Airlie Medical Practice

09/03/2026

The Practice will be closed from 1pm tomorrow.

Please see the attached post from NHS for information on who to contact if you are in need of urgent care.

Some GP practices are taking part in a Protected Learning Time session on Tuesday 10 March between 1pm and 6pm.

Practices take part in a number of sessions throughout the year to allow staff to access training. During this time:

▶️ if you require urgent care call 01592 729 250
▶️ you should attend appointments unless advised otherwise
▶️ pharmacies should call 01592 729 250 for urgent enquiries

Access to urgent care for patients of surgeries taking part will continue throughout. More: https://brnw.ch/21x0vfF

05/03/2026

Dr Graham Thomson will soon be taking to the road on 2 wheels joining a group of cyclists on a journey to raise vitals funds 🚴

The Pedalling Ploughmen are getting back on their bicycles for Doddie’s Triple Crown 2026, cycling 776 miles from Melrose to Dublin – via Leeds, Gloucester and Pembroke in aid of the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.

This is the charity set up by the late Scotland and British & Irish Lions lock Doddie Weir OBE. It is dedicated to finding a cure for Motor Neurone Disease (MND)

We wish Dr Thomson and the cyclists all the best in their challenge which begins on Tuesday 10th March.

If you can and would like to donate please follow the link attached below ⬇️

Help The Pedalling Ploughmen raise money to support My Name'5 Doddie Foundation

03/03/2026

🌟 Missed Appointments Affect Everyone 🌟

Over the last 6 months, our surgery had:

⏰ 230 hours 10 minutes of missed appointments
That’s equal to:

🗓 9 days, 14 hours of lost clinical time
👥 1,300+ missed patient slots
🩺 6+ weeks of GP time gone

💬 Why it matters - When someone doesn’t attend an appointment:

➡ Another patient misses the chance to be seen
➡ Waiting times get longer
➡ Follow‑up care can be delayed
➡ Same‑day appointments become harder to offer

❤️ Please help us help you, If you can’t attend, please cancel:
📞 Call reception
📱 Text us back from your appointment reminder

Even a short‑notice cancellation helps another patient.

03/03/2026

FEBRUARY did not attend appointments

Advanced Nurse Practitioners - 7 hours 20mins
GP -7 hours 25mins
Mental Health Nurse - 5 hours 30mins
Physio - 1 hours 40mins
Phlebotomist - 3 hours 10mins
CTAC/Practice Nurse - 5 hours 50mins

TOTAL TIME WASTED - 30 HOURS 55 MINUTES

We understand that sometimes missed appointments cannot be helped but we do appreciate if you no longer require your appointment please let us know so we can offer this to someone else.

We also send out text messages to your mobile number as a reminder of your appointment. If you have changed your mobile number please update this at the Practice.
Thank you

27/02/2026

🌙 Why Good Sleep Matters for Your Health 🌙

Getting enough good‑quality sleep is essential for our overall health and wellbeing. That’s why sleep is one of the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine. Sleep helps our bodies rest, recharge and stay healthy — but poor sleep or not getting enough of it can have a big impact on our physical and mental health.

Here’s why sleep is so important:

😴 We need 7–9 hours of good sleep each night - This helps support our immune system, so we can fight off infections and even some cancer cells more effectively.
🛏️ Poor sleep weakens immunity - Getting less than 5 hours a night can reduce your body’s ability to protect you from illness.
🦠 Sleep supports a healthy gut Our microbiome — the helpful bacteria that keep many of our body systems working properly — relies on sleep to function well.
⚖️ Sleep helps manage weight and blood sugar - Good sleep supports healthy metabolism, insulin control and appetite. Poor sleep is linked to higher calorie intake, obesity and type 2 diabetes.
🧠 Sleep boosts brain function and memory - While we sleep, our brains process new information. Not sleeping enough affects concentration, memory and may contribute to cognitive decline.
💚 Sleep supports mental health - Good‑quality sleep helps reduce stress, anxiety and depression. It also helps us process difficult emotions and build resilience.
❤️ Sleep protects your heart - Lack of sleep is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease and increased risk of stroke. Good sleep helps maintain healthy blood flow throughout the body and brain.

