The Scott Practice

The Scott Practice Patient-focused GP Practice providing exceptional healthcare and diverse services.

• Provide high quality medical care
• Encourage good health and prevent disease
• Help you to make informed decisions about your own health

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20/12/2025

If you are worried about yours, or someone else’s health, and don't know what service is needed, call 111 or go online at https://111.nhs.uk/ A fully trained advisor will assess your symptoms, decide what medical help you need and advise where you need to go

19/12/2025

🤧🦠 Cold or flu - knowing the difference might not seem urgent, but it can help you act right. A cold often develops slowly and stays mostly around your nose and throat, while the flu tends to hit fast, affects your whole body and leaves you feeling really unwell.

👉 Check what to expect and when to seek help:
https://patient.info/features/infections/difference-between-cold-and-flu
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/common-cold/

Rest well, keep hydrated and if things feel worse than “just a cold”, don’t hesitate to seek advice.

Feeling unwell ? Choosing the right NHS service can help get you the best advice - and often more quickly too. If you a...
18/12/2025

Feeling unwell ?
Choosing the right NHS service can help get you the best advice - and often more quickly too.
If you are unsure, contact NHS111:

Online - just search NHS 111
By phone, just dial 111

17/12/2025

💊✨ Did you know your local pharmacy can do far more than just hand out prescriptions? Under the Pharmacy First scheme, pharmacists can now help with a range of common conditions — often without needing a GP appointment! 🙌

💬 They can offer advice, treatments and even prescribe for minor illnesses. So next time you’re under the weather, head to your local pharmacy first.

Find out more here:
👉 https://patient.info/features/general-health/pharmacy-first-getting-the-most-from-your-pharmacist
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

Pharmacists are healthcare experts right on your doorstep. 🌟

15/12/2025

The festive season is a time for fun, family and celebrations - but it’s also easy for drinking habits to creep up. Being mindful can make all the difference to your health and safety.

🎄 Here’s how to keep things balanced:
👉 Tips for drinking sensibly this festive season: https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-to-drink-sensibly-over-the-festive-season
🚗 Check if alcohol or medication could affect your ability to drive safely: https://patient.info/doctor/primary-care/fitness-to-drive
💬 Need advice or support? The NHS has great resources: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/

Enjoy the celebrations — just do it safely and stay in control.

13/12/2025

Self-Care is the best choice to treat some minor illnesses and injuries. Common winter illnesses and injuries get better on their own and can be treated at home with a well-stocked medicine cabinet and plenty of rest. More info 👉https://southyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/be-winter-well

As winter approaches, it’s more important than ever to take action to avoid slips and falls — especially for older adult...
12/12/2025

As winter approaches, it’s more important than ever to take action to avoid slips and falls — especially for older adults. 👣❄️

Knowing the risks and making small changes can make a big difference. Check out these helpful guides:
👉 https://patient.info/signs-symptoms/dizziness/prevention-of-falls-in-the-elderly
👉 https://patient.info/features/general-health/step-to-take-this-winter-to-avoid-falls
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/falls/

From improving lighting and removing trip hazards to building strength & balance, it’s all about staying steady and safe. Let’s keep moving with confidence this season. 💪🧤

If you feel unwell or have a minor injury and you aren’t sure where to go for help, the Healthier Together website has d...
11/12/2025

If you feel unwell or have a minor injury and you aren’t sure where to go for help, the Healthier Together website has details of urgent care services available for 16 - 25 year olds across South Yorkshire. Check it out here 👉https://bit.ly/3yN1us0

🧬💊 Keeping on top of your medicine cabinet and daily medications is more important than you might realise. From having t...
10/12/2025

🧬💊 Keeping on top of your medicine cabinet and daily medications is more important than you might realise. From having the right medicines at home to organising your routine and checking expiry dates — it all matters.

Check these helpful guides:
👉 https://patient.info/treatment-medication/medicines-to-keep-at-home
👉 https://patient.info/features/treatment-medication/when-did-you-last-check-your-medicine-cabinet
👉 https://patient.info/features/treatment-medication/how-to-manage-your-medications-at-home

Staying organised means you’re ready, safer and more in control of your health. ✅

Hello all, we are partnering up with the St Johns and starting up the Patient Participation group again, in the Scott p...
09/12/2025

Hello all, we are partnering up with the St Johns and starting up the Patient Participation group again, in the Scott practice where we come together with you and discuss ways that we can improve our services as well as what is working well in our practices, we will also run ideas by you and discuss things in the local community. We will offer refreshments, so come and chat with us and other patients over a cuppa and a biscuit. For more information, please contact our care co-ordinator Tom at Thomas.Scarborough@nhs.net This will be held on Friday the 9th Janruary at 14:00

08/12/2025

🧼✨ Good hand-washing is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself and others from illness.

Whether you’re prepping food, using the loo, blowing your nose or getting home from a trip out — clean hands matter! Check these useful guides:
👉 https://ow.ly/keIl50XFywC
👉 https://ow.ly/NsEP50XFywB

Take 20 seconds (the time it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice) to lather, rub all surfaces, rinse & dry — and you’ll make a big difference. 💧👌

06/12/2025

Community pharmacists are qualified health professionals who can offer expert advice on a range of illnesses. They can help you with common problems such as coughs, colds, aches and pains, as well as perform health checks and screenings 👉https://southyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/be-winter-well

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Greenfield Lane Balby
Doncaster
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Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
2pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
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