November 20th 2024 is Know Your Lung Function Week. Although spirometry is an integral tool for diagnosing COPD, it can also be used to measure lung health throughout life. … [continue] Know Your Lung Function
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What you said about us in October ‘24!
Know Your Lung Function
Mental Health Practitioner at Goodly Dale.
Windermere and Bowness Medical Practice is very happy to introduce you to Bethany McLaine, who will be joining us this week as Mental Health Practitioner. 🙂 Beth will be based … [continue] Mental Health Practitioner at Goodly Dale.
What you said about us in September ‘24!
What you said about us in August ‘24!
Flu Season 24/25
Hi everyone, Just wanted to field a few queries around this year’s Flu campaign. 😊 We are expecting most of our 24/25 seasonal Flu vaccine to arrive in September, however … [continue] Flu Season 24/25
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Hi everyone, You may have heard ‘RSV’ mentioned a lot recently, and you’re not alone if you’re thinking “what actually is it!?”. The link below answers that question; breaking down … [continue] Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
What you said about us in July ‘24!
What you said about us in June ‘24!
NHS Cleanliness Standards (5 Stars!)
I’m very pleased to announce that Windermere & Bowness Medical Practice has (once again) scored a 5-star rating for our cleanliness standards, reported on by the NHS a couple of … [continue] NHS Cleanliness Standards (5 Stars!)
What you said about us in May ‘24!
Here’s last month in a nutshell! As ever, we would love to hear from you if you’ve had a positive experience, where we can recognise good work in our team. … [continue] What you said about us in May ‘24!
What you said about us in April ‘24!
A message from Dr Oliver about the importance of Childhood Immunisations.
As a family doctor committed to the health and well-being of each one of you, I am writing to share information on a topic that is vital to our community’s … [continue] A message from Dr Oliver about the importance of Childhood Immunisations.
What you said about us in March ‘24!
Measles
We have seen a recent increase of measles in the North West (latest data is here) and we do expect cases will increase due to some communities having low … [continue] Measles
Help This Winter.
Hi everyone, Winter can be a difficult time – existing pressures can be heightened when we have to deal with keeping warm, the costs of Christmas, and possible health challenges. … [continue] Help This Winter.
We’re Back In!
Hi everyone, Well, the weather sought to derail our plans, but we’re in …and on schedule! From tomorrow (Monday 11th December) the surgery is back and operating from our main … [continue] We’re Back In!
Moving Back In Soon!
Hi everyone, Wow, where have the last (almost) five months gone?!? At the end of this week, we’ll be looking at any snagging and any outstanding items from the renovation … [continue] Moving Back In Soon!
Renovations!
Hi everyone, We’re pleased to let you all know that some substantial renovation and improvement work will be happening here at Goodly Dale, starting in July. We’ll still be open … [continue] Renovations!
BID Services – Windermere Drop-In.
Hi everyone, BID Services is a charity that work in partnership with children, young people and adults and their families and carers. They support people who are deaf, hard of … [continue] BID Services – Windermere Drop-In.
The NHS App.
Hi all, Don’t forget; you can safely and securely book GP appointments, order repeat prescriptions, and view your medical records (including accessing test results) on the NHS App. Take care, … [continue] The NHS App.
CQC: GOOD.
Hi all, A bit of GOOD news from us! The full report is viewable online here. Have a great weekend. Take care, Nick@Windermere.
Cumbria Health on Call – Social Enterprise Mark
Morning everyone, We’re very pleased to announce that Cumbria Health on Call have retained their Social Enterprise Mark for this year. In layman’s terms, a Social Enterprise Mark is proof … [continue] Cumbria Health on Call – Social Enterprise Mark
Winter Opening Hours
Scarlet Fever and Group A Strep – When To Seek Care?
Hi everyone, You may have seen news in the media regarding cases of Scarlet Fever and Group A Strep being unusually high for this time of year, particularly in children. … [continue] Scarlet Fever and Group A Strep – When To Seek Care?
Enhanced Access Appointments.
Hi everyone, We always want to make sure we cater to the full breadth of our population, and know that not everyone works 9 to 5. Therefore (as some of … [continue] Enhanced Access Appointments.
Flu Campaign 2022/2023
Hi all, We’re receiving our first batch of flu vaccine in September, and are now booking adult appointments (information on Children’s vaccinations to follow shortly). See the poster for more … [continue] Flu Campaign 2022/2023
Appointment Update: July 2022
ONLINE APPOINTMENTS POSTER
Need your next COVID-19 vaccination and haven’t yet booked an appointment?
An NHS vaccination clinic has been added on Saturday 9 July (10am-4pm) Marchesi Centre, Holly Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2AF Available for all aged 12 and over. No appointment necessary, … [continue] Need your next COVID-19 vaccination and haven’t yet booked an appointment?