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Controlling Infections: When to keep your child off school

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.

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Archie's Child Bereavement Service (ACBS)

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Prostate Cancer Awareness

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Angus Carers Centre October Calendar

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Right Care Right Place

Save this handy guide to make sure you know where to get the Right Care in the Right Place.

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Breast Screening Awareness

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.

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Public Holiday Closure: Monday 7 October

The surgery will be closed on Monday 7 October, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

Wellbeing Workshops

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Therapy Services Advice Line

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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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Practice Closure: 4 September from 1pm

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Dementia Activity Group

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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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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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Public Holiday Closure: Monday 22 July

The surgery will be closed on Monday 22 July, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

BE ACTIVE... Live Well!

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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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When should you call 111?

Are you ever unsure when to call 111 for medical help? It's a good question...

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Practice Closure: 5 June from 1pm

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Vaccinations for Whooping Cough

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Public Holiday Closures: Monday 6 & Monday 27 May

The surgery will be closed on Monday 6 May and Monday 27 May, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

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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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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Public Holiday Closures: Monday 1 & Monday 8 April

The surgery will be closed on Monday 1 April and Monday 8 April, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

Job Vacancy: Advanced Nurse Practitioner

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Nurse Practitioner working within the team at Monifieth Medical Practice.

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.

Forfar Course for Chronic Pain

The Angus Self-Management Course for Chronic Pain is taking place in person at Forfar Community Campus, starting Monday 8 April.

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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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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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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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Practice Closure: 28 February from 1pm

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Shingles Vaccinations

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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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Alzheimer Scotland Angus community group events

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Infant feeding antenatal classes

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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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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.

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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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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Do you know where to get the Right Care in the Right Place?

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.

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Stay Well with the NHS 24 Online App

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.

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For minor ailments... Pharmacy First!

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.

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Practice Closures 2024

Find out when we are closed during 2024 for your calendar or diary.

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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Positive Steps to Avoid Slips, Trips and Falls

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The Cancer Journey Social Prescriber at Voluntary Action Angus

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Breast Cancer Awareness

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Practice Closure: Monday 9 October 2023

The surgery will be closed on Monday 9 October, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

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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Considering Surgery Abroad?

NHS Scotland does not recommend choosing to pay to travel abroad for surgery as part of a packaged holiday.

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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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Monifieth Befrienders: Movie Afternoons

Movie afternoons from Monifieth Befrienders start Tuesday 12 September.

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Monifieth Befrienders: Knitting/Craft Group

Monifieth Befrienders are looking for new members for their knitting/craft group, which meets every Thursday at 10am. Just drop in!

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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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Angus Self-Management Courses for Chronic Pain

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.

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Practice Closure: Monday 24 July 2023

The surgery will be closed on Monday 24 July, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

Angus Self-Management Courses for Chronic Pain

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.

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Practice Closure: Monday 24 July 2023

The surgery will be closed on Monday 24 July, in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

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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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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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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