more isolated and alone than they would under normal circumstances.

Children are often the silent victims of domestic abuse, with no schools open they are also locked into situations with few opportunities to gain support.

If you are suffering from domestic abuse then Merseyside Police, along with partner agencies, are still here to offer help and support. You are not alone. If home is not a safe place for you then you do not have to stay there and you can and should leave to seek help. Charities are still working, helplines are live and refuges are available.

If you are in immediate danger, you should always call 999. If you ring 999 and are not in a safe position to speak to us then cough, or tap the phone and press 55, when prompted. This will alert the operator that you need assistance and we will provide support.

Alternatively, there is a new scheme called ‘Ask for Ani’ which offers an opportunity to reach out for help at pharmacies, including Boots, without making your situation obvious to other members of the public, or alerting your abuser. If you ‘Ask for Ani’ at pharmacy counters then you will be taken by a staff member to a private space where you can be put in touch with the police, support services and helplines.

Whether you are currently experiencing abuse, or have suffered abuse in the past, support is available. Domestic Abuse specialist services in your local area remain open and can offer you expert support and advice. They will not tell you what to do but will provide options and choices to help you live safely and recover from abuse.

For more information, help and guidance please visit:

www.VictimCareMerseyside.org where you can also access a directory of nearly 70 support organisations who are on hand to offer care and support.

Or call the freephone, 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline:

0808 2000 247

www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

22/12/2020

Please note that the practice is shut on Friday 25th December, Monday 28th December and Friday 1st January.

During bank holidays, when GP practices will be closed, people should contact NHS 111 in the first instance – unless it is a 999 emergency.

NHS 111 will direct people to the most appropriate local health service, which could include an out of hours GP, a local Walk-in Centre, a pharmacy, or hospital Accident & Emergency (A&E) department.

If patients are assessed as needing A&E, they will be given a booked time slot to reduce waiting times and ensure that they are safely socially-distanced from other patients.

However, people should still dial 999 in a medical emergency, such as a suspected stroke or heart attack.

For treatment of minor illness and injuries patients can also still access a local Walk In Centre (open 8am-8pm daily) by calling 0300 100 1004 to pre-book an appointment.

You can also visit your local pharmacist for advice or treatment for a wide range of minor winter illnesses and ailments too. Many now offer longer opening hours – including over evening and weekends.

10/12/2020

Please note that we are currently experiencing issues with our phone lines (both incoming and outgoing). We are currently trying to resolve these, with urgency, with our phone provider. Apologies for any inconvenience if you are unable to make contact at the moment. If your call is not urgent, please consider completing an eConsultation via our website while we get the phone issues resolved.

09/12/2020

The NHS is currently offering the COVID-19 vaccine to people most at risk from Coronavirus.

The order in which people will be offered the vaccine is based on advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

The NHS will let you know when it's your turn to have the vaccine. It's important not to contact the NHS for a vaccination before then.

You can read more about the COVID-19 vaccine on the nhs.uk website.

29/10/2020

Please note that we are now unable to take repeat prescription requests on the phone. The easiest way for you to order your regular medication is to sign up to our online patient access service. You can do this by clicking the link below.

Book GP and pharmacy appointments, order online prescriptions and view your medical record at your convenience. Patient Access, in partnership with NHS.

16/10/2020

We're now offering flu vaccinations to patients over 65, patients under 65 who have long-term health conditions, if you're pregnant and children aged 2 and 3 years old.

Please call the practice to book your appointment.

Please help protect you, your family and those you care for this winter.

05/10/2020

Are you a new student who has just moved to Liverpool?

It has never been more important for all students to be registered with a GP as soon as possible.

GP practices provide a range of services including medical advice and treatment for common illnesses, vaccinations and access to prescriptions. They can also help with ongoing long-term conditions as well as refer you to hospital and other specialist services for treatment if necessary.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are operating differently to help keep our patients safe. Please do not visit our practice in person unless you have been told it is okay to do so. If you need medical help or advice, we have a range of ways in enabling you to receive help including telephone and online consultations, and where appropriate, face to face consultations.

Click here for more information on how to register at the practice: https://www.bousfieldsurgery.nhs.uk/news/gp-registration-information-for-students/

18/09/2020

Important update below - new restrictions announced in Merseyside

16/09/2020