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.
The Monifieth Breast Buddies group will be getting a visit from the NHS Tayside Childsmile team on 5th December. This is a great opportunity to learn more about caring for your little one's teeth, ask any questions you may have and pick up some free toothbrushes and toothpaste for your baby or toddler. Open to all, not just those who reside in Monifieth.
In line with GP practices across Tayside, Monifieth Medical Practice is closed on Wednesday 27 November from 1pm for staff training. There will be no access to the practice after 1pm. If you require urgent assistance that requires a GP between 1pm and 6pm, please phone 01382 534301. You will be required to provide information that will be shared with Out of Hours Services.
Read more on Facebook...Do you know when you should keep your child off school? People who are showing the symptoms of an infectious disease or have been diagnosed by a health professional or diagnostic test should stay away for the minimum period recommended and until well enough.
Save this handy guide to make sure you know where to get the Right Care in the Right Place.
Most women will have no sign of cancer, but breast screening can find cancers that are too small to see or feel. That’s why it’s important you attend your appointment when invited.
The surgery will be closed on Monday 7 October, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...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.
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.
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.
The surgery will be closed on Monday 22 July, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...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.
Are you ever unsure when to call 111 for medical help? It's a good question...
The surgery will be closed on Monday 6 May and Monday 27 May, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...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.
The earlier Bowel Cancer is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be. Learn more about the possible symptoms of the disease.
The surgery will be closed on Monday 1 April and Monday 8 April, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Nurse Practitioner working within the team at Monifieth Medical Practice.
Read more...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.
Read more...The Angus Self-Management Course for Chronic Pain is taking place in person at Forfar Community Campus, starting Monday 8 April.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Read more...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.
Cruse Scotland's free bereavement Helpline is available for you every day over the coming weeks, if you need to talk.
By using NHS resources wisely, we can keep well and get the care we need quickly, safely and as close to home as possible. Find out more about where to go for the right care.
You can help yourself stay well this winter by downloading NHS 24 Online. The app is free and available for both iOS and Android devices.
If you have a minor illness, a pharmacy is the first place you should go for advice. Read the list of conditions your pharmacist can advise on.
Find out when we are closed during 2024 for your calendar or diary.
Read more...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.
The surgery will be closed on Monday 9 October, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...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.
NHS Scotland does not recommend choosing to pay to travel abroad for surgery as part of a packaged holiday.
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.
Movie afternoons from Monifieth Befrienders start Tuesday 12 September.
Monifieth Befrienders are looking for new members for their knitting/craft group, which meets every Thursday at 10am. Just drop in!
Cases of measles are on the rise. Has your child had two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine?
The Pain Association Scotland 5 Week Self-Management Courses in Arbroath and Carnoustie started yesterday, but you can still register your interest in the 4 other dates on each course.
The surgery will be closed on Monday 24 July, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...The Pain Association Scotland 5 Week Self-Management Courses in Arbroath and Carnoustie started yesterday, but you can still register your interest in the 4 other dates on each course.
The surgery will be closed on Monday 24 July, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...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.
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.
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.
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.
Monifieth Medical Practice
The Health Centre
Victoria Street, Monifieth, Angus
DD5 4LX
01382 534301
MON-FRI: 8AM-1PM & 2PM-6PM