Aberdeenshire Public Health - South

Aberdeenshire Public Health - South Supporting those living and working in South Aberdeenshire to live well in healthy, well connected communities. Check when your GP practice or pharmacy is open.

Adult Social Care and Health services in Aberdeenshire are coordinated and delivered by the Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership (AHSCP), a partnership of Aberdeenshire Council and NHS Grampian. The AHSCP provides a range of care and support services in the community for people with different care needs, mainstream services, which are available to all, and specialist services designed for more complex needs. AHSCP services take a coordinated approach to the way care, support and lifestyle advice designed to keep you healthier and independent for longer is delivered. AHSCP has identified the following health improvement priorities to ensure our communities are healthy places to live, those living in our communities are able to stay resilient and are well connected to a wide range of services, support and activities in their communities:

• Improving mental health and wellbeing.
• Healthy eating, being active and healthy weight.
• Minimising the impact of poverty and inequalities.
• Building resilience and community capacity for health improvement. These priorities will be progressed in collaboration with our communities and partners across health and social care, local government and the third sector. The Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership Public Health Team has a key role in supporting the delivery of these priorities partners to deliver this plan through:

• Gathering and interpreting evidence and health information and data.
• Development of policies and strategies.
• Development of delivery plans and health improvement programmes.
• Assessing the impact of plans and programmes.
• Shifting service provision towards prevention and early intervention.

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About NHS Grampian

Proudly working together to deliver the best possible services for a healthier Grampian. NHS services for the half-million people who live in Grampian are provided by NHS Grampian, and are overseen by one single NHS Board. The single Grampian NHS Board is responsible for improving the health of the Grampian population, and for delivering the health care required. The Board must oversee the taking-forward of Scotland's national health agenda, tailored to the needs of the Grampian population of half-a-million people spread over 3,000 square miles of city, town, village and rural communities. The Board is supported from headquarters at Summerfield House in Aberdeen. Senior managers for the functions which cover the whole of Grampian are based here, including financial overview, corporate planning, and central responsibility for protection and promotion of public health. Seeking medical advice

Please do not post medical/health queries on this page as we will not be able to respond to these. If you require urgent medical advice:

Daytime - contact your own GP Surgery

Evenings, weekends and holidays - telephone NHS 24 on 111

For serious accidents and medical emergencies - telephone the ambulance service on 999

Please also be aware that anything that you post on our page will be visible to everyone who accesses this page. Unauthorised photography, filming or recording

No one is allowed to make unauthorised photos, video or audio recordings in NHS Grampian buildings and grounds, particularly if they feature other patients, staff, carers, or visitors. This is to respect the privacy and dignity of individuals using our services and also our staff. Moderation

Please note this is a moderated information site and is not a public forum. This site is moderated Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30am and 5pm (excluding public holidays). The moderators reserve the right to delete any comments that contain vulgar language, personal attacks of any kind or offensive comments that target or disparage any ethnic, racial or religious group. Further to this, we also reserve the right to delete any comments that:

• are spam or include links to other sites
• are clearly off topic
• advocate illegal activity
• promote particular services, products or political organisations
• infringe on copyrights or trademarks
• use personally identifiable medical information (We recommend you do not share any of your medical information on our Social Media pages)
• contain case-specific and other confidential information
• spread misinformation that may cause harm

Requesting information

Requests for information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 or the Data Protection Act 1998 should be submitted as follows:

For Freedom of Information requests, e-mail: gram.foi@nhs.scot
For personal information requests, e-mail:
gram.infogovernance@nhs.scot

For further information, please visit the NHS Grampian Freedom of Information section on our website. Providing feedback on NHS Grampian services

Please don’t provide feedback on NHS Grampian and our services on this page. Instead, you can contact us direct to praise staff, comment on our standards of care or let us know your views on any other aspect of NHS services in Grampian by the following:

Post:

NHS Grampian Feedback Service Summerfield House 2 Eday Road Aberdeen AB15 6RE

Tel: 0345 337 6338 E-mail gram.nhsgrampianfeedback@nhs.scot
The Feedback Service is open during the office hours of Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Alternatively, you can complete a Feedback Card which can be found throughout NHS Grampian at clinics and practices (please tick the Complaint box on the card to confirm you wish to make a formal complaint). Know Who To Turn To

