Thank you for two million doses
We made it to two million doses of the Covid-19 vaccine - thanks to you; now let's keep going to make sure as many people as possible are protected.
It's in a little more than six months that 1,212,538 first doses (as at 1st July) and 909,492 second doses (as at 1st July) have been given to people living in Kent and Medway. It's an incredible achievement, but there is still more to do.
If you need a vaccine, there are many different ways you can grab a jab at booked and walk-in appointments across Kent and Medway; please keep checking our web page with details of clinics as more are added all the time.
We know that sometimes booking an appointment isn't most convenient for you, that's why our walk-in clinics may suit you better - be vaccinated at a time and location that is right for you.
If you have adult children aged 18 and over and they haven't yet had the vaccine, please let them know too about the walk-in clinics.
You can also now find 13 pharmacies and 10 GP-led vaccination clinics on the national booking service, with a further four GP sites due to be added soon. Anyone can use GP services listed on the national booking system; you don’t need to be registered with the practice.
A full list of vaccination sites can be found at www.kentandmedwayccg.nhs.uk/covid19vaccine
It's in a little more than six months that 1,212,538 first doses (as at 1st July) and 909,492 second doses (as at 1st July) have been given to people living in Kent and Medway. It's an incredible achievement, but there is still more to do.
If you need a vaccine, there are many different ways you can grab a jab at booked and walk-in appointments across Kent and Medway; please keep checking our web page with details of clinics as more are added all the time.
We know that sometimes booking an appointment isn't most convenient for you, that's why our walk-in clinics may suit you better - be vaccinated at a time and location that is right for you.
If you have adult children aged 18 and over and they haven't yet had the vaccine, please let them know too about the walk-in clinics.
You can also now find 13 pharmacies and 10 GP-led vaccination clinics on the national booking service, with a further four GP sites due to be added soon. Anyone can use GP services listed on the national booking system; you don’t need to be registered with the practice.
A full list of vaccination sites can be found at www.kentandmedwayccg.nhs.uk/covid19vaccine
Planning a pregnancy? Where to go for handy tips and advice
Planning to have a baby is exciting, whether it’s your first pregnancy or you already have a child or children.
It’s important to think about your diet, exercise and mental health, as well as lifestyle habits such as smoking and drinking alcohol.
This NHS short video, with sign language, helps explain how you and your partner can prepare for pregnancy. You can also visit the preparing for pregnancy page of the new Bump, Birth and Beyond website or follow @NHSKMCCG on Twitter and look out for #ReadyForPregnancy
Lung Cancer: Spot the difference and take action
Early symptoms of lung cancer can be subtle and easy to ignore. A bit of breathlessness is put down to being a bit out of shape. Lack of energy can be poor diet or low mood. A persistent cough can easily be confused with Covid
Spot the difference is a new awareness campaign from the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. It aims to help people spot the difference in their health, identifying symptoms that are unusual for them and encourage and reassure them to take action.
Spot the difference is a new awareness campaign from the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. It aims to help people spot the difference in their health, identifying symptoms that are unusual for them and encourage and reassure them to take action.
Happy birthday NHS
Our NHS celebrated its 73rd birthday on Monday (5th July) as it continues to address the impact of the pandemic; its biggest challenge since it was created.
Saturday saw landmarks in Kent and Medway light up blue to mark the occasion and also to commemorate those we have lost to Covid-19. The clock tower in Gravesend, Brook Theatre in Chatham, Rochester Bridge and Herne Bay clock tower all went blue in support.
Saturday saw landmarks in Kent and Medway light up blue to mark the occasion and also to commemorate those we have lost to Covid-19. The clock tower in Gravesend, Brook Theatre in Chatham, Rochester Bridge and Herne Bay clock tower all went blue in support.
The next day, #ThankYouDay acknowledged the NHS workers, key workers and volunteers who have supported the country during the pandemic. On our birthday itself, NHS teams across the county celebrated with the big tea. This was a chance to have a cup of tea together and take a moment to thank our colleagues throughout health and care.
We would like to thank you too, our communities; you have supported us by following the rules and protecting the NHS throughout.
Thank you
Read the full bulletin at >> https://bit.ly/3AKnwHW
NHS Kent and Medway Clinical Commissioning Group
