COVID-19 Vaccine update
22.06.21 A message from Kernow CCG..
Sunday COVID Pfizer vaccine walk-in clinics to run at Stithians and Royal Cornwall Showground between 10am and 6pm
Anyone in Cornwall, who has not yet had their COVID vaccination is invited to drop-in with no need to book ahead at the large vaccination centres at Stithians and Wadebridge showgrounds.
All adults aged 18 or over who have not yet had their first dose or booked a slot through the National Booking Service (NBS), can come along to the Stithians Showground near Truro or Royal Cornwall Showground between 10am and 6pm on Sunday 27 June to receive a Pfizer vaccine.
Sunday walk-in clinics are running to make it even easier for people to get their first dose of Pfizer, get protected and stop the rise in COVID rates across Cornwall.
Iain Davidson, clinical lead at the vaccination centres, said: “We want to make it as easy for as many eligible people as possible, to take up the offer of a COVID jab and so we are running a walk-in COVID clinic this Sunday.
“With the sharp rise in the number of COVID cases we’re asking everyone to #doitforCornwall by rolling up their sleeve, getting protected and stop the spread of the virus.
“We have plenty of vaccines available. There is no need to book, just come along – but please be patient as it could be busy.”
Friendly vaccinators and volunteers will be ready to welcome people to the site and keep things running smoothly.
Regular updates will be posted across Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust Facebook and Twitter pages, providing details of any changes or delays in or around the large vaccination centres throughout the day.
People who already have a confirmed booking slot for either first or second doses, should continue to attend their booked appointment as planned.
Other vaccination services are available for anyone who is unable to make the walk-in on Sunday.
First and second doses appointment can be booked by logging on to the national NHS booking service, or calling 119 free of charge.
Adults aged 40 and over can also receive their second dose of the vaccine sooner – reducing the wait from 12 weeks to 8 weeks.
People who have already have a second booked vaccination appointment for their second dose on the national booking system can log on to the system to change their appointment.
Please continue to check the NHS Kernow website for the latest details about vaccination sites.
21.06.21 If you are 18 or older and have updated your mobile number and not told us then you might not receive your message to book your Covid vaccine.
Please contact us Monday to Friday after 2pm to update your mobile number.
You can book your jab on the National Booking System via this link: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/book-coronavirus-vaccination/ or calling 119.
Please stay safe and follow the government guidelines.
COVID-19 Vaccine status proof
From 17 May 2021, people in England who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can demonstrate their vaccination status for international travel. A full course is currently two doses of any approved vaccine. Vaccine status will be available from:
It may take more than a week for your identity to be checked and verified so you can use this service.
If you cannot access the online services, and you have had 2 vaccines, you can request a paper letter from the NHS by calling 119. Only call 119 if you are due to travel abroad in the near future and have had your second dose more than 5 working days ago. It may take 7 working days for the letter to arrive.
This practice is not able to provide you with a letter that shows your COVID-19 vaccination status.
When you're planning your travel, check the latest information on demonstrating your COVID-19 status when travelling abroad on the gov.uk website. Make sure there is time to get proof of your vaccination status before you leave.
Online Services
eConsult is a service available Monday to Friday (exc Bank Holidays). It is for people who want advice from their doctor, self-help information or have an administrative request. Please click on the blue box below to start:
NEW SERVICE: See a GP by video with Livi. Even at the weekend.
Patients of The Clays Practice can now see an NHS GP by video using Livi. Get medical advice, prescriptions and referrals on the same day – both on weekdays, out of hours between 18.30pm - 22.00pm, and at weekends between 8.00am - 16.00pm. The service is provided free on the NHS.
You can download the Livi app to your mobile phone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play. Or visit livi.co.uk for more information.
Livi GPs are all GMC-registered NHS GPS, who (with your consent) will be able to access your medical records and give you a considered, in-depth diagnosis based on your medical history.
Get the Livi app here: https://bit.ly/35YeCsK
*Access to online services is now via the NHS App*
We are now suggesting that patients download the NHS app (available via App Stores), where you can order medication, view medical records and Covid vaccine status. Click here for more information on the NHS App
You can also order medication via either:
Please allow two/three full working days for your order and note that orders requested after 2.00pm will not be processed until the next working day.
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The NHS and Public Health England (PHE) are extremely well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal.
Stay at home if you have coronavirus symptoms
Stay at home if you have either:
- a high temperature – you feel hot to touch on your chest or back
- a new, continuous cough – this means you've started coughing repeatedly
Do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital.
You do not need to contact 111 to tell them you're staying at home.
Testing for coronavirus is not needed if you're staying at home.
Read the NHS advice about staying home, including how long to isolate for.
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if:
- you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
- your condition gets worse
- your symptoms do not get better after 7 days
Use the 111 coronavirus service
Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.
For region specific information and advice in:
The Clays Practice
Welcome to our Practice, which covers the area commonly known as the “Clays Area”.
Our main site at Roche is open from 08.30– 18.00 and our surgeries at St Dennis and Bugle are open every morning until noon.
Our surgery premises are as follows:
| Clays Area Health Centre | Victoria Road, Roche, St Austell, PL26 8JF |
| Bugle Surgery | Roche Road, Bugle, PL26 8PP |
| St Dennis Surgery | Fore Street, St Dennis, PL26 8AD |
Telephone Contact:
Telephone - (08:00 - 18:30) - 01726 890 370
If you call between 08:00 and 08:30 or 18:00 and 18:30, you will be able to speak to our message handling service.
Out of Hours Service (18:30 - 08:00): 111
(Site updated 22/06/2021)