Academy Medical Centre

03/04/2026

📢 𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘

We would like to provide an update on the 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗢𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 (𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗧) service at Academy Medical Centre. Following a pilot phase, the service has now concluded.

The pilot was successful and has demonstrated the value of occupational therapy within primary care. The PCOT team supported a diverse range of patients, helping individuals manage complex health, functional, and wellbeing needs. The service enabled many people to enhance their independence, confidence, and overall quality of life.

The learning and achievements from the pilot are significant, and the experience gained will inform future practice.

The PCOT team is grateful for the opportunity to deliver this service at Academy Medical Centre over the last year and to contribute to such an important area of work. Supporting patients in this setting has been a privilege.

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗣 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲.

Thank you to everyone who engaged with and supported the PCOT service over the past year.

03/04/2026

📢 PRACTICE CLOSURE REMINDER

Academy Medical Centre will be closed on:
📅 Monday 6 April
📅 Monday 13 April
in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

💊 Your local community pharmacy can provide advice and treatment for many common illnesses while we are closed.

📍 Please see the post below for pharmacies open on Monday 6 April.

31/03/2026

📢 PRACTICE CLOSURE NOTICE

Academy Medical Centre will be closed on:
📅 Monday 6 April 2026
📅 Monday 13 April 2026
in line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.

If you have a non-urgent health issue please wait until the practice re-opens, contact a local community pharmacy, or visit https://www.nhsinform.scot/ for answers to common health questions and symptom checkers.

Most GP surgeries in Tayside will be closed on Monday 6 and Monday 13 April.

Please ensure you have enough of your regular medication before the public holidays and only order what you need. There is no need to order additional medication.

Make sure you get the right care in the right place this Easter.

Find out more at www.rightcaretayside.scot.nhs.uk

31/03/2026

Spring is a great time to get active and enjoy the outdoors. Remember to check for ticks after spending time in grassy or wooded areas 🌳

To help prevent tick bites, you can:
👖 Wear long sleeves and trousers in overgrown areas
🧴 Use insect repellent on skin and clothing

For more tick tips, visit NHS inform 🔽
nhsinform.scot/tick-bites

31/03/2026

Following public engagement and the development of services, here’s important information on how to access minor injury care in Angus.

Patients are strongly advised not to self-present at NHS facilities with minor injuries. The correct way to access care is to call NHS 24 on 111. You will be assessed and directed to the most appropriate service for your needs. This may include local Community Treatment and Care Services, the Minor Injury and Illness Unit at Arbroath Infirmary, or Ninewells Emergency Department.

If it’s an emergency, please call 999 or attend the Emergency Department at Ninewells, if safe to do so.

31/03/2026

25/03/2026

25/03/2026

Did you know ticks are more active in the warmer months, especially in wooded areas? 🌳

starts today so we’re reminding everyone of some simple steps that can help reduce your risk when outside. Ticks can latch on your skin and potentially cause harmful diseases such as Lyme disease.

Reduce the risk of being bitten by:

✅Wearing insect repellent

✅Wearing long sleeves and trousers

✅Checking yourself for ticks after walking or camping

For more information, visit NHS inform 🔽

nhsinform.scot/tick-bites

25/03/2026

It’s not unusual for teens to have mood swings. Try reassuring them that it’s okay to feel that way.But if they’re really upset or emotional about something explain that these feelings are completely normal. And that it's also normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes and encourage them to do something to help them feel calmer.

Parent Club have lots of ideas to help you support your teen, visit ➡
parentclub.scot/topics/parenting-teens

25/03/2026

If you’ve been waiting 52 weeks or more for a urology outpatient appointment or procedure, you may get an email from us asking if you still need to be seen.

The message is genuine and includes a secure link to update your status.

Please do not ignore this message as this will help us to manage our waiting lists.

20/03/2026

Our latest Spring newsletter is now available! 🌼

Inside this issue:

✨ Meet the team – Senior Clinical Assistant Kim Birse
📞 Information about our new call back feature
🤝 How Community Link Workers can support you
❗ The impact of missed appointments
👶 Staff news – including a new baby!
📅 Upcoming public holiday closures

Read the full newsletter here:https://www.academymedicalcentre.co.uk/_assets/docs/newsletters/2026-spring.pdf

20/03/2026

Social Prescribing Day - 26th March

This Social Prescribing Day (26th March), we’re bringing health and wellbeing directly to your area! Next week, our dedicated Community Link Workers will be out and about at various locations across Angus, and we’d love for you to stop by.

Whether you are dealing with financial concerns, housing issues, feelings of isolation, or simply want to improve your physical health, come have a chat with us. We’re here to listen and help you navigate the many local resources and services available that can help take the weight off your shoulders.

Here's where you'll find our Community Link Workers:

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗲
🔸Tuesday 24th March, 10am - 12pm- the Foodbank at Carnoustie Legion
🔸Tuesday 31st March, - Carnoustie Community Café, Comrie Hall

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗳𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗺𝘂𝗶𝗿
🔸Tuesday 24th March, 12pm - 2pm - Forfar Well Bean Café, East and Old Church
🔸Thursday 26th March, 12pm - 2pm - Kirriemuir Food Hub

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗵
🔸Thursday 26th March, 10am - 2pm - The MAC (Monifieth Activity Centre)

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻
🔸Thursday 26th March, 10am - 3pm - JARS Community Kirriemuir Food Hub

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗵
🔸Thursday 26th March, 11.30am - 1.30pm -Arbroath FC Community Trust, Community Café at Life Church

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