Durham Road Medical Group

21/03/2022

Covid-19 Vaccination minibus at Cameron Toll shopping centre car park 🚌 On Monday 21 - Friday 25 March, there will be a vaccination minibus open from 8.30am-5.30pm. All vaccines including boosters can be administered.

09/03/2022

Our Emergency Department is for emergencies ONLY. If it is not a critical emergency, please consult your GP, pharmacy or call NHS 24 at 111 first.

25/02/2022

If you regularly feel anxious or stressed, try Daylight, an app designed to help you find coping mechanisms that work for you. It’s free, and you don’t need to contact your GP first – just visit www.trydaylight.com/nhs to start your journey today.

11/02/2022

If the teenage vaccine clinics have already taken place at your school, NHS Lothian has weekend clinics set aside for you. If the teenage vaccine clinics have already taken place at your school, all you have to do is call 0131 446 4082 and make an appointment slot. More information on the young people vaccination programme is available on NHS Inform: nhsinform.scot/vaccinesforyoungpeople

10/02/2022

Today we have launched a Carer Recovery Fund – a monumental funding package in partnership with 12 Edinburgh charities, to improve carers’ wellbeing.

The Carer Recovery Fund will help those in greatest need through the delivery of grants up to £500 per carer household. Carers can apply for support with fuel payments, food vouchers, or general costs associated with improving their financial situation. General grants cover wellbeing activities to reduce stress, access breaks from caring, purchase basic furniture (including white goods), support to seek employment and costs associated with caring such as training, transport or equipment.

Sebastian Fischer, Chief Executive at VOCAL said:

“Often as a result of the pandemic, some carers have had to reduce their hours at work, or even stop working altogether. With the recent cut to Universal Credit, increased inflation and rising fuel prices, carers are being sucked further to the edge of poverty with their financial and emotional resilience pushed to the limit.

“If you’re supporting a family member, partner, relative or friend, of any age, who needs help to manage a long-term condition, disability, physical or mental health problem, or addiction, you are a carer and could be eligible to access a grant.

“We would urge carers who are facing financial difficulties to get in touch with us and apply. We are also asking Edinburgh citizens to spread the word with friends and family members. We want to see as many carers as possible benefiting from this.”

To apply, visit our website: https://www.vocal.org.uk/carer-support/info-for-carers/practical-support/carer-recovery-fund/

08/02/2022

Get the right care in the right place this winter:

Self-help guides ➡️ NHSInform.scot
Advice about minor illnesses and treatments ➡️ Your local pharmacy
Non-urgent treatment ➡️ Your GP
Urgent help ➡️ NHS24 at 111

In a life-threatening emergency, always call 999.

08/02/2022

By getting the COVID-19 vaccine booster you can help boost Scotland against coronavirus, boost your immunity to the virus and boost our NHS through that added protection. If you’re
over 18 and 12 weeks have passed since your second vaccine dose, please book today: http://ow.ly/1FXC50HyMUa

21/12/2021

We have booster drop-in clinics available over the holiday period, as well as drop-in clinics if you need your 1st or 2nd dose. Learn whether you are eligible to drop in for your booster & where to go: https://www.nhslothian.scot/Coronavirus/Vaccine/Pages/Drop-in-Clinics.aspx

01/11/2021

Please note covid hubs accessed through 111 are now closed. If you have tested positive for covid and can manage your symptoms at home you do not need to contact us as we get informed directly. However if you can’t manage your symptoms at home please do not hesitate to contact us. There is more information available on NHS inform. https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/infections-and-poisoning/coronavirus-covid-19

Latest coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance from NHS Scotland and the Scottish Government, including protective measures, how to get a test and how to self-isolate

18/10/2021

These are the vaccination clinics in Lothian that are welcoming drop-ins today. Unless it is specified that the clinic welcomes 12-15 year olds, it is only able to welcome those over 16. Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Moderna are available at all clinics.

📍 Pyramids Business Park, 0800 - 1900 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Lowland Hall, 0800 - 1900 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Gorebridge Vaccination Centre, 0800 - 1900
📍 Midlothian Community Hospital, 0800 - 1900
📍 Sighthill Health Centre, 0830 - 1200 and 1300 - 1615 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Pennywell All Care Centre, 0830 - 1200 and 1300 - 1615 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Leith Community Treatment Centre, 0830 - 1200 and 1300 - 1800 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Midlothian Community Hospital, 0800 - 1900

📍 The Lothian Buses mobile vaccination unit will be at the Tesco in Corstorphine, 1000 - 1800, and is open to all (including 12-15 year olds)

A list of all vaccination centres, including directions, can be found on our website, nhslothian.scot.

11/10/2021

These are the vaccination clinics in Lothian that are welcoming drop-ins today. Unless it is specified that the clinic welcomes 12-15 year olds, it is only able to welcome those over 16. Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Moderna are available at all clinics.

📍 Pyramids Business Park, 0800 - 1900 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Lowland Hall, 0800 - 1900 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Gorebridge Vaccination Centre, 0800 - 1900
📍 Midlothian Community Hospital, 0800 - 1900
📍 Sighthill Health Centre, 0830 - 1200 and 1300 - 1615
📍 Pennywell All Care Centre, 0830 - 1200 and 1300 - 1615
📍 Leith Community Treatment Centre, 0830 - 1200 and 1300 - 1515
📍 Midlothian Community Hospital, 0800 - 1900

A list of all vaccination centres, including directions, can be found on our website, nhslothian.scot.

23/09/2021

Parents and guardians, appointment letters are now being sent inviting 2 to 5 year olds to get their free vaccination against the seasonal flu.

22/09/2021

The Flu vaccination programme is underway. If you’re eligible and in one of the priority groups, keep your eyes peeled for an appointment letter.

Please make every effort to attend, but if you need to reschedule your appointment visit http://ow.ly/6gC550GdTxF

Or you can call the helpline number on your letter or the Lothian helpline on 0300 790 6296 for assistance with re-booking. More information is at http://ow.ly/Xzd150GdTxG

21/09/2021

Ready to get your COVID-19 vaccination? The following clinics are open today. Everyone over 16 can attend any of these clinics, and a few are also open for 12-15 year olds.

📍 Pyramids Business Park, 0830 - 1900 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Gorebridge Vaccination Centre, 0830 - 1900 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 Lowland Hall, 0830 - 1900 - also welcomes 12-15 year olds
📍 East Lothian Community Hospital, 0830 - 1230 and 1330 - 1630
📍 Midlothian Community Hospital, 0830 - 1215 / 1300 - 1600 / 1630-1900
📍 Sighthill Health Centre, 0830 – 1200 and 1300 – 1615
📍 Pennywell All Care Centre, 0830 – 1200 and 1300 – 1615
📍 Leith Community Treatment Centre, 0830 – 1200 and 1300 - 1515
📍 Gyle Shopping Centre, 1000 - 1800

📍 The Lothian Buses mobile vaccination unit will be at Napier, Merchiston Campus

We hope to see you soon!

18/09/2021

📢 The NHS Lothian Covid Vaccination bus will be at Fort Kinnaird today & tomorrow (1100 - 1900 hrs daily) for anyone 16+ who requires either a first or second dose (provided they received the first vaccine more than eight weeks ago).

➡️ https://bit.ly/3sBXTFI

15/09/2021

The EICC will be closing its doors for vaccinations (both drop-in and appointments) on Sunday 19 September. Visit before then for your first or second dose, or go to any other vaccination centre from Monday onwards: https://www.nhslothian.scot/Coronavirus/Vaccine/Pages/Drop-in-Clinics.aspx