Open toolbar Coronavirus (COVID-19) Get information about Coronavirus on NHS.UK Information for Carers DO YOU LOOK AFTER SOMEONE WHO IS ILL, FRAIL, OR DISABLED? We are interested in identifying carers, especially those people who may be caring without help or support. We know that carers are often “hidden” looking after a family member or helping a friend or neighbour with day to day tasks and may not see themselves as a carer. Caring for someone is an important and valuable role in the community, which is often a 24-hour job that can be very demanding and isolating for the carer. Carers should receive appropriate support by way of access to accurate information on a range of topics such as entitlement to benefits and respite care and not least, a listening ear when things get too much. There are lots of organisations who help support carers and we could help you find the support you need as a Carer, you can find more information about the support available at: http://telfordcarers.org.uk/ If you are a carer, please ask at Reception for a CARERS IDENTIFICATION AND REFERRAL FORM, which you can complete to let us know about your caring responsibilities. Accessibility Statement Contact Us Disclaimer GDPR Site Admin Useful Links

Open toolbar Coronavirus (COVID-19) Get information about Coronavirus on NHS.UK Well Person Checks The practice nurse will be pleased to see you by appointment for a “Well Person Check”. For example help with: weight control lifestyle advice to help reduce the risk of heart disease and strokes blood pressure checks advice on stopping smoking Adults should have their Blood Pressure checked where previously normal at least every 5 years. Your Doctor or the practice nurse will discuss this with you as and when required. Please ask specifically for this type of appointment at the reception desk. Accessibility Statement Contact Us Disclaimer GDPR Site Admin Useful Links

Open toolbar Coronavirus (COVID-19) Get information about Coronavirus on NHS.UK Fit to Work Certificate (Sick Note) It is not necessary to have a Doctor’s certificate until you have been absent continuously from work for seven days including weekends. After three days you must obtain a self-certificate (SC2) from your employer. If your employer insists on a private certificate for an illness of less than seven days duration then the Doctor will charge a fee of £10. If your illness continues for more than seven days then under the NHS your GP can issue an official statement (Med3) “fit to work certificate” to confirm your illness. You can also download the SC2 form here… The ‘fit note’ replaced the doctor’s sick note on 6 April 2010. With your employer’s support, the note may help you return to work sooner by providing more information about the effects of your illness or injury. Information about the fit note (employment section) Accessibility Statement Contact Us Disclaimer GDPR Site Admin Useful Links