Ambacare Ltd

06/11/2025

Space for a Massage this evening at 7pm if anyone wishes to book - either call 016830220700 or
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04/11/2025

Representation in Houses of Parliament, in support of people living with any number of these cross-over conditions.
Great news & I hope that this leads to improved awareness, diagnosis & health care plans with regard to these conditions.

Today we are proud to launch the Overlapping Illness Alliance (OIA), a coalition of charities working to improve recognition, care and support for those living with complex, overlapping conditions.⁠
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We are an alliance of charities representing people with Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS), hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD), PoTS, MCAS, long COVID and ME/CFS.⁠
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These illnesses often present similar, debilitating symptoms including fatigue, pain, dizziness, brain fog, gut issues and post-exertional malaise. Despite their frequent co-occurrence and shared biological mechanisms, they are still too often treated in isolation, leading to fragmented care and delayed diagnoses. ⁠
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We are hosting a drop-in session at the Houses of Parliament on Tuesday, 25th November to inform MPs about these conditions, and what they can do to support. Ask your MP to attend using our simple form: https://actionforme.eaction.org.uk/dropin
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You can also learn more about the alliance, which includes: The Ehlers-Danlos Support UK, Mast Cell Action, POTS UK, Long Covid Kids, Long Covid Support, and Action for ME, here: https://www.overlappingillnessalliance.org.uk/

02/11/2025

If anyone has a child describing unexplained symptoms like dizziness or fatigue, please pursue this fully with your GP.
This can be early signs which, if not appropriately managed, can lead to many additional problems including school absence, low self esteem and development of mental health problems.

31/10/2025

22/10/2025

We have spaces left for Swedish massage with Chloe this Thursday.

Swedish massage offers physical benefits like improved circulation, reduced muscle tension, and increased flexibility, as well as mental benefits such as stress and anxiety relief and improved sleep quality. It works by using long, flowing strokes, kneading, and gentle pressure to relax muscles, calm the body and mind, and help release toxins and waste products.

To book, click the link below
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18/10/2025

Raising awareness of PoTS which is also often just one of a broader selection of symptoms.

16/10/2025

MSK and mental health are deeply connected.

Poor mental health worsens MSK symptoms. MSK pain contributes to depression & anxiety.

Yet these issues are rarely treated together.

This , let’s change that and treat the whole person.

15/10/2025

Your views on your GP practice are being sought, and a series of pop-up events across Dumfries and Galloway are giving you the chance to have your say

People across the region are being invited to drop in to the events taking place in busy public locations to share their opinions on local GP services as part of the ongoing General Medical Services (GMS) Review.

Director of Strategic Planning and Transformation David Rowland said: “We have learned a lot from talking to people who deliver these services and those who use them.

“Now, having assembled all these thoughts, we’re heading back out into the communities to share these findings and ask people to comment and focus our thoughts as we move into the final stages of this work.

“This feedback will help shape GP services that work for everyone, every day.”

The GMS Review began in December 2024 and has already gathered insights from healthcare professionals about rising patient demand, workforce pressures, and the need for improved IT systems. It’s spoken to wider stakeholders, and heard from patients about some of the challenges they face, and what they would like to see in the future.

The pop-up events are designed to be quick, simple, and convenient - no appointment is needed. Questions are straightforward, with no jargon, simply asking one simple question - what matters most to you about your GP practice?

Deputy Medical Director and GP Dr Grecy Bell said: “We often hear from staff about what needs to improve, but patients sometimes see things differently. These events are a chance to consider everything we’ve heard to date, and to make sure that what’s taken forward reflects the needs of everyone.”

Feedback from the pop-ups will feed into a comprehensive plan for the future of GP services in Dumfries and Galloway.

Health officials aim to present detailed proposals early next year, ensuring services meet the needs and expectations of local communities.

Residents are encouraged to attend the pop-up events in their area.

Dates, times, and locations are being shared through social media channels.

For more information, or to express interest in attending, people can contact the GMS Review team at dg.shapingthefutureofgms@nhs.scot