Stonehaven Patient Participation Group

27/11/2025

With case numbers for flu still increasing, we're continuing to encourage those who are eligible to come forward to receive their flu vaccine to help protect themselves and their loved ones.

For more info visit 🔽
nhsinform.scot/flu

Latest flu data here 🔽
https://publichealthscotland.scot/publications/viral-respiratory-diseases-in-scotland-surveillance-report/viral-respiratory-diseases-in-scotland-surveillance-report-27-november-2025/

27/11/2025

🏥 Face-to-Face Appointments – What’s Changing?

From 1st December 2025, Stonehaven Medical Group will care for patients from Auchenblae Medical Practice.

📍 Live in Stonehaven?

Your face-to-face appointments will still take place in the current Stonehaven practice building.

✅ These slots are reserved for local patients so we can:
✅ Provide high-quality care close to home
✅ Maintain continuity with the doctors & nurses you know

💙 We’re committed to keeping your care local and personal!

26/11/2025

Good respiratory hygiene keeps everyone safer.

🤧 Use tissues to cover coughs and sneezes, then throw them away immediately.
🧼 Wash hands to prevent the spread of germs.
🤲 Support others who may need assistance with these steps like the elderly and young children.

Let’s all do our part to stay well this winter!

26/11/2025

An AIR PRESSURE RELIEVING MATTRESS or overlay is used for the prevention and treatment of pressure sores and ulcers that can be caused by extended periods of immobility. If punctured by a heat source the escaping airflow could cause a fire which would spread rapidly. If anyone in your home uses an AIR PRESSURE RELIEVING MATTRESS, or overlay, make sure you follow our safety tips:

https://www.firescotland.gov.uk/at-home/air-pressure-relief-mattresses/

26/11/2025

When you are ill or injured, KNOW WHO TO TURN TO...

Going directly to the person with the appropriate skills is important. This can help you to a speedier recovery and ensure all NHS services are run efficiently.

www.know-who-to-turn-to.com

26/11/2025

26/11/2025

🤒 Feeling unwell? Still fighting off that tickly cough or dodgy tummy?

Please keep your bugs to yourself - don't visit friends or relatives in hospitals or care homes. What might be a 'mild' illness to you could have serious consequences for them.

A simple choice can protect vulnerable patients and residents - thank you!

26/11/2025

If you are being referred to another healthcare professional, what should you expect? 👈

The professional who makes the referral will:

- Ask what's important to you
- Discuss your options with you
- Tell you what to expect

Remember: It's ok to ask questions.

NHS Grampian Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership Health Improvement Team Moray

26/11/2025

📢 From Monday 1st December, contacting us will be just as easy as before! ✅

📞 Our phone number stays the same: 0345 337 1160

💻 eConsult is here to help! Available 24/7, even during the transition – so you can reach us anytime, anywhere.

We’re excited to welcome Auchenblae Medical Practice into Stonehaven Medical Group and keep your care seamless! 💙

25/11/2025

25/11/2025

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.

But small things can help:

🔵 try some physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🔵 make the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🔵 plan for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks or building in more rest

There’s also treatment available if you’re finding things really tough – such as light therapy, talking therapies or medication.

Find out more ➡️ www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/