Local health bosses have urged the public to protect themselves from Covid-19 ahead of the Christmas period.

The booster programme is underway and those who are eligible for the top-up jab are being encouraged to book their appointment as soon as possible. Those who are eligible for a booster include over 40s, those with a health condition that puts them at serious complications from Covid-19 and health and social care workers.

Those who are eligible can book an appointment on the NHS website or by calling 119.

Hospitals

• We have seen 84 admissions in the seven days to 21 November, which compares to 64 in the previous 7-day period
• We had 187 beds occupied by Covid+ patients on 23 November, this compares to 189 beds on 16 November
• Of those 187 beds, 9% (17 beds) were mechanically ventilated and in the most critical condition
• In the week from 18-24 November there were 17 deaths, which compares to 19 the previous week

*Sherwood Forest Hospitals, Nottingham University Hospitals and Nottinghamshire Healthcare Trust

General Practice

• Latest data shows that in October there were 577,747 GP appointments with 64 per cent of these being face-to-face and 45 per cent of patients being seen the same day or next.

Vaccinations

• Latest figures (8 December – 21 November) show in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 1,454,974 first and second dose vaccines have been administered. This means that 82.4 per cent of over 18s have now received 2 doses.
• 60 per cent of 18-29-year-olds have had two doses.
• 89.1 per cent of those aged 30 and over have had two doses.
• 42 per cent of 12-15-year-olds in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire have had one dose of the vaccine.

Remember 

The NHS is here for you and so if you are concerned about a new lump or mole or have any other health issues then please get in touch with your GP. 

If it is not an emergency you can use a range of service, such as: 

Pharmacy 

Pharmacies can offer over the counter advice and treat common illnesses such as colds, sore throats, stings and allergies. 

Call 111 First 

Once a patients calls 111 or visits 111 online they will be navigated to the most appropriate service, first time by a trained operator. The operator will even be able to book appointments and timeslots at the most appropriate health service for your needs. 

Visit the NHS Urgent Care Centre 

• Nottingham – The NHS Urgent Care Centre (next to the BBC building) is open every day from 7am-9pm. It deals with non-life threatening injuries and health problems. You don’t need an appointment to attend. Seaton House, London Road, Nottingham, NG2 4LA Tel: 0115 883 8500 
• Newark – Newark Urgent Treatment Centre at Newark Hospital is open 9am-9pm. It can be found on Boundary Road, NG24 4DE  
• Sutton In Ashfield – Primary Care 24 is open 24 hours a day and can be found at King’s Mill Hospital, NG17 4JL