Valley Medical Practice

24/01/2026

Do you know the signs of diabetes?

Our new diabetes webpage explains the different types of diabetes, including Type 1, Type 2, Gestational Diabetes, MODY, LADA and more - and what symptoms to look out for.
Common symptoms include:

• Going to the toilet frequently
• Increased thirst
• Feeling tired
• Unexplained weight loss
• Slow healing wounds
• Blurred vision
• Ge***al itching or thrush
Understanding symptoms early can make a big difference in getting the right care.

Learn more: https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/adult-diabetes-service/

30/12/2025

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION*

We will be closed on Thursday 1st January and Friday 2nd January and will reopen normal hours on Monday 5th January! We would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year!

Some community pharmacists will remain open during this period to answer questions on choosing and using the right medicine and provide advice on treating everyday ailments.

For more information visit: https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/healthhub/festive-period-opening-hours-gp-and-dental/

23/12/2025

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION*

We will be closed on Thursday 25th December and Friday 26th December and will reopen normal hours on Monday 29th December! We hope everyone has a lovely Christmas. 🎄

Some community pharmacists will remain open during this period to answer questions on choosing and using the right medicine and provide advice on treating everyday ailments.

For more information visit: https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/healthhub/festive-period-opening-hours-gp-and-dental/

18/12/2025

Drop in cervical screening event 4th February 2026 at East Ayrshire Community Hospital. No appointment needed. Please see below poster for details.

17/12/2025

Online Event tomorrow which should be informative and helpful for many ladies 🧍‍♀️

Healthy Working Lives- Online Menopause Cafe

Join us for a virtual chat about navigating menopause in the
workplace - let's support each other in staying healthy at work!

Thursday 18 December 12 pm to 1 pm

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/healthy-working-lives-scottish-borders-online-menopause-cafe-tickets-1923771906559?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

04/12/2025

04/12/2025

Looking to stop smoking or va**ng? We will have someone in the surgery on Monday mornings. Please contact the surgery for more information or phone the free number on the poster below

Are you living in New Cumnock and the surrounding areas and want to stop smoking/va**ng?
Quit Your Way have a 1:1 clinic on Mondays from 9.30am to 11.30am.

We offer FREE ni****ne replacement therapy and FREE behavioural support.
You can book an appointment yourself by contacting Valley Medical Practice on 01290 338 242.

You are 4 times more likely to stop smoking with support, contact us to find out how we can support you.

17/11/2025

Dear Patients, if you or someone you know has trouble sleeping you can now access and NHS sleep therapy. Sign-up to Sleepio and share the support. Click the link below to get started.

https://nhs.sleepio.com/ValleyMedicalPractice

17/11/2025

The Practice will be closed on Tuesday 18th November 2025 from 1pm for protected learning time.

If you require urgent medical assistance that cannot wait until we reopen at 8:00am on Wednesday 19th November 2025 please call Ayrshire Urgent Care on 01563 826930.

14/10/2025

We love to share our patient information leaflets and honestly love to see lively, happy children. Recently our waiting area and toilets have reallly been left in a bit of a state to say the least. (We won’t share the photos of the toilets)

Please treat the area with respect and leave your surgery the way you would like to find it. If you need assistance or if accidents happen (which we understand can, especially when you’re not feeling well) please speak to a staff member so we can discreetly help you and clean things up.

17/09/2025

Information about September weekend closure

All GP Practices, most dentists and community pharmacies have public holiday closures on Friday 19 September and Monday 22 September. Some community pharmacies will remain open during this period and can answer questions on choosing and using the right medicine and provide advice on treating everyday ailments. NHS 24 also has a number of pharmacists who are able to answer medicine and pharmacy-related questions over the telephone on 111.

Find a list of pharmacy opening hours here: https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/healthhub/community-pharmacy/comunity-paharmacy-opening-times/

28/08/2025

🚨 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm

The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every compatible phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if the device is discovered.

You can opt out in your phone’s settings to protect your safety:
✅ iPhone: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts

✅ Android: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts (and other threat categories if listed)