Everyone in England has the right to register with a GP (General Practice) doctor’s surgery, regardless of immigration status or not having a fixed address.

Click the link below for advice on how to register with a GP

https://www.healthwatchharingey.org.uk/sites/healthwatchharingey.org.uk/files/Haringey%20GP%20Registration%20Rights%20e-Leaflet%202023.pdf

Did you know antibiotics are no longer routinely used to treat infections?

This is because:

• many infections are caused by viruses, so antibiotics are not effective
• antibiotics are often unlikely to speed up the healing process and can cause side effects
• the more antibiotics are used to treat trivial conditions, the more likely they are to become ineffective for treating more serious conditions

Both the NHS and health organisations across the world are trying to reduce the use of antibiotics, especially for health problems that are not serious.

Follow the link below to learn about antibiotics, how important they are, and how we should use them appropriately

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/antibiotics/antibiotic-antimicrobial-resistance/

Bank Holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. Below are the opening hours for Somerset Gardens Pharmacy in Haringey, which will be open over the Christmas and New Year Bank Holiday Days.

• Christmas Day (25th Dec): 10:00 - 18:00
• Boxing Day (26th Dec): 10:00-14:00
• Bank Holiday (27th Dec): 10:00-14:00
• New Year's Day (1st Jan): 10:00 - 14:00
• New Year Bank Holiday (2nd Jan): 10:00 - 14:00

There may be additional pharmacies opening. You can check their opening hours by searching at www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-pharmacy or by calling NHS 111

The Autumn Booster Vaccination clinics are open. 

Who is eligible?

• Those aged 65 and over, immunosuppressed and Health and Social Care staff

Bank Holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. Below are the opening hours for Pharmacies in Haringey which will be open on Monday 19th September

• Good Health Pharmacies Ltd, West Green Road - 09:00-18:00
• Boots, Tottenham Hale Retail Park - 13:00-17:00
• Boots, Wood Green Shopping City - 09:00-18:00
• Somerset Gardens Pharmacy - 10:00-14:00

We also ask patients to check NHS.UK or call NHS111 if they wish to double check their usual pharmacy will be open on this date

• Vaccination Centre at Hornsey Central (Haringey) starting from Friday 26 August. It will operate 12hrs per day, seven days a week UCLH Paediatric Outpatients (Clinic K), starting from Saturday 3 September and operating at weekends
• In Barnet there are 3 Community Pharmacies that will be able to offer polio vaccination from w/c 5 September
  • Cullimore Chemist, 13/15 Glengall Road, HA8 8TB
  • Mango Pharmacy, 98 High Street, HA8 7HF
  • Fariview Pharmacy Oaklodge Car Park, 234 Burnt Oak Broadway, HA8 0AP

We are now offering the booster polio vaccine, due to polio being found in sewage in Haringey.  

If your child is 1-5 years old, you will have received a text. Please contact reception to book a nurse appointment for the vaccine. The appointments for 6-9 years old will follow very soon, look out for a text!

For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/polio-booster-campaign-resources/have-your-polio-vaccine-now-information-for-parents

Bank Holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. Below are the opening hours for Somerset Gardens Pharmacy in Haringey, which will be open over the Early May Bank Holiday. Please note Saturday 30 April 2022 is not a Bank Holiday, however there will be some pharmacies who normally open who will be closed on this day

• Thursday 2nd June: 10:00 - 14:00 
• Friday 3rd June: 10:00 - 14:00 

We also ask patients to check NHS.UK or call NHS111 if they wish to double check their usual pharmacy will be open on this date

Bank Holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. Below are the opening hours for Somerset Gardens Pharmacy in Haringey, which will be open over the Early May Bank Holiday. Please note Saturday 30 April 2022 is not a Bank Holiday, however there will be some pharmacies who normally open who will be closed on this day

• May Day (2nd May): 10:00 - 14:00 

We also ask patients to check NHS.UK or call NHS111 if they wish to double check their usual pharmacy will be open on this date

Bank Holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. Below are the opening hours for Somerset Gardens Pharmacy in Haringey, which will be open over the Eater Bank holday. Saturday 16 April 2022 is not a Bank Holiday, however there will be some pharmacies who normally open who will be closed on this day

• Good Friday (15th Apr): 10:00 - 14:00
• Easter Sunday (17th Apr): 10:00 - 18:00
• Easter Monday (18th Apr): 10:00 - 14:00

We also ask patients to check NHS.UK or call NHS111 if they wish to double check their usual pharmacy will be open on this date

Call reception to book. This is the last clinic dont miss out!

Bank Holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. Below are the opening hours for Somerset Gardens Pharmacy in Haringey, which will be open over the Christmas and New Year Bank Holiday Days.

• Christmas Day (25th Dec): 10:00 - 18:00
• Boxing Day (26th Dec): 10:00-17:00
• Bank Holiday (27th Dec): 10:00-14:00
• Bank Holiday (28th Dec): 10:00 - 14:00
• New Year's Day (1st Jan): 10:00 - 14:00
• New Year Bank Holiday (3rd Jan): 10:00 - 14:00

There may be additional pharmacies opening. You can check their opening hours by searching at www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-pharmacy or by calling NHS 111

Haringey council have new support for people aged 50 and over to live and age well

Visit their site by clicking this link to find out more: https://www.haringey.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/older-people/ageing-well-haringey 

We have a new page on the website to provide you with information about cancer symptoms, screening and referrals. 

It has video advice on:

• what to do if you're worried about cancer symptoms during the pandemic
• cervical screenings
• screenings for people with learning disabilities

and patient information leaflets on referrals for suspected cancer

Click here to visit the page

When: Sunday 16th May, 1.30pm - 5pm

Where: Lordship Lane Health Center, 239 Lordship Lane, N17 6AA

The popup clinic is open to those aged 38 years and over who are having their first vaccination dose.

What you need to know:

• It is a walk in service and no booking is required
• You need to wear a mask and adhere to social distancing rules
• You cannot attend if you are feeling unwell
• Please bring a form of ID

Please note: everyone is entitled to primary care despite immigration status and you do not need to be registered with a GP to get the vaccine.

We can now book 40 year olds and above for the Covid vaccine- you should receive a text to book your appointment or you can call reception on 0208 482 9697.

If you have any problems with booking your vaccine appointment please call reception on 0208 482 9697