The Wards Medical Practice Kilmarnock

18/11/2025

📢‼️The practice will be participating in Protected Learning Time (PLT) on Wednesday 26th November.

We will close at 12.30pm on Wednesday 26th November and will reopen as usual on Thursday 27th November.

Patients who need to contact the GP urgently during this afternoon closure should contact the Ayrshire Urgent Care Service on 01563 826930.
We thank you for your cooperation and support allowing us to take part in this valuable resource for essential staff training.

28/10/2025

💗 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Scottish women, with one in seven developing the disease. We’re encouraging everyone to be breast aware, share the symptoms, and know where to turn if you have concerns.

♥️Know the symptoms:
A lump or thickened area in the breast or armpit
Changes in the size or shape of one or both breasts
Discharge from the ni**le (possibly blood-stained)
Dimpling or puckering of the skin
Rash or crusting around the ni**le
A ni**le that becomes sunken or changes position

♥️How to check your breasts:
Get to know what’s normal for you - there’s no right or wrong way to check.
Look and feel regularly, including the upper chest and armpits.
Do this in the shower, lying down, or in front of a mirror.

♥️What to do if you’re concerned:
If you notice anything unusual, don't wait. Speak to your GP as soon as possible.
You may be referred to a breast clinic for further tests like a mammogram or biopsy.

Remember: most breast changes aren’t cancer, but it’s always best to check.

28/10/2025

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28/10/2025

Join us at the Scottish Parliament for an engaging discussion on COPD care and treatment improvements on World COPD Day.

24/10/2025

⬇️ See below for details for drop-in flu clinics available this weekend! These clinics are for pre-school and school age children that have missed their school session. 🤧

Childhood vaccination drop-in sessions are available to accommodate pre-school children and primary school aged children, who have missed their in school session.

Please see a list of upcoming clinics below:

North Ayrshire
-24 October 2025,Outpatients Department, Horseshoe, Ayrshire Central Hospital, 3pm to 4pm
-31 October 2025, Outpatients Department, Horseshoe, Ayrshire Central Hospital, 4pm to 6.30pm

South Ayrshire
-25 October 2025, North Ayr Health Centre Glenmuir place Ayr KA8 9RS, 9am to 12.30pm
-15 November 2025, North Ayr Health Centre Glenmuir place Ayr KA8 9RS, 9am to 12.30pm

East Ayrshire
-25 October 2025, East Ayrshire Community Hospital, Cumnock, 9am to 1pm
-26 October 2025, NWKAC, Western Rd, Kilmarnock, 9am-1pm

For more information visit: https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/childhood-immunisations/flu-vaccination/

29/09/2025

Are you looking for supports with your reading, writing, number or digital skills then contact Kirsten for our free and confidential supports.📚✏
Contact: kirsten.gallacher@eastayrshireleisure.com
07880 297134

29/09/2025

Better Health A&A is now Public Health NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

📢 Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for trusted updates on local public health matters, along with information and advice to support the wellbeing of communities across Ayrshire and Arran.

Public Health NHS A&A aims to inform, connect, and empower people across Ayrshire and Arran-whether in towns, villages, or remote communities. Through their social media channels, they:

• Share timely public health updates and alerts
• Promote access to local wellness groups and peer support
• Encourage healthy choices and support mental wellbeing
• Strengthen community resilience and preparedness
• Help reduce health inequalities by improving access to information

Together, we’re working towards a healthier, happier, and fairer Ayrshire & Arran - and we invite you to be part of it.

🔗 Follow, share, and stay connected:
📍 Instagram:
📍 Facebook: Public Health NHS A&A

29/09/2025

Session details:
📅 Tuesday 7 October
🕐 1:30pm – 4:00pm
📍 Saltcoats Town Hall, Countess Street, Saltcoats, KA21 5HP

Call 01292 513346 or scan the QR code to book online.

16/09/2025

Just a little reminder we will be closed for the upcoming September long weekend.
⬇️ Check out the link below to see local pharmacy open times.

All GP Practices, most dentists and community pharmacies have public holiday closures on Friday 19 September and Monday 22 September. Some community pharmacies will remain open during this period and can answer questions on choosing and using the right medicine and provide advice on treating everyday ailments. NHS 24 also has a number of pharmacists who are able to answer medicine and pharmacy-related questions over the telephone on 111.

Find a list of pharmacy opening hours here: https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/healthhub/community-pharmacy/comunity-paharmacy-opening-times/

16/09/2025

04/09/2025

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Please note the Practice will be closed for the following upcoming September Bank Holiday Weekend:

Friday 19th September
Monday 22nd September

Please order your prescription in plenty of time to account for this closure time.

If you require urgent care when the GP surgery is closed and it's not an emergency, call NHS24 111 or visit NHS inform online for advice.

04/09/2025

September is Global Pain Month! 🌏

This is an annual global campaign to raise awareness and understanding of persistent (chronic) pain and will take place throughout the month of September.

The aim of the campaign is to highlight the impact of this long-term condition and direct patients, families and clinicians to resources and supports to help improve how patients can live better with chronic pain.

Look out for our pain management posts on the NHS Ayrshire & Arran and MSK Ayrshire & Arran social media pages.

You might also meet some members of the pain management team at various sites over this month promoting resources and information.

We are kicking off the month with our annual healthcare professional study day with over 100 people attending, covering sessions on fibromyalgia, persistent post-operative pain, non-specific low back pain and persistent abdominal pain and lots more!

Further information on the Pain Management Service can be found on the pain management service website:
https://www.nhsaaa.net/pain-management-service/