Milton Surgery

12/12/2025

Are you going away this Christmas? 🎄

If so, make sure you prepare your home for the cold to reduce the risk of your pipes bursting or freezing.

You can protect your pipes by:
✅insulating your pipes and water tank
✅using the frost-protection setting on your heating system
✅knowing what to do if the worst happens.

Learn more in the comments.

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12/12/2025

If you're eligible and have not had your flu vaccine yet, there's still time to book an appointment.

For more information on appointments or to find out more about drop-in clinics, visit https://www.nhslothian.scot/vaccinations/adult-flu-vaccination/

12/12/2025

Find out how to get the medicine you need when your supplies have run out ⤵️ (link in comments)

12/12/2025

Winter can be a lonely time for some people.

You can help by checking in on older family members, friends and neighbours who may need extra support during cold weather.

ready.scot/prepare/get-and-offer-support

12/12/2025

In the rush of the Christmas season, it can be hard to take a moment… To breathe... To remember... To be grateful.

Christmas isn’t just about what we give — it’s about what we carry in our hearts. This year, the Department of Spiritual Care are offering staff and patients space to reflect and consider the Christmas message of peace, hope, and love.

12/12/2025

Confused about where to access the healthcare you need?

By getting the Right Care in the Right Place, we can all keep well and get the help we need quickly, safely, and as close to home as possible.

💻NHS INFORM - check symptoms and find health advice to help you stay well.

📱 NHS 24 ONLINE APP - use the chatbot to check your symptoms and find nearest services.

👩‍⚕️ PHARMACIST - help and advice with minor ailments and prescription medication.

🧠 MENTAL WELLBEING - online and telephone resources to help with mental health.

👁️ OPTOMETRIST - help with eye problems including sticky eyes or reduced vision.

🦷 DENTIST - help with injuries or pain in the mouth and teeth.

🩺 GP PRACTICE - a range of clinicians including doctors and nurses to help with both physical and mental health issues.

🩹 MINOR INJURIES - help with injuries that are not life or limb threatening, including cuts, minor burns, sprains, or suspected broken bones or fractures.

📞 111 - NHS 24 - advice when other services, such as GP or pharmacy, are closed and you are too ill to wait until they reopen.

🚑 999 OR A&E - for emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, severe breathing difficulties, or severe bleeding.

Click the link in our comments to find out more about

12/12/2025

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/

12/12/2025

Winter storms can cause power outages.

Call 105 free of charge to report or get information about power cuts in your area.

Stay safe during winter weather, with ready.scot

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