Riverview Medical Centre

22/12/2025

Christmas and New Year public holidays

People across Greater Glasgow and Clyde are being reminded that GP practices and many pharmacies will be closed over the festive period.

GP practices will be closed from 24th December to 29th December, and then again from 31st December to 5th January.

People who need medicines regularly are encouraged to think ahead and ensure they have an appropriate supply of their repeat prescriptions, ordering only what they need, when they need it.

Routine medications will not be issued by the GP Out of Hours service, and it is important to note that this service is by-appointment only.

Most pharmacies will be closed between 24th December and 26th December, and then again between 31st December and 2nd January. Some local pharmacies may also close earlier than usual. For more information, click below:


Pharmacy Opening Hours - Christmas 25/26 - NHSGGC
https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/right-care-right-place/pharmacy/pharmacy-opening-hours-christmas-25-26/

Pharmacy Opening Hours - New Year 25/26 - NHSGGC
https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/right-care-right-place/pharmacy/pharmacy-opening-hours-new-year-25-26/

Every community pharmacy in Scotland provides the Pharmacy First service, offering support and treatment for a range of minor ailments from coughs and colds to earache and heartburn. The vast majority of people who live in Scotland can walk in off the street and be seen, with no appointment necessary*.

For more information on the best ways to access care, please visit Right Care, Right Place - NHSGGC.
https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/right-care-right-place/

* NHS Pharmacy First Scotland is available to everyone registered with a GP practice in Scotland or the Defence Medical Services on a permanent or temporary basis (including care home residents) and people who live in Scotland (including gypsy or travellers / asylum seeker or dependant of an asylum seeker).

Visitors to Scotland are excluded from accessing the service, however pharmacists will still be able to provide general help and advice to these patients as well as providing medication by over the counter sale.

We use the Right Care, Right Place model for all types of care. This ensures patients get access to the most appropriate care quickly and safely. It also helps protect our Accident and Emergency Departments (A&E) so they can look after patients with life-threatening conditions. Choose the right opti...

22/12/2025

Five Things You Can Do to Avoid Being Ill This Christmas

NHSGGC shares simple steps to stay healthy and keep healthcare services free for those who need them most

Everyone wants to avoid coughs, colds, and unexpected trips to A&E this Christmas. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is urging people to take simple steps to stay well this winter and help keep healthcare services available for those who need them most.

Five of the easiest things you can do to avoid being ill this Christmas are:

1. Get Your Winter Vaccine
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and those around you from serious illness. If you’re eligible, make sure you’ve booked your appointment or visit one of NHSGGC’s drop-in clinics. Check www.nhsggc.scot for dates and locations.

2. Start by treating from home and knowing where to go next, if needed. If you need help this time of year, think ‘Right Care, Right Place.’ Many minor injuries and illnesses can be managed from home. If you do need more help, start by accessing healthcare within your community, such as by contacting your local pharmacy, dentist, optician, or GP. Pharmacy First also offers free advice and treatment for impetigo and uncomplicated urinary tract infections at pharmacies, helping eligible patients get faster care without needing a GP appointment.

If it’s more serious, you’re unsure, or your community services are closed, call NHS 24 on 111. Remember, A&E is for life-threatening emergencies only.

3. Wash Your Hands – Often
Winter bugs and illnesses are likely to spread in homes, offices, and at parties at this time of year. Regular handwashing with soap and warm water is one of the simplest ways to prevent the spread of germs. Encourage kids to make it fun – sing a festive tune, like Jingle Bells, while scrubbing!

4. Have a Supply of Over-the-counter Remedies
Don’t let a sore throat or upset stomach ruin your Christmas. Keep a supply of over-the-counter remedies at home for you and your family, such as paracetamol, ibuprofen, indigestion tablets, and a basic first aid kit. This helps you manage minor illnesses at home without having to go to the shops when you’re unwell and potentially passing it on to others.

