Lammermuir Medical Practice

17/11/2025

If you, or the person you care about is over 18 years, contact the Mental Health Support Line on 0300 790 6292 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Following the initial call, a clinical professional will call you back within 24 hours to provide further advice and assistance. Out-with these hours, call Samaritans FREE on 116 123.

Find out more about mental health support in East Lothian and local charitable organisations that can support you visit www.eastlothian.gov.uk/mental-health

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Today is World Mental Health Day!

As we collectively raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilise efforts in support of mental health, we want to remind you of the recently launched Mental Health Support telephone line available for East Lothian residents

If you, or the person you care about is over 18 years, contact the Mental Health Support Line on 0300 790 6292 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Following the initial call, a clinical professional will call you back within 24 hours to provide further advice and assistance. Out-with these hours, call Samaritans FREE on 116 123.

Find out more about mental health support in East Lothian and local charitable organisations that can support you visit www.eastlothian.gov.uk/mental-health

East Lothian Council NHS Lothian East Lothian Foodbank Penumbra Mental Health Andy's Man Club Dunbar Andys Man Club Prestonpans Volunteer Centre East Lothian Keep The Heid Meldap Changes Carers of East Lothian Carers Centre Dementia Friendly East Lothian

28/10/2025

‼️ PRACTICE CLOSURE ‼️
Wednesday 29th October 1pm-6pm

The practice will be closed from 1pm - 6pm on Wednesday 29th October to allow protected learning time for the practice team. The practice will reopen at 8am on Thursday 30th October.

If you have an urgent medical problem during 1pm and 6pm on Wednesday 29th that can’t wait until we reopen on Thursday please call 07395 947 941 for information on how to access urgent care.

The usual out of hours arrangements will be in place between 6pm on Wednesday and 8am on Thursday. You can contact NHS24 by calling 111.

The community pharmacies remain open.
Your local pharmacist or a trained member of the pharmacy team can give you advice on a range of minor illnesses and provide medicine if needed. More information on this free NHS service can be found here https://www.nhsinform.scot/care-support-and-rights/nhs-services/pharmacy/nhs-pharmacy-first-scotland

Thank you for your understanding.

Information on the services provided by community pharmacies, including NHS Pharmacy First Scotland and the NHS Chronic Medication Service.

28/10/2025

The reception will be closed between 12.30- 1.15pm today for a staff meeting.
In the event of an emergency between this time please call 07395 947941 (your call will be answered by one of our reception staff).

Thank you for your understanding.

11/09/2025

Are you looking for Mental Health Support in East Lothian?

If you, or the person you care about is over 18 years, contact the Mental Health Support Line on 0300 790 6292 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.

Out-with these hours, call Samaritans FREE on 116 123.

Find out more about mental health support and local charitable organisations that can support you visit www.eastlothian.gov.uk/mental-health

East Lothian Council NHS Lothian East Lothian Foodbank Penumbra Mental Health Andy's Man Club Dunbar Andys Man Club Prestonpans Volunteer Centre East Lothian Keep The Heid Meldap

10/09/2025

🍁PUBLIC HOLIDAY🍁

Lammermuir, Orchard and Tyne practices will be closed for the Public Holiday on Monday 15th September. We will close at 6pm on Friday 12th September and will reopen at 8am on Tuesday 16th September.

If you need urgent medical attention during this period please contact NHS24 on 111. In a life threatening emergency please call 999.

Right Medicine Pharmacy is open 9am - 5.30pm on Monday 15th September.

Your local pharmacist or a trained member of the pharmacy team can give you advice on a range of minor illnesses and provide medicine if needed. More information on this free NHS service can be found here https://www.nhsinform.scot/care-support-and-rights/nhs-services/pharmacy/nhs-pharmacy-first-scotland

Thank you

Information on the services provided by community pharmacies, including NHS Pharmacy First Scotland and the NHS Chronic Medication Service.

21/08/2025

NEW DIRECT ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN EAST LOTHIAN

If you, or someone you care about, over the age of 18, is looking for support regarding your/their mental health, you can now GO DIRECT and self-refer into East Lothian Mental Health Services and talk to trained professionals for information and advice.

CALL: 0300 790 6292 Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm.

After providing initial contact details you will be offered a *SAME DAY / NEXT DAY* call back from an experienced Mental Health Clinician who, following an initial assessment, will provide advice or a referral to the most relevant service.

If you feel you need urgent help with your mental health, please contact your GP, or if out of hours, NHS 24 on 111.

Find out more: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/mental-health

14/08/2025

We've further expanded the use of text messages for patient communications. You may receive a text message from NHS Lothian asking you to log into a secure portal, to access electronic letters about your care. Find out more: https://ow.ly/K4Up50W9TBw