If you are looking for medical advice, please speak to your GP, call NHS 24 on 111 (if it's out of hours) or visit www.nhsinform.scot. For serious accidents and medical emergencies - telephone the ambulance service on 999. Don't run out of repeat prescriptions - order only what you need. Details of opening hours for GP practices and pharmacies are available at: https://www.nhsinform.scot/national-service-directory/

For information on which NHS service to turn to when you're ill, injured or have a long term condition, visit: www.know-who-to-turn-to.com

It's more important than ever to with your healthcare concerns; we've prepared this chart to explain how key services are currently operating.

Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful Christmas season. We hope you enjoy some well‑earned rest, plenty of cheer, and m...
25/12/2025

Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful Christmas season. We hope you enjoy some well‑earned rest, plenty of cheer, and moments that keep you feeling well and cared for over the holidays.

As the year comes to a close, the South Public Health Team has been reflecting on all that’s been achieved. It’s been a year filled with collaboration, creativity, and commitment as we’ve continued to support and co‑create health and wellbeing opportunities with our communities, partners, and local groups. We’re grateful for everyone who has joined us along the way.

We are excited to carry this momentum into the New Year, in partnership with you, and look forward to working together on whatever opportunities and challenges 2026 brings.

Warmest Christmas and New Year Wishes, Freda & Dawn, South Public Health Team

🎄 Day 12: Twelve Drummers Drumming  🥁 On the twelfth day of Christmas, let’s march to the beat of brighter days! 🥁 Do yo...
24/12/2025

🎄 Day 12: Twelve Drummers Drumming

🥁 On the twelfth day of Christmas, let’s march to the beat of brighter days! 🥁

Do you struggle with depression and anxiety during the winter months?

If so, check out the daylight app and discover ways to better manage your wellbeing.

✨ The Daylight app guides you to find calm, balance, and positivity long after the decorations are packed away. ✨

The Daylight app offers science-backed digital therapies, personalised to your needs - with no need for prescriptions or a doctor’s appointment.

Daylight - www.trydaylight.com/nhs

🎄 Day 11: Eleven Pipers Piping 🚬 On the eleventh day of Christmas, breathe easy with the pipers!.  🚬 Give yourself the b...
23/12/2025

🎄 Day 11: Eleven Pipers Piping

🚬 On the eleventh day of Christmas, breathe easy with the pipers!. 🚬

Give yourself the best present by Quitting Smoking this Christmas – Free Support Available!

Call our NHS Free Healthline on 08085 20 20 30 and speak with an advisor who can help you find the right support to quit smoking.

Or visit your nearest Community Pharmacy and talk to one of the trained staff about the support available and the free Ni****ne Replacement Therapy (NRT) they can offer. Go into 2026 a healthier, smoke-free you!

🎄 Day 10: Ten Lords a-Leaping  🚖On the tenth day of Christmas, let’s leap for safe celebrations 🚖 If celebrating, don’t ...
22/12/2025

🎄 Day 10: Ten Lords a-Leaping

🚖On the tenth day of Christmas, let’s leap for safe celebrations 🚖

If celebrating, don’t drink and drive!

Plan and arrange a designated driver before the party starts, use taxis or ride-share apps.

Look out for friends and make sure everyone gets home safely.

Keep safe on the roads. If you're walking or cycling or wheeling, wear bright, fluorescent, or reflective clothing, rather than dark colours, to enhance visibility. Avoid distractions like phones or headphones.

Drivers should use headlights appropriately, ensure their eye tests are up-to-date, properly clear and demist windows, and keep them clean - inside and out - to reduce glare.


https://www.getabout.org.uk/getabout-aberdeen-city-and-shire-by/winter-road-safety/

🎄 Day 9: Nine Ladies Dancing💃 On the ninth day of Christmas, let’s dance like nobody’s watching! 💃 Put on your favourite...
21/12/2025

🎄 Day 9: Nine Ladies Dancing

💃 On the ninth day of Christmas, let’s dance like nobody’s watching! 💃

Put on your favourite festive tunes and get moving.
Dancing is great for your heart, mood, and fun levels!

