Hallpark Medical Practice

03/04/2026

📢IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ AND SHARE: If you're looking for health advice over the Easter weekend, please take a look at this essential information below:

We’re expecting the 111 service to be busy over the next four days, which may mean a prolonged wait for calls to be answered. Here’s how you can save time and help us care for those most in need:

💊If your call is related to medicines please visit https://nhs24.info/accessing-medicines Whether it is prescribed or non-prescribed medication, our guide to accessing medication can save you time. You might not need to call 111.

🤧If you need general advice about common illnesses and ailments remember we have a lot of information on NHS inform, including a range of symptom checkers which you can use to help you decide what to do next: https://nhs24.info/symptom-checkers

📱The NHS 24 Online app also has handy health advice and can help you source your nearest open healthcare services, including pharmacies. The app is free to download on both iOS and Android devices. https://nhs24.info/NHS-24-Online

✔️By using NHS resources wisely, we can keep well and get the care we need quickly, safely and as close to home as possible. Find out more about how to access the : https://nhs24.info/RightCareRightPlace

NHS 24's staff are working exceptionally hard to answer as many calls as we can, quickly and safely. Please be patient and we will answer. 💙

31/03/2026

GP Practices across Forth Valley will be closed on Friday 3 April 2026 and Monday 6 April 2026.

A number of local pharmacies will be open over the Easter weekend. Opening times are available here ➡ nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

You can call NHS 24 on 111 day or night if you need advice for an injury or require urgent healthcare advice.

24/03/2026

🚧 Access to CCHC – Important Update
There are currently access issues affecting travel to CCHC.
🚗 The only way to reach the main entrance by car is via the Sauchie approach.
❌ Roads from Asda and Morrisons towards Whins Road are currently closed.
Please allow extra time for your journey and plan your route accordingly when attending your appointment.
Thank you for your understanding.

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10/03/2026

📢 Important Patient Notice – Alba Medical Group
Alba Medical Group will be taking part in essential staff training tomorrow, Wednesday 11th March from 1pm.
During this time, we kindly ask that you contact the surgery only if you need urgent medical advice.
You may also wish to use other NHS services that can support you, including:
💊 Pharmacy First
👁️ Opticians
🦷 Dentists
We will reopen as usual from 8:30am on Thursday 12th March.
Thank you for your understanding, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

05/03/2026

⚠️🚧 ROADWORKS ALERT 🚧⚠️
Three way traffic lights are in place on Hallpark and a separate set are on Sauchie brae.
If you have an appointment, please allow extra travel time so you don’t get caught in delays.
Thanks for your patience!

18/02/2026

🚨 Co-codamol 30/500 Supply Shortage – Important Patient Update 🚨

There is currently a UK-wide shortage of co-codamol 30/500 tablets. Supplies are expected to be limited from early February 2026 until the summer.

Unfortunately, other forms (capsules, soluble tablets or different strengths) cannot fully replace the usual tablets, so we may not be able to switch everyone to another type.

💊 What does this mean for you?

You may not receive your usual supply of co-codamol 30/500.

Your GP or pharmacist may talk to you about alternatives such as:
• Using paracetamol on its own
• Gradually reducing co-codamol and replacing some doses with paracetamol

🤔 Why might reducing be helpful?

Co-codamol is not usually recommended for long-term use.

Regular use can lead to:
• It becoming less effective over time
• Side effects (sleepiness, nausea, constipation)
• Dependence – meaning you may feel unwell if you stop suddenly

📉 Reducing safely

Normally, people reduce by:
• One tablet at one dose every 1–2 weeks

Because of the shortage, some people may need to reduce a little faster (for example, every 3–7 days).

You might notice mild flu-like symptoms, sweating, or feeling restless when cutting down — these usually settle within a few days.

Please follow the plan agreed with your prescriber.

✅ What you can do now

• Check what you already have at home before ordering more
• Only request co-codamol when you need it
• Speak to your pharmacist or GP if you’re worried
• Be open to alternative pain relief — many patients manage well on simpler options

This shortage may also be a good opportunity to review whether co-codamol is still the right medicine for you.

Thank you for your understanding and patience

17/02/2026

🙏 Thank you for your patience

Thank you to everyone for your patience while our IT systems were down. Everything is now back up and running as normal.

17/02/2026

📢 Planned IT System Downtime Today (12:00–14:00)
Please be aware that our IT systems will be unavailable between 12:00 and 14:00 today. This is due to essential maintenance work, and during this time we will have no access to patient records or electronic systems.
➡️ Only call if your request is urgent, as our ability to assist will be limited.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this downtime.
We will update you as soon as systems are back up and running.

20/01/2026

20/01/2026

⚠️🚧 ROADWORKS ALERT 🚧⚠️
Roadworks have started at the Whins Road roundabout today and will be in place for approximately 3 days.

If you have an appointment, please allow extra travel time so you don’t get caught in delays.

Thanks for your patience!

26/12/2025

Need a Pharmacist? The following Pharmacies are open today 🎄

Visit our Winter Zone for more info ⬇
www.nhsforthvalley.com/winter