Cromarty Medical Practice

Cromarty Medical Practice Rural GP Practice

25/11/2025

❄️ SAFETY UPDATE — LOW SEA TEMPS ❄️

The sea has dropped from around 10–11°C to 5/6°C, and your body will feel that change instantly. Please take extra care over the next few weeks while we all adjust.

🌊 About Afterdrop
Afterdrop is when your core temperature keeps falling after you’ve left the water. You might feel fine at first, then suddenly get very cold, shaky or a bit “off.” This is normal — but it must be managed safely.

💙 How to Stay Safe:
• Keep swims/dips short — think minutes, not distance.
• Get changed straight away — warm layers on as soon as possible.
• Cover your head and hands — heat escapes fast.
• Warm drink, not a hot shower — heat up gently.
• Keep moving lightly — slow rewarming is safest.
• Never swim alone — especially at these temps.
• Listen to your body — if it feels too cold, stop.

Cold water is incredible for the mind and body, but at 5°C it demands real respect.
Let’s look after ourselves and each other ❄️🌊💙

📸 Sea Spirit Photography 💙

13/11/2025

Flu season has arrived about a month earlier than usual in Scotland, and cases are rising rapidly.

Our latest blog focuses on what's happening this season, how we're monitoring flu and vaccine uptake, how to ensure you're protected and what to do if you have symptoms.

👉Given the early start to the season, we’re encouraging those who are eligible to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
👉Flu viruses change constantly, and this year’s vaccine is designed to protect against the three main types of flu viruses we usually see.
👉Most people who are eligible for this year’s vaccination are receiving their invitations by text, email or post, in a white envelope with clear NHS Scotland branding. Invitations will continue to be sent out as the programme progresses through the winter.
👉To prevent the spread of flu, we continue to recommend regular handwashing and advise people with symptoms of respiratory illness to stay and home and avoid spreading the virus to others.

Read more here: https://publichealthscotland.scot/our-blog/2025/november/with-this-year-s-flu-season-starting-early-find-out-how-to-stay-protected/

05/11/2025

Due to a planned emergency evacuation of the Eastgate Centre in Inverness on Monday, 10th November 2025, we have had to cancel all appointments for NHS Highland's Vaccination Centre until 10am that morning.

If your appointment is scheduled before 10am on Monday, 10th November 2025, we will contact you directly to rearrange your appointment. We will look to provide an alternative date and time as soon as possible. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

If your appointment is scheduled for after 10am, please present to the Vaccination Centre as normal once the planned emergency evacuation process is complete.

12/10/2025

🤢💩 Caught norovirus? - here's our quick guide on what to do to help you feel better and prevent it from spreading to others.

TREATING NOROVIRUS

🔹 take paracetamol for any fever or aches and pains
🔹 get plenty of rest
🔹 use special rehydration drinks if you have signs of dehydration, such as a dry mouth or dark urine. These are available in community pharmacies

Norovirus can be very unpleasant but usually clears up by itself in a few days. You can normally look after yourself or your child at home.

⚠️Avoid going to your GP, as norovirus can spread to others very easily.

📱Phone your GP practice or NHS 24 on 111 if you’re concerned or need advice.

PREVENTING THE SPREAD

🔹 stay off work or school until at least 48 hours after the norovirus symptoms have stopped
🔹 avoid visiting anyone in hospital during this time
🔹 wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water particularly after using the toilet and before preparing or handling food
🔹 be aware alcohol-based hand gels don’t kill the virus
🔹 disinfect any surfaces or objects that could be contaminated, using a bleach-based household cleaner.
🔹 wash any items of clothing or bedding that could have become contaminated separately on a hot wash (60°C)
🔹 do not share towels and flannels
🔹 flush any poo or vomit in the toilet and clean the surrounding area with a bleach-based household cleaner
🔹 avoid eating raw, unwashed food
🔹 only eat oysters from a reliable source as they can carry norovirus

Remember norovirus spreads very easily in public places such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools. Follow our hygiene tips above to prevent the virus from spreading further!

11/10/2025

Maintenance work is being carried out at Raigmore Hospital which may cause disruption for traffic in and around the hospital site on Sunday 12th October 2025.

As part of work being done to replace air handling units in pharmacy, a crane lift will take place at the back of the hospital past the estates and mortuary departments.

The road will be closed between 7am and mid-day on 12th October, and measures will be in place to re-direct unessential traffic. This may mean some emergency service vehicles will travel against the one way system in operation in that area of the hospital.

We would encourage patients and staff to follow the diversions in place and to be extra vigilant when walking around the back of the hospital during this time.

We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

09/10/2025

Cromarty Medical Practice will be closed on Friday 17th October for the Bank Holiday. Please phone 111 for urgent medical concerns and 999 for an emergency.

07/10/2025

🍂 Autumn Bank Holiday – Friday 17 October (Highland Council Area)

GP and pharmacy opening hours may vary. Be prepared: order repeat prescriptions early and keep basic remedies at home.

Need advice? Use NHS inform or the NHS 24 app for quick health guidance.

30/09/2025

Vaccines are given to babies and children in different ways. Each one is designed to offer the best protection.

Talk to your health visitor or visit nhsinform.scot/immunisation to learn more.

25/09/2025

There are a number of viruses circulating in our community. We have seen the impact that these can have on patients and staff in our hospitals, as well as care home residents and staff.

If you are feeling poorly and have symptoms such as a cough, nausea, diarrhoea or a fever please don't visit your loved ones until you are 48 hours clear of symptoms.

Help us in protecting those we are caring for.

24/09/2025

We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand new Nature Nurture programme—a series of gentle, restorative sessions designed to support health and wellbeing through nature, connection, and creativity.
The first taster session will take place at Abriachan Forest next Tuesday, followed by another at Fortrose Library on 28th October. These sessions offer a welcoming space for individuals to slow down, reconnect with the natural world, and explore creative practices that nourish the soul.

If you have any questions or would like to know more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with myself or Suzann.
Many thanks and best wishes,
Charlotte and Suzann.

18/09/2025

NHS Scotland is using a text message service to help update our waiting lists.
Patients on our lists may receive a text message from the NHS Scotland National Elective Coordination Unit (NECU) on mobile number 07860 039092 with a link to answer some questions.
If you’re waiting for an appointment or operation, please do not ignore this message.
This is in addition to any message you receive from NHS Highland Patient Hub regarding waiting lists.

Find out more: https://tinyurl.com/NHSScot-NECU

Address

Allan Square
Cromarty
IV118YF

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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+441381600224

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