New Primary Care Services at Claremont Hospital

The Claremont Hospital has introduced 3 new Primary Care Services with immediate effect,offering a wide range of daytime,evening and Saturday Morning appointments;

 

HPV or Cervical Cancer Vaccine

This is now availible for Young Women and Girls from 13 years to 25 years.

The vaccine which provides protection against the Human Papilloma Virus which is implicated as the main causative factor in cervical cancer.

Cervical Cancer is a type of cancer which effects the neck of the womb.

 The vaccine is administered in 3 doses over a 6 month period and is most effective before the onset of sexual activity.

The vaccine is currently available free via the NHS in school for 12-13 year old girls.

For a confidential discussion or to book an appointment please call 0114 263 2114 

A referral from your GP is not required

Cervical Smear Tests

The hospital now provides Cervical Liquid Smear Testing carried out by a qualified Female Practice Nurse for Young Women from 16 years with no upper age limit.

This test looks for abnormal cells in the Cervix or neck of the womb,which may be a precursor of cervical cancer.

The Test is currently available free via the NHS for those women between the ages of 25 and 50 years.

For  confidential advice or to book an appointment for a test please call 0114 263 2114.

A referral from your GP is not required.

 

Ear Syringing

Ear syringing is now available from our Practice Nurse Team.

Call 0114 263 2114 for advice or to book an appointment.

A referral from your GP is not required

 

Hospital Directors Statement on MRSA Policy and Patient Screening

The Claremont Hospital fully meets the Department of Health requirements on MRSA Policy and Patient Screening.

Tony Barrett

Hospital Director

Claremont Hospital

30th March 2009