Coronavirus infection rates across Greater Manchester have fallen by almost 30 percent in the last week, latest data has revealed.
21.01.2022 - 14:33 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Personal well-being and self-care have never been more important.
But a lot has changed over the past two years, including the ways you should access help and support from medical professionals.
GP practices are open for all patients - and have been throughout the pandemic.
However, the way patients can access them has changed to ensure people get the right care and support at the right time, and as safely and effectively as possible.
All practices in Manchester now have online forms on their website so you can send them a request for an appointment, and they can advise on the type of help you might need.
Most GP practices are using a telephone first approach - meaning your first point of contact will be over the phone, or by video call so you can get the help and care you need as quickly as possible.
Many common conditions can be assessed and diagnosed by your doctor using telephone or video consultation. They are experienced and skilled in doing this. Using technology like this will help to protect you, your family and loved ones - and GP practice staff from the potential risk of the virus. It also means they can work more flexibly around your day and your commitments.
However, if your GP feels a face-to-face appointment is necessary, one will be arranged for you. The introduction of phone and video consultations means you’ll be able to get a face-to-face appointment quicker if you need one.
Often, health concerns can be managed effectively without the need for a visit to your GP practice.
Your appointment might not always be with a GP. Practices have a team of specialists working alongside GPs, which includes nurses, health care assistants, pharmacists, physiotherapists and mental health specialists. This team can
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