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Things you can get done by seeing a nurse |
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Blood pressure checks for patients on treatment for blood pressure (usually 6 monthly) Repeat prescriptions and checks for patients on hormone replacement therapy or contraceptive pills. Emergency contraception Well man or well woman check. (If you think you are well and want to have some basic checks done as well as healthy lifestyle enquiries). Travel plans for getting the best health protection if you travel abroad. Please come 6 weeks before you travel. Contraceptive injections. Over 75 health checks Patients over the age of 75 are invited to have a general check on their health every year. This can be arranged at home. This is to check on health and general welfare and is particularly important for those living alone and have not seen a doctor or nurse in the previous year. Advice on all aspects of healthy living. Diet advice, help with stopping smoking etc. |
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