Portsmouth Clinical Commissioning Group
Portsmouth NHS Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is responsible for commissioning a wide range of NHS services for people who live and work in the city of Portsmouth. The CCG aims to work with organisations providing care to ensure that city residents get the highest quality care possible.
We are clinically-led, and have close relationships with our members – the GP practices serving patients across Portsmouth – and are working closely with our primary care services to manage demand and access, particularly as we head into winter.
We work alongside Portsmouth City Council to improve and integrate NHS and social care services through the Health and Care Portsmouth programme.
Monkeypox: advice from UKHSA
UKHSA has advised that cases of monkeypox have increased recently but the risk to the UK population remains low. Advice from UKHSA is that this...View More
All change for The University Surgery after site move and name change
Uni-City Medical Centre, formerly known as The University Surgery, is welcoming patients to its new, purpose-built premises. On Monday, 23 May, the GP Practice opened...View More
Heard about monkeypox?
You may have heard about monkeypox in the news recently. But what is it, what are the symptoms and how can you access help and...View More
Portsmouth Practices announce plans to merge
Lake Road Practice and Sunnyside Medical Centre are excited to announce plans to merge later in the year. The proposed merger is to ensure the...View More
Past and current smokers invited to get free lung health check
Past and current smokers in Portsmouth are being invited to a NHS lung health check in a drive to improve earlier diagnosis of lung cancer...View More
Do I have COVID, a common cold, or something else? How you can tell the difference between symptoms
Though the weather is getting warmer, colds, coughs, and viruses (including COVID-19) are still with us. Some of these illnesses can have very similar symptoms,...View More
GP practices appeal for patience and kindness
GP practices, like all NHS services locally, are currently experiencing increased demand for services, and with escalating COVID-19 cases and increased staff absences, GPs are...View More
Urgent plea to public in Hampshire and Isle of Wight amid “perfect storm” of NHS pressures and rocketing rates of COVID-19
Health leaders today issue an urgent plea to communities amid a “perfect storm” of rising pressure on services and rocketing COVID-19 rates. It comes as...View More
NHS offers top tips to get the best care, and support frontline teams
With frontline health and care teams facing significant pressures, NHS leaders are offering advice on how to get the best possible care – and to...View More
The Harbour now open seven evenings-a-week
Out-of-hours mental health crisis service, The Harbour, has expanded the service to accommodate supporting local people seven evenings-a-week. Originally set up in autumn to run...View More
Events
Due to COVID-19, a lot of events are on hold, but we'll publish details here as and when they become available.View More
Your Health
If you feel ill or have had an accident, it can be difficult to know which NHS service to use and when. Though A&E might seem the easiest choice, it should only be used in an emergency. We have developed a handy guide to help you choose the right service for you.
Twitter
Have you got questions about breastfeeding?
The Start for Life Breastfeeding Friend... Chatbot has lots of useful information and advice.
Available whenever you need it, get the answers you need now: http://m.me/Start4LifeBreastfeedingFriend
#NationalBreastfeedingWeek
If you’re struggling with low mood or anxiety, or with a physical condition such as... chronic pain or fatigue, Talking Change can help.
The free and confidential service provides talking therapies to help you cope and feel better.
Find out more: https://talkingchange.nhs.uk
Come to the Live Well in Somerstown event on Friday 1 July, 11am – 1pm.
Have a ... chat over a cuppa with friendly people who can support you to live well and provide advice on money and health matters.
Find out more: http://www.portsmouth.gov.uk/livewell
Please don’t ignore your cervical screening invite - it's quick, pain-free, and ... helps save lives.
Watch our video to find out more about what happens at your screening - if you missed your last one, book an appointment with your GP practice now. #CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
Past and current smokers in Portsmouth are being invited for a free lung health check... to help diagnose lung cancer earlier and save more lives.
Find out more about the lung health checks in the clip below 👇 https://twitter.com/PHU_NHS/status/1539998289457733632
If you're going on holiday in England, remember to pack your medicines.
It's also a... good idea to make sure you’ve got the contact details for your GP practice at home. They can still help while you’re away.
As you learn to respond to the intense needs of a new baby, remember you are not ... alone.
Nothing is too small when asking for advice, as it may stop a situation from getting worse and start to put things back on track.
#ReadyforParenthood https://bit.ly/3lRIfUV
Though the weather is getting warmer, colds, coughs, and viruses (including COVID-19)... are still with us.
It may be hard to tell what you have and know how best to treat it. Read our advice to help you manage minor illnesses:
https://www.portsmouthccg.nhs.uk/do-i-have-covid-a-common-cold-or-something-else-how-you-can-tell-the-difference-between-symptoms/
If you're struggling with issues such as housing, money, relationships, work, or ... bereavement, or if you're suffering from low mood, anxiety or hopelessness, Positive Minds is a local support service that can help you.
Find out more: https://positivemindsportsmouth.org.uk
When Debby twisted her ankle, she decided to go to Gosport Urgent Treatment Centre
... She said: “Going to the UTC frees up the Emergency Department for important things.”
If you need medical help that isn’t life threatening, you can call 111 or visit your local UTC
#KnowWhereToGo
If you need medical help this weekend, but it's not a life-threatening emergency, ... please choose the right health service for your needs.
This will enable the NHS to help the greatest number of people.
Read more:https://www.portsmouthccg.nhs.uk/support-nhs/
#KnowWhereToGo
Sunburn is hot and sore skin caused by too much sun. While sunburn is often mild, ... it's important to avoid it.
If it's too late, see our advice: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sunburn/
Need help on a night out? Safe Space offers confidential advice, immediate medical ... care and help for minor injuries.
Safe Space is open every Friday and Saturday from 10pm - 3am, in the reception of Civic Offices, Guildhall Square.
If something in your body doesn’t feel right, the thought it could be cancer can ... play on your mind. But most people who go for tests find out it’s not cancer.
Finding out sooner is always better. Contact your GP practice.
Important information from @SCAS999 👇
Please only call 999 in a life-threatening ... or serious emergency.
Find out more about choosing the right medical service: https://www.portsmouthccg.nhs.uk/support-nhs/ https://twitter.com/SCAS999/status/1537359339584995328
If you're out in the sun, make sure you stay #WeatherAware ☀️
Drink plenty of ... water and wear sun cream to protect against high UV.
Look out for older people and others who may find it more difficult to stay cool and hydrated in hot weather.
With the weather heating up, we wanted to share advice about where to go if you or ... your loved ones are feeling unwell in the sun.
If you do need medical advice - make sure you #KnowWhereToGo to get the care you need as quickly as possible: https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/news/knowwheretogo-for-urgent-medical-help/611714
#KnowWhereToGo
Past and current smokers in Portsmouth are being invited for a free lung health check... to help diagnose lung cancer earlier and save more lives.
Keep an eye out for your yellow envelope from your GP inviting you for your lung health check.
Find out more: https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/lunghealthcheck.htm
Aches and pains?
Your local pharmacist can help with minor health problems, such as ... back pain, headache and migraine, and period pain.
For expert advice, talk to your pharmacist: http://nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/nhs-services/pharmacies/what-to-expect-from-your-pharmacy-team/
#HelpUsHelpYou
Find out about your risk of type 2 diabetes in just two minutes — it could be the ... most important thing you do this #DiabetesWeek.
Find out yours today. ➡️ http://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk