Airthrey Park Medical Centre

06/03/2026

A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract, usually from the gut. Infection can occur in different parts of the urinary system, including the urethra, bladder and kidneys.

You may experience one or more of the following symptoms:

🔹Passing urine more often than usual
🔹Burning or pain when passing urine
🔹Sudden or urgent need to pass urine
🔹Blood in your urine
🔹Needing to pass urine at night
🔹Pain or discomfort in the lower tummy

Antibiotics aren’t always needed, especially for milder infections, and may not be the best option.

Find more information and advice at nhsforthvalley.com/uti

06/03/2026

Looking to learn ways to deal with common problems like anxiety, low self-confidence, poor sleep and panic?

Then book on to the Step on Stress programme. It's free and open to anyone aged over 16 living or working in Forth Valley.

For more info and to book visit www.bookwhen.com/fvstress

06/03/2026

We ask travellers to complete a health assessment at least 6 – 8 weeks before departure. We are experiencing a high demand of enquires to our travel service, so please give yourselves plenty of time before your departure!

Visit our travel vaccine website for more info ➡️ https://travel.nhsforthvalley.com

06/03/2026

25/02/2026

25/02/2026

Noticing changes in memory, thinking, or day-to-day life? 💜

Speaking to your GP is a good first step. You don’t have to work it out on your own.

What might happen next 🩺

Your GP will usually look at a few possible causes first. That can include routine checks, blood tests, and some simple questions or assessments about memory and thinking.

If dementia is a possibility, they can refer to the right Older Adults service for further assessment and diagnosis.

If you have a diagnosed learning disability ♿

Any concerns about changes in thinking or memory should be directed to the Learning Disability Memory Multi-Disciplinary Team (MMDT). They work alongside the person and their support network to provide screening, assessment and post-diagnostic support.

Trusted info 🌐

For symptoms, types of dementia, how diagnosis works and treatment options, NHS Inform is a reliable place to start.

National helplines 📞

Age Scotland: 0800 12 44 222

And if you’re in Forth Valley and want community-based support alongside any clinical pathway, Town Break is here. 💜

24/02/2026

If you’re going through a difficult patch or are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or lonely, it’s important to remember that help is available.

🔗www.nhsinform.scot/mindtomind

24/02/2026

NHS 24’s Mental Health Hub is open to all ages. If you are in Scotland and have an urgent mental health need, there's support available to get you the right care in the right place. 💙

Find out more about NHS 24's mental health services: https://nhs24.info/mental-health-services

20/02/2026

The shingles vaccine can reduce your risk of developing shingles or, if you do get shingles, it can make the symptoms milder.

If you’re eligible, the NHS in Scotland will contact you with details of your appointment.

For more information visit nhsinform.scot/shingles

20/02/2026

Routine screening doesn’t stop you getting breast cancer, but it’s the best way to spot cancers at an early stage when they’re easier to treat. That’s why it’s important you attend your appointment when invited.

Find out if you’re eligible at: nhsinform.scot/breastscreening