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 New On-Line Registration facility for new patients

Patients wishing to join our GP Practice can now do this on-line by following the attached link  https://gp-registration.nhs.uk/G82032 or via the NHS App. This now avoids the need to complete paper forms and should make the process easier for patients and our staff. Please note we can only accept new patient applications from patients living within our Gravesend and Northfleet catchment area.

Measles

Since 2022, measles activity has been slowly increasing globally, with large outbreaks ongoing in multiple countries across South Asia and Africa. In 2023, there have been several measles outbreaks across London which causes additional risks to neighbouring areas where there is low uptake such as Kent and Medway.

Please see below links for more information:

How to stay safe during a measles outbreak - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Coronavirus Notice

Do not visit the GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital if you suspect you have Coronavirus.

Sickness Certificates

You do not require a doctor's sickness certificate for any illness lasting seven days or less. Your employer may however require you to complete a self-certification form (SC2) which is available from your employer or on the HMRC website.

Evidence that you are sick

Sickness CertificatesIf you are sick for more than seven days, your employer can ask you to give them some form of medical evidence to support payment of SSP (statutory sick pay).

It is up to your employer to decide whether you are incapable of work. A medical certificate, now called a 'Statement of Fitness for Work’ (see below) from your doctor is strong evidence that you are sick and would normally be accepted, unless there is evidence to prove otherwise.

You could also provide evidence from someone who is not a medical practitioner, e.g. a dentist. Your employer will decide whether or not this evidence is acceptable. If your employer has any doubts, they may still ask for a medical certificate from your GP.

Statement of Fitness for Work - ’Fit Note'

The 'fit note' was introduced on 6 April 2010. With your employer's support, the note will help you return to work sooner by providing more information about the effects of your illness or injury.

For more information see the DirectGov website (where this information was sourced)

 
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