Chicken pox is currently “doing the rounds” locally. It’s a useful time to share some self care tips about how to manage the symptoms at home as most children with chicken pox don’t need to see a GP. ⏺️ encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids - try ice lollies if your child is not drinking ⏺️ give paracetamol to help with any pain and discomfort - avoid ibuprofen ⏺️ use cooling creams or gels from a pharmacy ⏺️ speak to a pharmacist about using antihistamine medicine to help itching ⏺️ bathe in cool water and pat the skin dry (do not rub) If your child has chickenpox, they will need to stay off school/nursery until all the spots have formed a scab. This is usually 5 days after the spots first appeared. For further advice see the NHS website or contact NHS111. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chickenpox/
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Repeat Prescriptions
The prioryCARE form will not be available 28-30th April for repeat prescription requests.
Please use the NHS app or SystmOnline account.
You can request your repeat prescriptions via the prescription boxes based at our reception desks or post us your request if easier. Please ensure paper requests are legible and include your name and date of birth or use the repeat slip attached to your prescription.
Prescription requests can take up to 5 working days to be processed at the practice and sent to your pharmacy. Please ensure you order in good time.