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- 7 January 2025
Practice Closures in 2025
Find out when the practice is closed during 2025 for your diary or calendar.
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- 24 December 2024
Festive Closures
Taymount and Scone Surgeries are closed from 25-26 December and 1–2 January. If you have a non-urgent health issue over the festive holidays, please wait until we reopen or consider using a local community pharmacy.
GP surgeries are closed from 25-26 December and 1-2 January. If you have a non-urgent health issue over the festive...
Posted by NHS Tayside on Tuesday 24 December 2024
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- 2 December 2024
Right Care, Right Place
Do you know where to get the right care, in the right place? Use this guide to find the care you need quickly, safely and as close to home as possible ⤵️ www.nhsinform.scot/right-care #RightCareRightPlace
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Monday 2 December 2024
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- 2 December 2024
Safer Sleep in Winter
It can be tempting to wrap your baby up in the colder months, but research shows that babies are better off being cooler rather than too hot. Download this free resource for hints and tips around caring for a baby during the winter.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Monday 2 December 2024
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- 26 November 2024
Practice Closure: Wednesday 27 November, 1pm - 6pm
Taymount and Scone surgeries will be taking part in area wide training on the afternoon of Wednesday 27 November. If you have an URGENT medical need between 1-6pm please call 07925 583388 and staff will direct you further. For routine matters, please contact us in the normal way on Thursday 28th.
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- 31 October 2024
Could it be Menopause?
During menopause women can experience a range of psychological and physical symptoms. Psychological symptoms can include anxiety, irritability and low mood. Knowing the signs can help you navigate this life transition with more confidence.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Thursday 31 October 2024
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- 10 October 2024
Breast Screening Awareness
Most women will have no sign of cancer, but breast screening can find cancers that are too small to see or feel. That’s why it’s important you attend your appointment when invited.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Thursday 10 October 2024
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- 10 October 2024
Right Care, Right Place
Save this handy guide to make sure you know where to get the Right Care in the Right Place.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Thursday 10 October 2024
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- 1 October 2024
Public Holiday Closure - Monday 7 October
Taymount and Scone surgeries will be closed on Monday 7 October, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
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- 12 September 2024
SARCS
Unsure where to turn if you’ve been raped or sexually assaulted? The dedicated national NHS sexual assault service (SARCS) is available to offer you a choice in healthcare and support.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Thursday 12 September 2024
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- 9 September 2024
Cystitis: Pharmacy First
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- 3 September 2024
Practice Closure: Wednesday 4 September, 1pm - 6pm
In line with GP Practices across Tayside, Taymount and Scone surgeries will be closed from 1pm on Wednesday 4 September for staff development. If you require URGENT medical advice between 1pm and 6pm you can call 07925 583388.
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- 21 August 2024
Job Vacancy: Advanced Nurse Practitioner
We are currently looking to expand our team of Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANP). Ideally, the successful candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and therefore possess proven advanced clinical assessment skills. Closing date: 30 September 2024.
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- 21 August 2024
Job Vacancy: General Practice Nurse
As a result of a retirement within our Practice Nursing team, an opportunity has arisen at the practice for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us. Closing date: 30 September 2024.
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- 21 August 2024
Job Vacancy: Opportunity for Partnership or Salaried GP
We are seeking to recruit a GP for 4-7 sessions to join our well organised and forward-thinking team. We are open to applications from those seeking partnership or a salaried position to facilitate the ongoing delivery of high quality care to our growing patient population at both of our surgery sites.
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- 20 July 2024
Practice Fundraiser Event Raises £5141 for Cancer Research
On 16th June, the practice entered 3 teams at the Cancer Research UK Race for Life at Camperdown Park in Dundee. Our...
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Saturday 20 July 2024
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- 18 July 2024
Public Holiday Closure - Monday 22 July
Taymount and Scone surgeries will be closed on Monday 22 July, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
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- 12 June 2024
Travel Vaccinations
If you're planning to travel abroad, Fit4Travel includes the latest health advice, and information on advisable vaccines and malaria risks for countries around the world.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Wednesday 12 June 2024
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- 11 June 2024
When Should You Call 111?
Are you ever unsure when to call 111 for medical help? It's a good question...
