St Triduanas Medical Practice

10/02/2026

Our teams and services are under extreme pressure right now. Please carefully consider all options to get the Right Care in the Right Place https://services.nhslothian.scot/rightcare/

10/02/2026

Looking for something to do during the February break? Come along to a showing of Inside Out at Craigentinny Community Centre

10/02/2026

Parenting is hard, but if your child's had their vaccines, it means one less thing to worry about.

For more information on childhood vaccinations visit nhsinform.scot/onelessthing

28/01/2026

The HPV vaccine protects against several types of HPV that can cause cancer but it doesn’t protect against them all. So even if you've had the HPV vaccine, it's still important to go for cervical screening.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/cervicalscreening

28/01/2026

🧠💬 Feeling overwhelmed? Being at college or uni can be both exciting and stressful. Remember you don't have to face any worries alone - help is available. Here's what you need to know:

🏫 On Campus Support - Many unis or colleges offer in-house mental health services. Search the 'Think Positive Hub' to see what’s available near you.

🌐 NHS inform - Explore guides and resources:
Mental health guides to help issues such as anxiety, phobias, and sleep problems.
Tips on boosting your mental wellbeing
Info on where to find the right support
Free mental health apps to help with sleep, stress, and anxiety.

📞 Need to talk? Reach out to Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87 or webchat. Experienced advisors are available to listen and offer information and advice.
Open weekdays 6pm–2am & weekends 6pm Fri–6am Mon

🚨 Urgent help?
Contact your GP to access urgent mental health support. If the GP is closed, NHS 24's Mental Health Hub is available on 111. Specially trained advisers are ready to help and connect you with the right support.

Need more info? Check out our student health tips at . Link in comments!

30/12/2025

Get ready for the bells 🎉🔔
Follow our tips so you and your loved ones are health-prepared to say hello to 2026.

📲 Use NHS inform symptom checkers
When you’re feeling unwell, NHS inform's symptom checkers and self‑help guides will give you fast, expert‑designed advice on what to do next and how to manage common symptoms.

💊 Check medicines and repeat prescriptions
Make sure you have enough prescribed medicines as many GPs and pharmacies will be closed over New Year. Order only what you need, and collect before holiday closures. If you run out when the GP is closed, a community pharmacist may be able to give an emergency supply.

🤧 Manage winter illnesses at home
NHS inform has practical guidance for coughs, colds, sore throats, flu, norovirus and more - including self‑care and when to seek help.

🩹 Have remedies and first aid items available at home
It’s helpful to keep over‑the‑counter remedies such as paracetamol or ibuprofen (if suitable for you), antihistamines, anti‑diarrhoeals, indigestion remedies, a mild laxative, and a basic first‑aid kit. Always follow the pack advice and don’t overstock as medicines can go out of date. If unsure, ask a pharmacist.

🤒 For minor ailments - Remember Pharmacy First
If you’ve got a minor illness, your local community pharmacy is the first place to go for advice - no appointment required. Pharmacists (and trained team members) can assess, advise and provide medicine where appropriate, and will refer you to a GP, dentist, optometrist or another service if needed.

🗓️ Know your festive opening times
GP practices and pharmacies may have different opening hours on public holidays. Check local opening times and find nearby services using Scotland’s Service Directory on NHS inform.

🚑 Know where to get the right care in the right place
Call 999 or go to A&E for emergencies that are life or limb-threatening. Otherwise, NHS inform can help you decide what to do next, including when to contact your GP or 111.

Need more info? All links in the comments!

23/12/2025

19/12/2025

With everything going on at this time of year, stress and exhaustion are often not far away.

And if you’re worried about your family’s wellbeing or finances, the festive period can at times make these worries seem even bigger.

For tips on looking after yourself this winter, visit - https://www.parentclub.scot/articles/looking-after-yourself-christmas

16/12/2025

🎄 Plan Ahead for the Holidays!

GPs, dentists, pharmacies, and opticians will have different opening hours over the festive period. Make sure you order your prescriptions early and know what to do if you need urgent care.

👉 Check all the details here: https://services.nhslothian.scot/rightcare/public-holidays/

Stay prepared and enjoy a stress-free holiday season!

15/12/2025

From 8:00am Monday 15 December NHS Lothian is taking some urgent precautions to help protect patients and staff against flu this winter.

Visitors are welcome, but please:
✅ As always don’t visit if you’re unwell
✅ Limit visitors to 1–2
✅ Avoid bringing children under 12
✅ Consider wearing a mask and use hand gel

Together, we can reduce the risk and keep everyone safe.
More info: https://www.nhslothian.scot/goingtohospital/visitors/

05/12/2025

🤒Flu season has started early, protect yourself by booking your flu vaccine today.

🗓️To book your appointment, or for more information on drop-in clinics, visit nhsinform.scot/flu