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Cambourne Squirrel
In June we welcomed the Cambourne Squirrels – aged 4-6 – to the practice to meet partner, Dr Modi, as part of their programme to meet ‘local heroes.’ There were demonstrations on the lungs, the nerves, and they were taught how to make a sling from their scarves. The pictures below were their drawings of their idea doctor/nurse. You will now find them hanging up in some of our rooms. Thank you, Squirrels, for brightening up our practice with your fun and artwork!
Dr. Rakesh Modi MBBS MA (Cantab) MRCGP MRCP DCH DRCOG MPH PhD
GP Partner, Monkfield Medical Practice
Clinical Senior Research Associate, Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge
Clinical Lead for research , Cambridgeshire & Peterborough ICB (South)
Chair, Inequalities Research Network
GP INDUSTRIAL ACTION
Clinical Senior Research Associate, Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge
RSV vaccination program from September 2024
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common cause of coughs and colds. It usually gets better by itself, but it can be serious for some babies and older adults.
A vaccine to help protect against RSV will be available on the NHS from 1 September 2024.
You'll be able to get the vaccine if:
- You're aged 75 to 79, your GP surgery will contact you about getting vaccinated. Please wait to be contacted.
- You're 28 weeks pregnant or more – this will help protect your baby for the first few months after they're born, from September, you can speak to your maternity service.
MMP will soon commence invitations to eligible patients, sending a direct booking link to receive this vaccination, please wait for the invitation, but do book in when your receive this.
Help us help you
The NHS is here for everyone. Whatever your healthcare needs, we want to make sure you receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.
Your local NHS is very busy at the moment.You can help ease the pressure by choosing the right service for you when you need medical help or advice. Not only will this help you get treatment you need faster, but help us ensure we can prioritise healthcare for those most in need.
You can find information below on local services alongside how you can help to keep yourself and your family to stay well. You can also find out more in our Help us help you and your family stay well or our Your Guide to Childhood Illnesses.
If you are unsure on which service you need, you can visit NHS 111 service online at 111.nhs.uk where your symptoms will be assessed, and you will be given healthcare advice. You can also access this via the NHS App or visit Local Services | CAPCCG Website (cpics.org.uk)
NHS My Planned Care platform
Patients are encouraged to use the new NHS My Planned Care platform that is available online and will provide direct access to the latest average wait time for appointments and operations for local hospitals, as well as helpful advice and support for patients whilst they wait.
NHS My Planned Care is updated weekly, is easy-to-use and has ‘open access’ which enables carers, friends, relatives to also access information on someone else’s behalf.
We at Monkfield Medical Practice are proud to be an accredited Veteran Friendly GP Practice and to honour veterans this Remembrance Day.
More than half of veterans (52%) have a long –term illness or disability, yet research suggests many may be reluctant to seek support for their issues, particularly if they feel they may not be understood.
With an estimated two million veterans in the UK, a GP practice, like ours, may see a veteran patient every day on average. Being able to identify and support veteran patients is crucial to ensuring the best outcomes, as research shows that some veteran patients may face different health challenges to the general population.
It's fantastic being able to make a position impact on our veteran community. The accreditation process is simple and quick and offers plenty of training, information and guidance for the whole practice to help up better meet the needs of veteran patients.
We’d encourage other practices to sign up at www.rcgp.org.uk/veterans
Try the new NHS App
If you’re a patient at our practice you can now use the new NHS App, a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone or tablet.
You can use the NHS App to check your symptoms and get instant advice, book appointments, order repeat prescriptions, view your GP medical record and more.
If you already use MMP GP online service available at practice, you can continue to use it. You can use the NHS App as well.
For more information go to www.nhs.uk/nhsapp