St Triduanas Medical Practice

24/02/2026

When it’s your turn, you’ll get a letter inviting you to make an appointment with your GP practice. Don’t ignore your invite. It could save your life.

Find out more at: nhsinform.scot/cervicalscreening

17/02/2026

People living in Scotland aged 50 to 74 are sent a home bowel screening test every two years. The test can be done in the privacy of your home and returned using the pre-paid envelope provided.

To find out more, visit: www.nhsinform.scot/bowelscreening

17/02/2026

Raising a teen can be a challenge. It’s not unusual for teens to feel anxious, to have mood swings and to feel isolated.

Sometimes they don’t even know why they’re feeling or acting the way they do, which makes it all the harder to understand what they’re going through. But there are things you can do to help 💜

For ideas to help support your teen and for information on how to spot the early warning signs of something more serious, visit ▶️ parentclub.scot/topics/parenting-teens

17/02/2026

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that affects people during winter months, and subsides during the rest of the year. SAD begins to emerge as the days get shorter and colder, and people get less exposure to sunlight. Daylight and Sleepio are free apps for people in Scotland and both can support with SAD.

17/02/2026

Feeling the winter blues? You're not alone.
Save some time for self care, as your mental health matters everyday💙

10/02/2026

Our teams and services are under extreme pressure right now. Please carefully consider all options to get the Right Care in the Right Place https://services.nhslothian.scot/rightcare/

10/02/2026

Looking for something to do during the February break? Come along to a showing of Inside Out at Craigentinny Community Centre

10/02/2026

Parenting is hard, but if your child's had their vaccines, it means one less thing to worry about.

For more information on childhood vaccinations visit nhsinform.scot/onelessthing

28/01/2026

The HPV vaccine protects against several types of HPV that can cause cancer but it doesn’t protect against them all. So even if you've had the HPV vaccine, it's still important to go for cervical screening.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/cervicalscreening

28/01/2026

🧠💬 Feeling overwhelmed? Being at college or uni can be both exciting and stressful. Remember you don't have to face any worries alone - help is available. Here's what you need to know:

🏫 On Campus Support - Many unis or colleges offer in-house mental health services. Search the 'Think Positive Hub' to see what’s available near you.

🌐 NHS inform - Explore guides and resources:
Mental health guides to help issues such as anxiety, phobias, and sleep problems.
Tips on boosting your mental wellbeing
Info on where to find the right support
Free mental health apps to help with sleep, stress, and anxiety.

📞 Need to talk? Reach out to Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87 or webchat. Experienced advisors are available to listen and offer information and advice.
Open weekdays 6pm–2am & weekends 6pm Fri–6am Mon

🚨 Urgent help?
Contact your GP to access urgent mental health support. If the GP is closed, NHS 24's Mental Health Hub is available on 111. Specially trained advisers are ready to help and connect you with the right support.

Need more info? Check out our student health tips at . Link in comments!

30/12/2025

Get ready for the bells 🎉🔔
Follow our tips so you and your loved ones are health-prepared to say hello to 2026.

📲 Use NHS inform symptom checkers
When you’re feeling unwell, NHS inform's symptom checkers and self‑help guides will give you fast, expert‑designed advice on what to do next and how to manage common symptoms.

💊 Check medicines and repeat prescriptions
Make sure you have enough prescribed medicines as many GPs and pharmacies will be closed over New Year. Order only what you need, and collect before holiday closures. If you run out when the GP is closed, a community pharmacist may be able to give an emergency supply.

🤧 Manage winter illnesses at home
NHS inform has practical guidance for coughs, colds, sore throats, flu, norovirus and more - including self‑care and when to seek help.

🩹 Have remedies and first aid items available at home
It’s helpful to keep over‑the‑counter remedies such as paracetamol or ibuprofen (if suitable for you), antihistamines, anti‑diarrhoeals, indigestion remedies, a mild laxative, and a basic first‑aid kit. Always follow the pack advice and don’t overstock as medicines can go out of date. If unsure, ask a pharmacist.

🤒 For minor ailments - Remember Pharmacy First
If you’ve got a minor illness, your local community pharmacy is the first place to go for advice - no appointment required. Pharmacists (and trained team members) can assess, advise and provide medicine where appropriate, and will refer you to a GP, dentist, optometrist or another service if needed.

🗓️ Know your festive opening times
GP practices and pharmacies may have different opening hours on public holidays. Check local opening times and find nearby services using Scotland’s Service Directory on NHS inform.

🚑 Know where to get the right care in the right place
Call 999 or go to A&E for emergencies that are life or limb-threatening. Otherwise, NHS inform can help you decide what to do next, including when to contact your GP or 111.

Need more info? All links in the comments!

23/12/2025