5. Take Care of Yourself
The festive season can be stressful, and it's easy to overindulge in rich food, late nights, and alcohol. While enjoying celebrations is important, looking after your physical and mental health will help you feel your best and avoid illness. Make time for rest, stay hydrated, and keep moving outside or around the house if conditions are dangerous.

Dr Claire Harrow, Deputy Medical Director for Acute Services, said: By following these simple steps, you can enjoy a healthier, happier Christmas and help keep healthcare services available for those who need it most.

“If you do need medical help during the festive period, think ‘Right Care, Right Place’. Many minor injuries and illnesses can be managed at home, while even more conditions can be treated in the community. If services are closed, be sure to phone NHS 24 on 111 in the first instance.”

For more information on winter health advice and looking after yourself, visit www.nhsggc.scot, the NHS Inform website, or the NHS 24 Online app.

For more NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde News, visit NHSGGC News - NHSGGC'

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17/12/2025

Festive Opening hours:

Latest day for processing prescriptions is Monday 22nd Dec. Please ensure you submit your request on time.

Monday 22nd Dec: 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 23rd Dec: 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 24th Dec: 8am - 6pm
Thursday 25th Dec - CLOSED
Friday 26th Dec - CLOSED
Saturday 27th Dec - CLOSED
Sunday 28th Dec - CLOSED

Latest day for processing prescriptions is Monday 29th Dec. Please ensure you submit your request on time.

Monday 29th Dec: 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 30th Dec: 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 31st Dec: 8am - 6pm
Thursday 1st Jan - CLOSED
Friday 2nd Jan - CLOSED
Saturday 3rd Jan - CLOSED
Sunday 4th Jan - CLOSED

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03/12/2025

If you have mild or moderate flu symptoms, stay home to avoid spreading the virus, especially in GP practices, hospitals, and other healthcare settings.

If you need medical advice, visit your local pharmacy or call NHS 24 on 111 for urgent concerns.

To reduce the spread:
Wash hands often
Cover coughs/sneezes with a tissue or your elbow
Consider wearing a face mask
Find a self-help guide at Self-help guide:
Flu-like illness | NHS inform

19/11/2025

CARERS RIGHTS DAY

Tomorrow, 20th November – Carers Rights Day is about raising awareness of Carers Rights and entitlements to unpaid Carers, if you would like some advice, support or someone to talk to Renfrewshire Carers Centre can help - 0141 887 3643

17/11/2025

When your medical treatment is finished, the best place for you to recover is at home. This is known as the Home First approach and helps you maintain independence and get back to your usual routine.

Hospital is the best place for medical checks and treatments but it's not the best place to recover once you're well enough to go home.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/home-first

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When your medical treatment is finished, the best place for you to recover is at home. This is known as the Home First approach.

05/11/2025

**COMMUNITY LINK WORKER**

Our Renfrewshire Community Link Worker can support with social, financial, mental health and practical challenges.

Please call the surgery 01505 320208 if you wish to make an appointment to discuss any of the listed issues.

Whilst your GP and practice nurse offer treatments for medical issues, they often don’t have time to explore other types of support with their patients. This is where our Community Link Workers come in.

They’re able to spend time exploring the resources and techniques that may be helpful to you. They can help with challenges such as:

Bereavement
Loneliness
Relationship problems
Feeling low or stressed
Money
Employment
Housing
Caring for a family member
Parenthood
Experiencing violence or abuse
Living with a long-term condition (like chronic pain, COPD, or diabetes)
Having a disability

Get support with a variety of social, financial, mental health and practical challenges in Renfrewshire.

27/10/2025

Are you a new parent?
Your child will be offered vaccines that protect against diseases such as meningitis, whooping cough, measles and more.
And the best part, you don't have to do anything. You will
automatically receive an appointment letter for your child
when they're eligible.

13/10/2025

13/10/2025

Bird flu is a virus that causes disease in birds, but it can be
passed to humans. That’s why the flu vaccine is being offered to
certain registered bird keepers, poultry and support workers.
Visit nhsinform.scot/flu to book an appointment