News - DARLINGTON PRIMARY CARE NETWORK

Covid Restriction Update

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Jul 13, 2021 | COVID-19

Throughout the pandemic we have strived to make the surgeries as safe as possible for all of our patients and staff and we will continue to do so going forward. From 19th July nothing will change at the surgery – patients will still need to wear a mask, socially...

Vaccine Passport

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Jul 13, 2021 | COVID-19

Patients in England who have had a full course of the COVID-19 vaccine will be able to demonstrate their COVID-19 vaccination status for international travel. A full course is currently two doses of any approved vaccine. People can prove their vaccination status by...

2nd dose AstraZeneca appointments

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | May 24, 2021 | COVID-19

Following the government’s decision that all 2nd doses should be done from 8 weeks rather than 11, we have had to rearrange all of 2nd dose appointments. If you attended Feethams House for your 1st dose AstraZeneca vaccine and were given an appointment for your 2nd...

The re-opening of GP practices

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | May 14, 2021 | COVID-19

Over the last year the way General Practice works has changed drastically in response to the COVID 19 pandemic. GP surgeries in Darlington and most NHS areas have been open throughout and have never stopped seeing patients face to face. Over the last 2 months GPs are...

Residents reassured that there are enough second doses at Darlington vaccination site

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Apr 22, 2021 | COVID-19

People registered with a GP in Darlington who had their first Covid-19 jab at Feethams House vaccination centre should not be concerned about second dose supply. Everyone who has had their first dose at Feethams House is urged to attend the appointment for their...

88% of people in cohort 1-9 in Darlington have received their first dose

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Apr 8, 2021 | COVID-19

So far, 88% of people in cohort 1-9 in Darlington have received their first dose of Astra Zeneca or Pfizer with the majority receiving Astra Zeneca. Those patients currently eligible for a COVID 19 vaccine who have: Had a Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis Acquired or...

Darlington Memorial Community phlebotomy service.

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Apr 6, 2021 | Health

Patients who are wanting to make an appointment with the Darlington Memorial Community phlebotomy service need to make an appointment by calling the designated number which is 01325 743578.

Oxford – Astra Zeneca Covid-19 vaccine

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Mar 18, 2021 | COVID-19

Oxford – Astra Zeneca Covid-19 vaccine FAQs – related to incidence of PE/DVT (blood clots) Why is it in the news? There have been a small number of cases of DVT/PE – blood clots in legs or lungs in patients who have had the Oxford AZ vaccine. It is important to...

Vaccinating those age 50+ – moving to cohort 9

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Mar 16, 2021 | COVID-19

VACCINATING THOSE AGED 50 & OVER We are now inviting those in cohort 9 (aged 50 and over) to book an appointment and you will received an invite via text. The 16 & 17 yr olds in cohort 6 will be contacted shortly. To book, please visit...

Second Doses Update

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Mar 15, 2021 | COVID-19

Second Doses Update From this evening, we will beginning to contact people to book their 2nd dose vaccination appointments Patients will hear from us in the 11th week since having their first vaccination. Thank you for your patience whilst we roll this...