The Whins Medical Practice

04/04/2026

📢IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ AND SHARE: If you're looking for health advice over the Easter weekend, please take a look at this essential information below:

We’re expecting the 111 service to be busy over the next four days, which may mean a prolonged wait for calls to be answered. Here’s how you can save time and help us care for those most in need:

💊If your call is related to medicines please visit https://nhs24.info/accessing-medicines Whether it is prescribed or non-prescribed medication, our guide to accessing medication can save you time. You might not need to call 111.

🤧If you need general advice about common illnesses and ailments remember we have a lot of information on NHS inform, including a range of symptom checkers which you can use to help you decide what to do next: https://nhs24.info/symptom-checkers

📱The NHS 24 Online app also has handy health advice and can help you source your nearest open healthcare services, including pharmacies. The app is free to download on both iOS and Android devices. https://nhs24.info/NHS-24-Online

✔️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 how to access the : https://nhs24.info/RightCareRightPlace

NHS 24's staff are working exceptionally hard to answer as many calls as we can, quickly and safely. Please be patient and we will answer. 💙

03/04/2026

GP Practices across Forth Valley will be closed on Friday 3 April 2026 and Monday 6 April 2026.

A number of local pharmacies will be open over the Easter weekend. Opening times are available here ➡ nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

You can call NHS 24 on 111 day or night if you need advice for an injury or require urgent healthcare advice.

24/03/2026

🚧 Access to CCHC – Important Update

There are currently access issues affecting travel to CCHC.

🚗 The only way to reach the main entrance by car is via the Sauchie approach.
❌ Roads from Asda and Morrisons towards Whins Road are currently closed.

Please allow extra time for your journey and plan your route accordingly when attending your appointment.

Thank you for your understanding.

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11/03/2026

The Practice will be closed this afternoon for staff training. The doors will be closed from 1pm. Please only call the Practice if you have an urgent medical issue after this time. We will be unable to help with routine enquiries after 1pm. Thank you for your understanding.

17/02/2026

All local pharmacies across Forth Valley offer free health consultations and medication for many common conditions, including:
🔹Coughs
🔹Urine infections
🔹Conjunctivitis
🔹Diarrhoea
🔹Indigestion
🔹Emergency contraception

Under Pharmacy First Plus, some pharmacists can also prescribe free medication (including antibiotics) for more complex conditions such as:
🔹Respiratory infections
🔹Ear infections
🔹Tonsillitis
🔹Sinusitis

Find out more: nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

11/02/2026

The Macmillan One‑to‑One Team is here for anyone affected by cancer. Offering support, information, and a friendly space to talk.

Drop in for a cuppa and a chat.

Share experiences, meet others, or simply enjoy a relaxed conversation.

Whatever you need reassurance, information, or a listening ear, we’re here to help.

Next drop in is Wednesday 18 February 2026 at Perch Cafe, Alloa

🔗 nhsforthvalley.com/macmillan

06/02/2026

Last pharmacy Sunday opening date takes place this Sunday (8 February 2026)

What’s available?
✅Expert advice and treatment for minor health issues
✅Referral to other healthcare providers if required
✅Pharmacist prescribers are able to prescribe free medication for a wider range of conditions, including:

🔹Respiratory infections
🔹Sinusitis
🔹Ear pain
🔹Sore throats
🔹Urinary tract infections
🔹Allergies
🔹and many other common conditions

No appointment required – simply drop in at any of the pharmacies listed below during opening hours (10:00 – 17:00).

🔗 nhsforthvalley.com/winter

04/02/2026

We need your help, 91 appointments were missed in January!

⏰ That’s over 22 hours of clinical time lost, time that could have been used to see other patients waiting for care.

❗ Every missed appointment puts extra pressure on our staff and delays access for other patients who need care.

🙏 If you can’t attend your appointment, please cancel as early as possible even on the day. Every cancellation helps someone else get the care they need.

Please help us make every appointment count.