Beith Health Centre - GP Practice

26/05/2026

PUBLIC HOLIDAY – MONDAY 15TH JUNE 2026

The practice will be closed on Monday 15th June 2026.

Both Well & Penmans Pharmacy's will be open.

If you require assistance during this time, please visit your local pharmacy, search for NHS information online, or call 111 for advice.
Community pharmacists can answer questions on choosing the right medicines, and the Pharmacy First service can provide free advice and/or treatment for many common ailments.

Please remember to check your medication in plenty of time, allowing a full 7 working days for your prescription to be processed and collected before each of the above public holiday dates. Short-notice medication requests cannot always be guaranteed.

Many thanks

26/05/2026

PAIN EDUCATION SESSIONS

Pain Concern in partnership with the NHS Ayrshire & Arran Pain Management Service are hosting free in-person Pain Education sessions at Ardrossan Library.

These are free two-hour group sessions designed to help anyone experiencing chronic pain (12 week or more) better understand and manage their condition.

KEY DETAILS :

WHEN: The last Thursday of every month.
TIME: 10:30AM to 12:30PM
WHERE: Ardrossan Library, 37-39 Princes Street, Ardrossan,
KA22 8BG.
COST: Completely free.

Topics Covered

The sessions provide a mix of education and group discussion (with peer support) exploring how to manage:

* Understanding what pain is
* Managing daily activities
* Stress and anxiety management
* Sleep
* Managing flare-ups

How to Book

You can secure your spot in advance using any of the following methods:

* Online: Browse available tickets and book your place directly via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pain-concern-in-collaboration-with-nhs-aaa-pain-education-session-tickets-1981693176637

* Phone: Call the organisation at 0300 222 5774.
* Text: Send a text to 07480 632 774.
* Email: Reach out via email at pain-education@painconcern.org.uk.

In pain? Don’t understand what’s happening? Learn more about pain and what you can do for yourself at a 2-hour education session.

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

Your GP and community pharmacy teams can help you manage your medicines safely and effectively. They can review your medicines with you, help to check them against your latest prescription and answer any medication questions you may have.

• Always check your prescription before leaving your community pharmacy.
• Notify your GP practice team if there are medicines you no longer need or take.
• Ask for a medication review if you’re unsure about what your medicines are for or how long you should continue to take them.

Responsible ordering of medicines means safer care, less waste, and protects NHS resources for those who need them most. Working together with your GP practice and community pharmacy ensures your treatment is right for you and supports vital healthcare services.

15/05/2026

PUBLIC HOLIDAY- MONDAY 25TH MAY 2026

The practice will be closed on Monday 25th May 2026

If you require assistance during this time, please visit your local pharmacy, search for NHS information online, or call 111 for advice.

Well Pharmacy Open - 9am-6pm
Penmans Pharmacy Open - 9am - 5.30pm

Community pharmacists can answer questions on choosing the right medicines, and the Pharmacy First service can provide free advice and/or treatment for many common ailments.

Please remember to check your medication in plenty of time, allowing a full 7 working days for your prescription to be processed and collected before each of the above public holiday dates. Short-notice medication requests cannot always be guaranteed.

Many thanks

15/05/2026

Protected Learning Time Notice

GP Practices in Ayrshire & Arran are carrying out whole practice team training to support their commitment to giving patients the best possible care.

The practice will be closed from 1pm on the following dates for team training:

* Wednesday 17th June 2026
* Tuesday 25th August 2026
* Thursday 26th November 2026

If you require urgent medical assistance during any of these afternoon closures, please contact the Ayrshire Urgent Care Service on 01563 826930. They will be able to provide support and advice to patients while the practice is closed.

08/05/2026

Please see links below for helping people with sleep disturbances across Ayrshire.

29/04/2026

WEIGHT LOSS INJECTIONS

We’ve been receiving a number of enquiries about weight loss injections recently.

To clarify: these medications are not currently available on the NHS for general weight loss purposes. Access is limited and they are only prescribed in specific medical circumstances under specialist secondary care.

If you’re considering support with weight management, there are other services available. These include programmes such as Weigh to Go (a diet and exercise programme run jointly by KA Leisure), referral to dietetic services for tailored advice, or medication such as orlistat where appropriate.

Locally, the bariatric (weight loss) surgery service accepts referrals only for patients with diabetes or obstructive sleep apnoea.

We recommend speaking to your GP or a qualified healthcare professional to explore the safest and most suitable options for you.

Please be cautious of misinformation online and always seek advice from trusted medical sources.

24/04/2026

📱 Residents across Ayrshire and Arran can access free membership to the Holly Health app, thanks to our partnership with Holly Health.

The app offers personalised coaching to help you reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, build a healthier relationship with food, and increase movement – all designed by psychology experts to support long‑term wellbeing.

More than 12,000 people locally have already signed up, with users reporting improvements in both physical and mental health, and fewer GP appointments needed.

✅ Free for 12 months
✅ No GP appointment needed
✅ Available to everyone living in Ayrshire and Arran

Find out more at: https://www.nhsaaa.net/holly-health-app/