A DOCTORS’ surgery in Norton is urging patients to “keep the flu at bay” by booking a vaccination appointment.

The Derwent Surgery has launched its annual campaign to raise awareness of the flu vaccination.

It is available to pregnant women, people living in long-stay care homes, those aged 65 and over, people working in health care services and to those with an existing medical condition such as asthma.

To book an appointment, phone the Derwent Surgery on 01653 600069.

Flu vaccinations are also available at Pickering Medical Practice, in Southgate, by phoning 01751 471296, and Kirkbymoorside Surgery in Tinley Garth by phoning 01751 431254 or online at thekirkbymoorsidesurgery.co.uk