When will I be invited for Breast Screening?
- Women are sent their initial breast screening invitations sometime between their 50th and before their 53rd birthday, and are then seen every 3 years.
Pregnancy
The videos give information on what vaccinations are available during pregnancy, how they protect parent and baby, and when and where they are offered.
Pertussis (whooping cough)
Influenza
Covid-19
RSV
Follow the link for videos in Romanian, Ukrainian, Polish and Arabic – Vaccinations in pregnancy – YouTube
Vaccinations and University Students
It is important to make sure you are up to date with your vaccinations before starting university. If you have missed a vaccine, it is important to catch up.
If you are starting university soon, as well as the routine immunisations you will have been offered as a baby and in primary and secondary school, the NHS also recommends that you should also have:
- The MenACWY vaccine – which protects against serious infections like meningitis. You can ask your GP for this vaccine until your 25th birthday.
- 2 doses of the MMR vaccine – as there are outbreaks of mumps and measles at universities. If you have not previously had 2 doses of MMR you can still ask your GP for the vaccine.
Further information on The NHS Vaccination Schedule is available to view on the website below:
NHS Vaccination Schedule for Students
For certain courses, it may be that further vaccinations are required by the university prior to your commencement of study. GPs are unfortunately unable to provide an occupational health service as part of their NHS responsibility.
In the first instance, we would advise you to contact your university who will be able to make arrangements with an occupational health provider for the provision of any immunisations which you may require following an appropriate assessment of the risk to which you are exposed.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter and I wish you good luck for a bright and prosperous future.
Travel Vaccinations
For patients registered at Derby Road Health Centre, we offer a limited but high quality travel vaccination and advice service which includes NHS provided vaccines.
We offer the following:
| Fitness to Travel/Fly Certificate | £35.00 (no examination) |
| Vaccination Certificate | £35.00 |
| Polio Certificate | £35.00 |
| Confirmation of Medication to Travel | £35.00 |
We still offer Hepatitis A, typhoid, tetanus, diphtheria, polio and MMR vaccines – these vaccinations are available FREE.
We are not able to offer any private travel vaccinations which includes:
- Rabies
- Japanese B encephalitis
- Meningitis ACWY
- Hepatitis B
This is due to increases in related costs. These vaccines are still available from private providers and details of some private travel clinics are listed below for your information. We are not able to endorse or recommend any specific clinic.
If you wish to book an appointment for travel advice please complete the form below, after submitting the form to the practice, please telephone for an appointment.
Non-urgent advice:
Please do not forget to book an appointment via reception
Make sure before you Travel
- Make an initial appointment at least 6 weeks before you travel – Vaccines need to be ordered in
- Attend second appointment at least 2 weeks before you travel – allow time for the vaccines to work
Private Travel Clinics
If you are unable to comply with our appointment policy, then you can contact one of the following Travel Health Clinics:
- TRAVELDOC, Park Row Clinic, 2 Regent Street, Nottingham. NG1 5BQ Freephone: 0800 583 3331 TravelDoc Website
- MASTA CLINIC, Cripps Health Centre, Nottingham University, NG7 2QW Same day appointments available. Tel: 0330 100 4200 Masta Travel Health Website
- NOTTINGHAM TRAVEL and WELLNESS CLINIC – West Bridgford Therapy Rooms, 152c Radcliffe Road, Nottingham NG2 5H Tel: 0115 6460920 Welcome to Nottingham Travel and Wellness Clinic – Your Travel Hub
- TRUST PHARMACY, B Floor, Queens Medical Centre, NG7 2UH Same day appointments may be available. Call for an appointment. Tel: 0115 970 9472
If you become unwell after your trip remember to tell us that you have been abroad. Malaria can develop up to a year after you become infected despite taking all possible precautions to protect yourself while abroad
There is further information about countries and vaccinations required on the links below
 Europe & Russia |  North America |
 Central America |  South America |
 Caribbean |  Africa |
 Middle East |  Central Asia |
 East Asia |  Australasia and Pacific |
Travelling in Europe
If you are travelling to Europe the EU has published useful information for travellers below:
GHIC Insurance
A GHIC lets you get medically necessary state healthcare in Europe at a reduced cost or sometimes for free. If your EHIC is still in date, you do not need to apply for a new GHIC. They’re both valid if you’re travelling to an EU country, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland.
Useful Links and Travel Advice:
Non-NHS Services
Some services provided are not covered under our contract with the NHS and therefore attract charges.
Examples include the following:
- Letter from the GP
- Medicals for pre-employment, sports and driving requirements (HGV, PSV etc.)
- Insurance Claim Forms
- Vaccines Certificates
- Firearms Certificate
The fees charged are based on the British Medical Association (BMA) suggested scales and our reception staff will be happy to advise you about them along with appointment availability.
Sexual Health & Contraception
Contraception
Did you know that we offer a wide range of contraceptive services including coils, Mirena and Implanon as well as the contraceptive pill, patches and injection (Depot Provera).
The long acting reversible methods, (coils, Mirena and Implanon), can be very convenient as they are extremely effective, lasting for three or more years but are quickly reversible. For more information, contact the surgery.
For more advice on Contraception go to: Contraception | Lets Talk About It
Where you can learn about all the different forms of contraceptive options and find out which might be the right match for you.
Cervical Smears
A cervical smear is recommended every 3 years for women ages 25-49, and every 5years for women ages 50-64 who have ever been sexually active. Please make an appointment with a practice nurse or, if you prefer, with one of the doctors.
For more information, click on the links below:
- Jo’s Trust – Cervical Smears Information
- Information for people who find it difficult to attend cervical screening (a smear test).
HPV Vaccine
This is now being offered to teenage girls between 12 and 18yrs.
Click here for the ‘NHS Immunisation Schedule’ for further information and advice.
24 yrs & Under Sexual Health Screening
Sexual health screening is available to patients aged 14-24 yrs who have no signs of infection. Common sexually transmitted infections can be screened for without the need for an examination. For further information or to make an appointment, telephone the surgery.
Young People & Sexual Health
Staff have been fully trained in providing this sensitive service to young people and we were the first practice in Nottingham to be accredited the ‘Young Person Friendly’ status by Nottingham City Council. Teenagers are welcome at the surgery where we offer a friendly and strictly confidential service, including sexual health advice and sexual health screening. Common sexually transmitted infections can be screened for without the need for an examination.
All patients, including those under 16 maybe seen by a doctor or nurse either alone, with a friend or you may request a chaperone. Every consultation with be dealt with in the strictest confidence.
Why do I need to use condoms?
Condoms should be used for vaginal, anal and oral sex to protect against, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Genital Warts, Genital Herpes, and HIV amongst others, and to prevent unintended pregnancies. STIs are much more common than you may think and often there are no symptoms.
Where do I go if I think I have got an STI?
- The Nottingham City Hospital GUM Dept Clinic for full sexual health screening:
Appointments – 0115 962 7744 - This service is available to everyone at:
- Gate 2, Hucknall Road
Nottingham NG5 1PB
- Gate 2, Hucknall Road
- Contraception and Sexual Health at Victoria Health Centre, for Chlamydia testing and advice, Tel: 0115 950 9151
- The Health Shop, for advice and support, Tel: 0115 947 5414
- NHS Direct for your nearest sexual health clinic, Tel: 0845 46 47
- National AIDS Helpline Tel: 0800 567 123 For advice about services and clinics.
Where do I go for emergency contraception?
- Victoria Health Centre, for contraception and sexual health, Tel: 0115 950 9151
- Nottingham Walk-in Centre is open every day including weekends and bank holidays between 7am and 9pm. Seaton House, London Road, Nottingham NG2 4LA Tel: 0115 883 8500
- Your GP
- Your local pharmacy.
Over 40s Health Check
The NHS Health Check programme is for adults in England aged between 40 and 74. If you’re invited for an NHS Health Check you’ll be offered a series of routine tests that will help identify your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. You can find out more about the importance of those diseases in Why these four diseases?
Why Do I Need A Health Check?
Everyone has a chance of developing heart disease, stroke, kidney disease or type 2 diabetes. NHS Health Check will help you and your GP or health professional to identify your risk earlier. You’ll then be given advice on what action you can take to lower your risk and improve your chances of a healthier life. For example, making changes to your diet or becoming more active.
How Do I Get A Health Check?
If you’re aged between 40 and 74 and haven’t already been diagnosed with heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, or had a stroke, you will be invited for your check at some time over the coming years. Local primary care trusts (PCTs) will choose who receives the check first. This means it may be some time before you’re invited. If you’re registered with a GP, you may be invited for the check by letter, or you may be offered the check when you’re at your GP or local pharmacy for another reason. If you’re not registered with a GP, it’s a good idea to register now.
If you’re concerned about your health, don’t wait until your NHS Health Check to do something about it. Go to your GP as you would normally. Adults who have already been diagnosed with one of the four diseases won’t be invited for the check, and their condition will continue to be managed as usual.
NHS HEALTH CHECKS for patients age 40 to 74yrs – for more information click below:
Diabetes Clinic
Diabetes is a condition which is becoming ever more common, and there is a lot that can be done to reduce the severity of any complications from this disease.
We hold Diabetic checks regularly for our Diabetic patients, and you will be sent a letter when you are due to come into the surgery to see the nurse.
If this is your first visit our nurse will arrange for you to have a blood tests to monitor your kidney function and to estimate how well your diabetes is controlled. You will also need to bring a urine sample.
The nurse will measure your blood pressure, weight, and eyesight. They will test the urine for glucose and protein and discuss the results of your home blood glucose tests, so remember to bring your results with you. They will look at the results of your blood tests and discuss those with you. They may then advise you on your progress and if necessary they can adjust your medication.
We also have a specialist diabetic nurse who runs a clinic twice per month. Patients need to be referred to this clinic and help those patients with more complicated symptoms.
Helpful Information for Diabetics:
MyType1 Diabetes – free online support for patients.
MyType1 Diabetes is a free online resource with tailored support to help adults in England live well with their type 1 diabetes.
It can help patients understand more about type 1 diabetes and increase their confidence in managing their condition through e-learning, signposting to local services and a wide-range of content available in 10 different languages including Polish, Spanish and Urdu.
The programme is for people over the age of 18, with type 1 diabetes and can be accessed by individuals, families and carers.
Asthma Review Form
For information and advice visit Asthma UK. The website provides useful help and support, they also provide useful information on inhaler techniques.
Please remember to see the nurse or our pharmacist regularly for your annual asthma review.
It is important to monitor your Asthma regularly. If your symptoms are deteriorating or you have any concerns, please make an appointment to see the nurse or GP as soon as possible.
Are you a young person with Asthma trying to manage your symptoms and live independently?
For help and support go to: Home – Moving on Asthma
GP Referral
What happens when you are referred by your GP to see a specialist?
See the leaflet below for more information
Self-referrals are welcome or referrals from friends and professionals with consent.They take referrals securely online or via our helpline.
Notts SVS
The following links might be useful:
- Contact Page: https://nottssvss.org.uk/contact/
- Professional Referral Form: https://nottssvss.org.uk/online-referral-form/
- Self Referral Form: https://nottssvss.org.uk/online-self-referral-form/
Helpline – 0115 941 0440
7 days-a-week – 10am – 1pm
Plus Monday to Friday – 4.30pm – 7.30pm