News from Monifieth Medical Practice

The latest news from Monifieth Medical Practice, including a selection of posts from our Facebook profile. Please join us on Facebook to keep up-to-date.


Posted: 12 September 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Winter Vaccinations

Vaccination will be offered to those at high risk of serious illness from flu and COVID-19 this winter. If you’re eligible, you’ll be contacted with information about your appointment.

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Posted: 25 July 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Breathing Space

Are you experiencing low mood, anxiety or distress? If you need to talk, NHS 24's Breathing Space service is there to listen. Get in touch on the phone or webchat for mental health and wellbeing advice: 0800 83 85 87 or breathingspace.scot.

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Posted: 25 July 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Whooping Cough

Coughs are irritating – they can disturb your sleep and make you feel quite unwell at times. But how can you tell the difference between a short-term cough or whooping cough? Read on to find out more.

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Posted: 11 June 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Rash Symptom Checker

Rashes are very common, can appear for a variety of reasons in different shapes and sizes. The rash symptom checker on NHS inform can give you help on how to manage your symptoms or when to seek further advice.

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Posted: 18 April 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Community Link Worker

Would you benefit from community link working? Our Community Link Worker at Monifieth Medical Practice is Scott Duncan and he can help you connect with local support and services, or community groups and activities.

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Posted: 15 April 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Bowel Cancer Awareness

The earlier Bowel Cancer is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be. Learn more about the possible symptoms of the disease.

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Posted: 18 March 2024 · Practice news

Job Vacancy: GP Partner/Salaried GP

Are you a passionate and driven General Practitioner looking for an exciting career opportunity? Monifieth Medical Practice welcomes highly motivated GPs to join our esteemed team, offering both partnership and salaried positions.

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Posted: 15 March 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Sleep Improvement Programme

Sleepio is an online sleep improvement program proven to help you clear your mind, improve your sleep, and have better days. It’sfree, needs no referral, and can be accessed by anyone in Scotland that requires support with sleep problems.

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Posted: 2 March 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Measles Awareness

Cases of measles are on the rise in parts of the UK and Europe. That’s why you should check everyone in your family has had two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.

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Posted: 2 March 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Pharmacy First

Your community pharmacy can offer advice and treatment for minor ailments. Please consider visiting a pharmacy before calling your GP or NHS24 as many ailments do not require you to see a doctor.

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Posted: 16 January 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Lifestyle Management Course

Are you stressed, struggling to cope or living with a long term health condition? Voluntary Action Angus's Lifestyle Management course could help you learn techniques that will reduce stress and give you the tools you need to manage better and live well. The first block of classes start on Wednesday 7th February at 5-7 The Cross, Forfar.

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Posted: 8 January 2024 · Practice news from Facebook

Got norovirus?

Norovirus is one of the most common stomach bugs and usually clears up by itself in a few days. There’s no cure so the best thing to do is stay at home and let it run its course.

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Posted: 22 December 2023 · Practice news

Festive Closures & Pharmacy Opening Times

Monifieth Medical Practice is closed from 23-26 December and 30 December – 2 January. If you have a non-urgent health issue over the festive holidays, please wait until we reopen or consider using a local community pharmacy.

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Posted: 22 December 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Festive Closures: Be prepared

Monifieth Medical Practice will be closed for four days at Christmas (23-26 December) and four days at New Year (30 December - 2 January). Make sure you have common medicines such as paracetamol (including liquid paracetamol for children), ibuprofen, cold and flu remedies, antihistamines and medicine for stomach bugs, as well as first aid kit supplies like plasters, bandages and antiseptic wipes/creams. Your pharmacist can advise on the best medications to have in your medicine cabinet.

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Posted: 22 December 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Bereavement Support

Cruse Scotland's free bereavement Helpline is available for you every day over the coming weeks, if you need to talk.

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Posted: 23 October 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Struggling with Anxiety?

Daylight is a digital programme to improve anxiety based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and is free for NHS patients based in Scotland. It's available on both iOS and Android devices.

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Posted: 6 September 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Flu/Covid Vaccinations

The Practice is not responsible for booking your flu/covid vaccinations. NHS Tayside has taken over the delivery of vaccinations from GP surgeries as part of the national Vaccination Transformation Programme. For further information about vaccinations, eligibility and contact details, please visit NHS Tayside Vaccination Programme.

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Posted: 30 August 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

NHS24 Mental Health Hub

The 111 Mental Health Hub is a free, confidential support for anyone in Scotland. Whether you're struggling with mental health worries or need help with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, our caring team is ready to listen, no matter your age.

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Posted: 16 August 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise. Has your child had two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine?

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Posted: 20 June 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is a common problem, affecting millions of people. Find out how to get help to manage the problem, including how to get in touch with NHS Tayside's Continence Advisory and Treatment Service at one of their three offices across Tayside.

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Posted: 15 June 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Have you previously had gestational diabetes?

Gestational diabetes usually resolves after pregnancy, BUT 1 in 2 women go on to develop type 2 diabetes in future – a condition which increases your risk of serious health complications. The good news is that type 2 diabetes can be prevented with lifestyle changes. Find out how to take part in a FREE support programme to help you to lose weight and prevent type 2 diabetes, from the comfort of your own home.

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Posted: 12 June 2023 · Practice news from Facebook

Angus Self-Management Course for Chronic Pain

Chronic Pain is difficult to live with. It is hard to understand, you can’t see it and it varies day to day sometimes for no apparent reason. In addition to pain, people often experience frustration, anxiety, stress, sleeplessness, low mood, isolation, communication and relationship problems. Learn more about how you can manage your chronic pain.

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Monifieth Medical Practice is proud to have provided personal medical care to the majority of the residents of Monifieth, in Angus, Scotland, since the 1960s.

Our aim is to provide a range of high quality, patient-centric, primary health care services delivered by committed and well-trained staff.

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Monifieth Medical Practice
The Health Centre
Victoria Street, Monifieth, Angus
DD5 4LX

01382 534301
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