Latest information regarding coronavirus
Covid 19 Recovery Certificates
Please be advised that the Medical Centre does not provide recovery letters for travel. Some private GP’s/private practices do offer this chargeable service, please do not contact the Medical Centre to request a certificate as we will be unable to provide it.
For more information please visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/nhs-covid-pass .
Coronavirus Vaccination Booster
Appointments for Booster vaccinations
Charnwood Borough Council can be booked by clicking on this link:
Charnwood Vaccine Clinic
You can also use these details to book 1st and 2nd doses if still needed. 2nd doses are due 8 weeks after the 1st dose.
Please note if you book for your 2nd dose or Booster too early you will be turned away by the clinic
The vaccines used for booster doses are Pfizer or Moderna and the type of booster vaccine does not depend on what you received for your first two doses.
Third doses of the Covid vaccine for people with suppressed immune systems
People aged 12 and over and who had severely weakened immune systems at the time of their first or second doses of the Covid-19 vaccine are eligible to receive a third dose. They may not have generated a full immune response to the first two doses and therefore may be less protected than the wider population.
Conditions which mean you might have had a suppressed immune system include:
- a blood cancer (such as leukaemia or lymphoma)
- a weakened immune system due to a treatment (such as steroid medicine, biological therapy, chemotherapy or radiotherapy)
- an organ or bone marrow transplant
- a condition that means you have a very high risk of getting infections
- a condition or treatment your specialist advises makes you eligible for a 3rd dose
Third doses of the Covid vaccine for people with suppressed immune systems information
Update (19th July) - COVID-19 and Face Coverings
Campus View Medical Centre would like to thank all of the patients and staff who have contributed to safety measures to reduce the risk of infection from and spread of COVID-19 in our local community.
Safety measures have included increased use of telephone / video / email consulting, reduced waiting room capacity, hand sanitising, social distancing and the wearing of face coverings inside the building.
From the 19th July 2021 the UK Government has announced that the wearing of face coverings is no longer mandated by law. This first came into law on 23rd July 2020.
Prior to 23rd July 2020, along with other healthcare providers, Campus View Medical Centre requested the wearing of face coverings when entering the building and this has been accepted by the majority of individuals as necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and to protect vulnerable and elderly individuals in our community.
There is a certain amount of choice in going to a shop, restaurant, pub or entertainment venue but if you need to attend the GP then it is out of necessity. Those individuals who are medically vulnerable to serious illness or death from COVID-19 can take steps to reduce their risk of exposure but may not be able to avoid visiting the GP. Face coverings have a greater role in preventing the spread of infection to others than providing individual protection to the wearer. It is therefore not simply the case that vulnerable individuals are protected by wearing their own face covering; we can all play a part in protecting vulnerable individuals by continuing to use face coverings indoors in public spaces.
We ask that you continue to wear a face covering when visiting the Practice for the protection of medically vulnerable individuals. This will also reduce the risk of infection to staff members; if staff members become infected then this could potentially impact on availability of appointments.
Young children and those individuals who have a medical cause to be exempted from the wearing of a face covering have always been able to access face-to-face clinical appointments when clinically necessary.
Other healthcare providers, including local hospitals and general practices, are asking that from 19th July 2021 that patients, visitors and staff continue to wear face coverings inside their buildings. Public Health England Infection Prevention Control guidance remains that face coverings should continue to be used in healthcare settings after 19th July 2021.
The team at Campus View Medical Centre are grateful for your understanding regarding the need to continue wearing a face covering when visiting your General Practice from 19th July 2021.
Worried about having your second dose of AstraZeneca?
Worried about having your second dose of AstraZeneca?
Travel Abroad and COVID-19
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/travel-advice-novel-coronavirus
COVID-19 vaccination FAQs: students in Higher Education Institutions
COVID-19 vaccination FAQs: students in Higher Education Institutions
COVID-19 Vaccination Certification & the NHSapp
We are unable to issue certificates at the practice.
Alternatively you can call the NHS helpline on 119 and ask for a letter to be posted to you. This must be at least 5 days after you've completed your course of the vaccine. The letter may take up to 5 days to reach you.
COVID-19 & Face Coverings
We are aware that some patients might be understandably anxious about the Government’s recent announcements around the use of face masks in various public settings
GPs are unfortunately not in a position to provide individual risk assessments or letters for patients who feel that they should be exempt from wearing a face mask.
