Links Medical Practice Aberdeen

28/12/2025

Feeling under the weather? Symptom checkers provide fast advice to guide you.

Use the guides for advice on:
💠 various symptoms
💠 next steps
💠 nearby health and care services

NHS 24 experts design these symptom checkers. While they don't substitute in-person care, they help direct you to the appropriate assistance as quickly as possible.

27/12/2025

26/12/2025

18/12/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are only able to deal with urgent matters today. Please be considerate if you call. Thank you for your understanding.

15/12/2025

Our vaccination centres are well stocked and ready to see anyone eligible for their 'flu and/or COVID jabs. It's not too late; drop-ins are available, check out our website for the latest information: www.grampianvax.com/drop-ins

15/12/2025

Visit www.nhsinform.scot

Cases of flu are high this winter, so if you’re wondering whether it’s just a cold or you’re floored with flu here’s what to do.

Most symptoms can be safely managed at home. Rest, drink plenty of fluids, and use paracetamol or ibuprofen to ease aches and fever. Your pharmacist can advise on cold and flu remedies.

Antibiotics won’t help with colds and flu as they are viruses – time and self-care are best.

To stop the spread:
💉 get your flu vaccination if you are eligible
🧼 wash your hands regularly
😷 cover coughs and sneezes

Remember you can access trusted advice and symptom checkers by visiting NHS inform - LINK IN COMMENTS!

12/12/2025

Due to the significant number of people in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) and Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital (RACH) will 'flu/other respiratory illness, staff of both hospitals will be wearing fluid repellent surgical masks. We ask relatives, visitors, parents and carers to please do the same.

Please do not visit - or bring siblings to visit - if you or they have any symptoms of respiratory illness (cough, sore throat, runny nose) or norovirus (diarrhoea and/or vomiting). These illnesses spread very quickly and can be serious in those who are already unwell. Thank you for your support and co-operation.

29/11/2025

✨ Receptionists are not “just admin.”
💙 They are patient advocates, navigating complex systems to make sure people get the care they need.
🚪 They are the gateway to the clinical team — without them, there is no access.
⚠️ But constant abuse is pushing them to breaking point.
🔥 Burnout is rising, and we are losing skilled staff who can no longer absorb the emotional toll.
💬 This is a call for compassion.
✅ Protecting our reception teams protects access to care.
💭 You don’t know what happened on the call they just took.
👉 Be kind. It matters more than you think.
🎥 Watch this powerful video:

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20/11/2025

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You're not alone. Find out how others are taking care of their mental wellbeing at www.nhsinform.scot/mindtomind

17/11/2025

Battling the flu? 🤧 Here are some top tips from NHS inform to help you feel better and stop the flu from spreading:

TREATING FLU

🔹 Rest and Sleep: Give your body the time it needs to recover.
🔹 Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.
🔹 Medication: Take paracetamol or ibuprofen to reduce fever and ease aches and pains.

The symptoms of flu usually develop 1 to 3 days after becoming infected, and most people will feel better within a week.

PREVENTING THE SPREAD

🔹 Good Hygiene: Wash your hands often with warm water and soap.
🔹 Cover Up: Use a tissue or your elbow to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.
🔹 Get Rid: Bin used tissues as soon as possible.
🔹 Stay Home: If you have a high temperature or feel unwell, stay at home to avoid spreading the flu to others.
🔹 Clean Surfaces: regularly disinfect places like your computer keyboard, telephone and door handles.

Remember flu is spread by germs from coughs and sneezes, which can live on hands and surfaces for 24 hours. Follow our hygiene tips above to prevent the virus from spreading further!

04/11/2025

Due to admin shortages, we are experiencing long waits on the phones.
Please only call this afternoon if you require the duty doctor.

22/09/2025

We are closed Monday 22nd September.
Please call 111 if you require medical help.