Better sleep = better health.
Small changes to your bedtime routine can make a big difference. 🌟

24/02/2026

Update on Building Extension Works
As you may have noticed, work is now well underway on our new building extension. We want to keep everyone informed about some temporary disruptions that will take place over the coming days.

Car Park Closure – Thursday Morning
This Thursday morning, the car park will be closed for a short period to allow a large piling machine to be brought onto the site. Once the machine has been safely moved to the back of the building, the car park will reopen.

Further Closure – Monday/Tuesday Next Week
The machine is expected to complete piling work by Monday/Tuesday next week. At that time, the car park will again need to close briefly to allow the machine to exit the site.

Noise Disruption
During the four days the piling machine is operating, there will be significant noise, including loud banging. We understand this may be disruptive, and we will do everything we can to minimise the impact on patients and staff.

We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding during this essential phase of our extension works. We will continue to keep you updated as the schedule progresses and will let you know exactly when the car park will be closed and reopened.

23/02/2026

Keep Your Contact Details Up to Date

The practice is continually updating patient contact information to ensure we can reach you quickly and efficiently.

The next time you visit the practice or call to make an appointment or enquiry, please confirm with our receptionist that we hold your current phone numbers and email address.

Alternatively, you can update your details online using the link below and clicking to update your details:

https://airliemedicalpracticeleven.scot.nhs.uk/

19/02/2026

ON TODAY

Our Cancer Care Group is on today. Open to all patients registered in Levenmouth with a current or past diagnosis of cancer.

Come join us today for a light lunch and chat.

Date: Thursday 19th February 2026
Time: 1pm-3pm
Venue: Methilhill Parish Church

We look forward to welcoming you along.

East Fife Medical
Scoonie Medical Practice
Muiredge Surgery
NHS Fife

* We are always looking for new ways to support and fund our group so we can continue providing this valuable service to Levenmouth Community. If you are a local business or know someone who may be interested in supporting one or more of our meetings we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Emma Walker, Airlie Medical Practice on our usual number, 01333 426083 *

06/02/2026

Why Moving More Matters for Your Health 🌟

Did you know that not being active enough is linked to millions of deaths worldwide every year? Being inactive can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and even depression.
But the good news? Small changes can make a BIG difference.
Over the years, modern life has encouraged us to sit more and move less—cars, gadgets, computers and our phones all add up. But being active doesn’t mean running marathons or joining a gym. It’s about finding simple, enjoyable ways to move more each day:
✨ Go for a short walk
✨ Take the stairs
✨ Stretch regularly
✨ Break up long periods of sitting
✨ Do activities you enjoy

Being more active can help you:
💙 Live longer
💙 Improve mood
💙 Reduce the risk of long‑term illness
💙 Stay strong and independent as you age

At Airlie Medical Practice, we’re focusing on the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine, and this month we’re highlighting Physical Activity. Join us as we share tips to help you build small, sustainable changes into your daily routine.
Let’s move more, feel better, and live healthier—one step at a time. 💪💙

05/02/2026

BOOTS PHARMACY, AJAX WAY, METHIL

We have just been informed that Boots pharmacy will close today at 3:30pm.

Please collect any prescriptions you require today before this. Any prescriptions generated at appointments this afternoon can be taken to any pharmacy.

05/02/2026

Cervical screening can help stop cancer before it starts. If you missed your last one, book an appointment with the Practice Nurse.

It's easy for cervical screening to fall to the bottom of your to-do list, but it only takes a few minutes and there are some simple ways to help put you at ease.

02/02/2026

JANUARY did not attend appointments

Advanced Nurse Practitioners - 4 hours 40mins
GP -7 hours 50mins
Mental Health Nurse - 5 hours 30mins
Physio - 4 hours 40mins
Phlebotomist - 9 hours 20mins
CTAC/Practice Nurse - 7 hours 15mins

We understand that sometimes missed appointments cannot be helped but we do appreciate if you no longer require your appointment please let us know so we can offer this to someone else.

We also send out text messages to your mobile number as a reminder of your appointment. If you have changed your mobile number please update this at the Practice.

Thank you