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Monday 10 June 2024
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- 30 May 2024
Practice Closure: Wednesday 5 June, 1pm - 6pm
In line with GP Practices across Tayside, Taymount and Scone surgeries will be closed from 1pm on Wednesday 5 June for staff development.
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- 10 May 2024
Job Vacancy: Medical Receptionist/Admin Assistant
We are currently looking for an experienced receptionist to join our team at Perth & Scone Medical Group. The position will be based at both Taymount and Scone Surgeries and the ability to drive would be preferred. Closing date: Sunday 26 May 2024.
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- 18 April 2024
Public Holiday Closures - Monday 6 & Monday 27 May
Taymount and Scone surgeries will be closed on Monday 6 May and Monday 27 May, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
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- 2 May 2024
Quitting Smoking
With Quit Your Way Scotland you’re more likely to stop smoking... and stay stopped.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Thursday 2 May 2024
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- 29 April 2024
Sleepio App
Try Sleepio for support with your sleep. Sleepio is a free customised online sleep improvement program which provides evidence-based techniques to help quiet your mind and enhance your sleep quality.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Monday 29 April 2024
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- 29 April 2024
Daylight App
Daylight can help you manage the anxiety and stress that can contribute to burnout. It is a free digital medicine app that teaches you evidence-based techniques for reframing anxious thoughts and reducing tension.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Monday 29 April 2024
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- 27 March 2024
Public Holiday Closures - Monday 1 and Monday 8 April
Taymount and Scone surgeries will be closed on Monday 1 April and Monday 8 April, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
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- 18 March 2024
Help & Support with Type 2 Diabetes
NHS Tayside (in partnership with Oviva) has a FREE programme to help you manage your Type 2 diabetes and support you to make sustainable lifestyle changes. The programme is delivered through an app or by phone.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Monday, 18 March 2024
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- 18 March 2024
Measles Awareness
Cases of measles are on the rise. That’s why you should check your child has had two of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Monday, 18 March 2024
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- 2 March 2024
Pharmacy First
Your community pharmacy can offer advice and treatment for minor ailments. Please consider visiting a pharmacy before calling your GP or NHS24 as many ailments do not require you to see a doctor.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Saturday, 2 March 2024
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- 22 February 2024
Practice Closure: Wednesday 28 February, 1pm - 6pm
In line with GP Practices across Tayside, Taymount and Scone surgeries will be closed from 1pm on Wednesday 28 February for staff development.
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- 17 February 2024
Breathing Space
If you need to talk, Breathing Space is there to listen. Managed by NHS 24, Breathing Space is Scotland’s free and confidential phone and webchat service for anyone aged 16 or over. If you need some Breathing Space call 0800 83 85 87 or visit www.breathingspace.scot.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Saturday, 17 February 2024
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- 13 February 2024
Symptom Checkers
Need some health care advice? NHS inform's online symptom checkers don't always replace the need to see a health professional, but they can help point you towards getting the right care in the right place.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Tuesday, 13 February 2024
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- 13 February 2024
Meningitis Awareness
Meningitis can be very serious and life threatening if not treated quickly, and it’s important to be aware of the symptoms.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Tuesday, 13 February 2024
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- 7 February 2024
Vitamin D Supplementation
We get less and less sunlight in winter, which means our bodies can't make enough vitamin D to support bone and muscle health. A daily supplement will help.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Wednesday, 7 February 2024
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- 17 January 2024
Shingles Vaccinations
One in four adults develop shingles so it’s important to get the vaccine when offered. If you’re eligible, NHS Scotland will contact you with details of your appointment. Getting vaccinated reduces your risk of being hospitalised or experiencing long-term pain from shingles if you do get it.
If you’re eligible, NHS Scotland will contact you with details of your appointment. For more information visit nhsinform.scot/shingles
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Wednesday, 17 January 2024
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- 17 January 2024
Quit Smoking Your Way
It's time to quit smoking for good. But how? With free support, you're twice as likely to succeed.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Wednesday, 17 January 2024
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- 9 January 2024
Breast Feeding Support Groups
We have 8 breastfeeding support groups running across Perth & Kinross, including in Perth and St Madoes.
Posted by Perth & Scone Medical Group on Tuesday, 9 January 2024