Covid-19 UPDATE
You MUST wear a face covering when visiting GP, dentists and all healthcare facilities
Following the update from the government recently (January 2022) regarding easing of face masks in public spaces, please be aware that this does not apply to Healthcare settings. You must still wear a mask when entering Greyfriars Surgery unless you are exempt. We thank you for your continued support and consideration.
How to get your COVID-19 vaccination
ALL ADULTS IN ENGLAND can now book their COVID-19 jab
To book your Covid vaccination, you can book online at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination or call 119.
If you have had your first jab, you will be contacted about getting your second. For more information visit: www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination
The roll out of the vaccination continues to be a collective effort across Lincolnshire, with people from all walks of life playing a part in making sure our communities are protected as quickly as possible.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Stay at home if you have Coronavirus symptoms.
Stay at home for seven days if you have Coronavirus symptoms:
- a high temperature
- a new continuous cough
- a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste
Do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital.
You do not need to contact NHS 111 to tell them you are staying at home.
Use the NHS 111 online Coronavirus service if:
- you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
- your condition gets worse
- your symptoms do not get better after seven days
Visit the NHS website for information on symptoms and advice at www.nhs.uk
In line with the Government guidelines, we would like all patients to wear a face mask or covering when coming to the surgery for a face to face appointment. Our clinical staff will also be wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
Telephone appointments can be booked by calling the surgery on 01205 311133. All telephone appointments are released at 8.15am Monday to Friday and if the GP deems it necessary, we may organise a video or face to face appointment.
Recognising Coronavirus (COVID-19) Symptoms
| Symptoms |
Covid-19
Symptoms range from mild to severe |
Flu
Rapid onset of symptoms |
Cold
Gradual onset of symptoms |
| Fever (37.8C or above) |
Common |
Common |
Rare |
| Fatigue |
Sometimes |
Common |
Sometimes |
| Cough |
Common
(usually dry) |
Common
(usually dry) |
Mild |
| Sneezing |
No |
No |
Common |
| Aches and pains |
Sometimes |
Common |
Common |
| Runny or stuffy nose |
Rare |
Sometimes |
Common |
| Sore throat |
Sometimes |
Sometimes |
Common |
| Diarrhea |
Rare |
Sometimes
(for children) |
No |
| Headaches |
Sometimes |
Common |
Rare |
| Shortness of breath |
Sometimes |
No |
No |
| Loss of taste or smell |
Common |
No |
Sometimes |
Common symptoms are highlighted in green as a comparison.
For more information visit: www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/symptoms
A guide for parents/carers
It can be confusing to know what to do when your baby or child is unwell during the coronavirus pandemic. Remember that the NHS is still providing safe care.
We've developed posters for families living in England, Scotland, Wales (in English and Welsh languages) and Northern Ireland about when and how to get medical help for your child, or for your young baby - or for yourself as a young person.
Click here to access the posters
Important information to keep you safe while isolating at home
This leaflet is for patients with suspected coronavirus who have not been admitted to hospital and will be isolating at home.
Click here to access the leaflet
Booster Covid Vaccinations
Appointments for Booster Covid Vaccinations can be booked online for people in the following categories:-
- aged 50 and over
- aged 16 and over with a health condition that puts you at high risk from Covid - further details available on the website
- frontline health and social care workers
Click here to book your appointment which will be offered 3 months after the date of your second dose.
There are walk-in opportunities available to people aged 16 and over on a 'first come, first served' basis for first and second vaccinations as follows (people aged 16 and 17 only require one covid vaccination): PRSA MVC, Boston - is open seven days a week and is offering Pfizer and AZ walk-ins (no individual choice of vaccine, will be administered according to JCVI guidance and vaccine availability), first and second doses, 8.30am to 7pm seven days a week except Saturday 6th November, when last appointments will be at 4pm (NB AZ appointments and walk-ins will only be available on Wednesdays between 8am and 10am at PRSA).