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2nd dose AstraZeneca appointments

by Tori Gill | 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...

Cohort 6 – Vaccination those aged 18 and over

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Mar 12, 2021 | COVID-19

We are in the process are sending texts to those aged 18 and over who are eligible for a vaccine in cohort 6. If you receive a text, please visit darlington.nhsvaccinations.co.uk and book an appointment. If people think they are in cohort 6 and have not had a...

Cohort 6 – vaccine booking update

by Darlingtonpcn_admin | Mar 4, 2021 | COVID-19

The following cohorts should be able to book via the local link: Those aged 65 years and over Those aged 50 years and over with underlying health conditions, which put them at higher risk of serious disease and mortality. PCN booking linke ...