The requirement to wear a face covering does not apply to:
a child under the age of 11
passengers in an allocated cabin, berth or other similar accommodation, when they are alone or with members of their household or support bubble
passengers who remain in their private vehicle while on board public transport, for example on a car ferry
an employee of the transport operator, when they are acting in the course of their employment
any other person providing services to the transport operator, under arrangements made with the transport operator, who is providing those services
a constable or police community support officer acting in the course of their duty
an emergency responder such as a paramedic or fire officer acting in the course of their duty
an official, for example a border force officer, acting in the course of their duties
You also do not need to wear a face covering if you have a good reason not to. This includes:
if you have a physical or mental illness or impairment, or a disability that means you cannot put on, wear or remove a face covering
if putting on, wearing or removing a face covering would cause you severe distress
if you are travelling with, or providing assistance to, someone who relies on lip reading to communicate
if you are travelling to avoid injury or escape the risk of harm, and you do not have a face covering with you
if you need to remove it during your journey to avoid harm or injury or the risk of harm or injury to yourself or others
if you need to eat, drink, or take medication you can remove your face covering
if you are asked to remove your face covering by a police officer or other official, for example to check your railcard
When to wear a face covering
There are some places where you must wear a face covering by law. Different rules exist in different parts of the UK about which you can find out more on the relevant regional websites.
Please follow the guidelines from England while you attend Loughborough University.
- England
- Northern Ireland
- Scotland
- Wales
COVID-19 Vaccination - Guide for adults.
This leaflet explains phase 2 of the COVID-19 vaccination programme, who is eligible and who needs to have the vaccine to protect them from Coronavirus.COVID-19 Vaccination - Guide for adults
Communicating the potential benefits and harms of the Astra-Zeneca COVID-19 vaccine
Weighing up the potential benefits and harms of the Astra-Zeneca COVID-19 vaccine.COVID-19 Stats 07-04-21
What parents and carers need to know about schools and other education settings during the coronavirus outbreak
Information for parents and carers about the wider opening of nurseries, schools and colleges, transport, attendance, free school meals and remote education.
Information for Parents
Start a Conversation
Councils, police and the NHS across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are coming together to encourage residents who are experiencing mental health concerns during the coronavirus pandemic to seek support. By visiting the Start a Conversation website – http://www.startaconversation.co.uk – you will be able to find a range of information on services that can provide help during a crisis, as well as how to maintain good mental health and provide support to family and friends.
Support for the bereaved
The death of a loved one can be among the most difficult moments that any of us will face in our lives, and it often falls on those closest to the deceased and grieving the most to organise the funeral.
This leaflet shares important information to help bereaved families, friends or next of kin make important decisions during this national emergency and explains the next steps, answers some of your questions, and guides you to the extra help and support that is available.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/support-for-the-bereaved?utm_source=3aee2c3a-6adf-49fe-8d7e-b8852ca12f05&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate
Coronavirus (COVID-19): providing unpaid care
Guidance for anyone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who cannot cope without their support.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-providing-unpaid-care?utm_source=1e75175c-6372-4271-a1c1-4290a058ebe9&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate
Caring for people at the highest clinical risk from Covid-19 FAQs
CARING FOR PEOPLE AT HIGHEST CLINICAL RISK FROM COVID-19 -Background and FAQs for patients
Coronavirus and diabetes
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about_us/news/coronavirus
Guidance on supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-on-supporting-children-and-young-peoples-mental-health-and-wellbeing?utm_source=198a9e75-a418-4442-9102-7c714bd37c3c&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate
Every Mind Matters
Expert advice and top tips on how to look after your mental wellbeing while staying at home during the coronavirus outbreak. It also includes guidance if you’re feeling worried or anxious about the outbreak.
www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/
Every Mind Matters - New sleep resources
Following Mental Health Awareness week, Public Health England has produced a new set of resources to encourage people to be kind to themselves by taking action to improve their sleep. The resources include tips and advice on getting a good night’s sleep and are available for everyone concerned about the impact of sleep on mental wellbeing.
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/sleep/
Guidance for mental health and wellbeing aspects of coronavirus (COVID-19)
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-for-the-public-on-mental-health-and-wellbeing/guidance-for-the-public-on-the-mental-health-and-wellbeing-aspects-of-coronavirus-covid-19
Domestic abuse - where to get help during the COVID-19 pandemic
CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION IN DIFFERENT LANGUAGES AND FORMATS
https://www.leicestercityccg.nhs.uk/my-health/coronavirus-advice/coronavirus-information-in-different-languages-and-formats/
A collection of coronavirus information, relevant for local patients, including different languages, audio, easy-read and sign language.
Self-Isolating and how to get your medication if you live on campus
Students who are self-isolating in halls can order their routine medication from The Medicine Box.
- Order Repeat Prescriptions via secure website at themedicinebox.co.uk
- You must state that you are self-isolating.
- You will then be messaged by The Medicine Box to say when your medication is ready for collection
- You must arrange payment over the phone with The Medicine Box
- The Medicine Box can then contact the halls team to collect and deliver the medication to you.
Connect and protect
Connect and Protect is a University process that has been developed to support the national Test and Trace system. https://www.lboro.ac.uk/internal/back-to-campus/connect-protect/ Please fill out the enclosed form if you have symptoms of COVID-19.