Find joy in exercising by taking part in activities you love.
Whether it’s walking the dog, dancing round the kitchen or gardening with the grandkids.
It doesn’t have to be too strenuous. What’s important is that you are finding joy in everyday movement


NHS Inform has a range of information and videos about being and staying active.
Benefits of being active | NHS inform
https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/keeping-active/benefits-of-being-active/

🌲 Day 8: Eight Maids a-Milking🚶♀️ On the eighth day of Christmas, we’re milking the benefits of walking in nature! 🚶Walk...
20/12/2025

🌲 Day 8: Eight Maids a-Milking
🚶♀️ On the eighth day of Christmas, we’re milking the benefits of walking in nature! 🚶

Walking outdoors is a simple way to boost your mood, reduce stress, and connect with the world around you.
Nature adds an extra layer of calm and wellbeing.
Fresh air, gentle movement, and natural surroundings can work wonders for your mental and physical health.
Step outside and soak up the season! ❄️✨
Walking hub – Walking Scotland
https://walkingscotland.org.uk/walking-hub/

18/12/2025

📣Hello Audience
We have two Drug and Alcohol Recovery Training (DART) courses commencing in the Shire in the New Year in partnership with Alcohol & Drugs Action

📒Huntly - Thursday 22nd January is information day and the course will fully commence on Thursday the 5th February 10-3pm

📒Banchory- Tuesday 10th February 10-3pm

Both courses will run fortnightly in person for 6 sessions with the opportunity to check in the alternate weeks over the telephone or online if required.

Registration is vital and spaces are limited. For further information contact:

📧info@acr.scot
Or info@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk
📞Laura on 07715311550

🎄 Day 6: Six Geese a-Laying  😴 On the sixth day of Christmas, the geese say: rest is best! 😴  Many of us feel a mixture ...
18/12/2025

🎄 Day 6: Six Geese a-Laying


😴 On the sixth day of Christmas, the geese say: rest is best! 😴


Many of us feel a mixture of stress and excitement ahead of the festive period and, whatever you feel, these heightened emotions all have the potential to interfere with your sleep.

If you suffer from poor sleep or anxiety during the winter months, the Sleepio app may be able to help.

Sleepio – www.sleepio.com/nhs

18/12/2025

The Mental Health Improvement & Wellbeing Service (MHIWS) in Aberdeenshire has launched a weekly Virtual Drop-In Session every Wednesday from 10am – 3pm online via Attend Anywhere/Near Me.

🔗 Join here: https://nhsattend.vc/ahscp/clw

🌐 Find out more at: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/mhiws

🎄 Aberdeenshire Recovery Forum – Support Over the Festive Season 🎄 The holidays can be a challenging time, but you’re no...
17/12/2025

🎄 Aberdeenshire Recovery Forum – Support Over the Festive Season 🎄

The holidays can be a challenging time, but you’re not alone. There are local groups and helplines ready to offer support, connection, and recovery resources across Aberdeenshire.

✅ Local Groups & Drop-ins
Networks of Wellbeing (Huntly) – Mental health and wellbeing support.
Aberdeenshire Community Recovery (ACR) – Safe spaces promoting healthier behaviours.
The Living Room (Stonehaven) – Hot food, drinks, warmth, and friendship.
Alcohol & Drugs Recovery Peer Support Group – Wednesdays, 6:30 pm (Stonehaven Community Centre & Zoom).
Family Support Groups – Inverurie & Garioch for families affected by addiction.

📞 Helplines & Services

Step-In Service – Immediate support for anyone worried about drug/alcohol use.
Alcohol & Drugs Action (ADA) – Freephone 0333 3 448 355 or text 07927 192706.
AA & NA National Helplines – 24/7 support for recovery.
Samaritans – Call 116 123 anytime.
Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs – Help for families and friends.

💻 For full details, including opening times and contacts, visit:
👉 www.aberdeenshirerecovery.org.uk

Let’s look out for each other this festive season. 💙 Share this post to spread the word!

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Kirton Road
Stonehaven
AB392NJ

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