Ullapool Medical Practice

03/04/2026

In line with NHS Highland the Practice will be closed on Friday 3rd and Monday 6th April for the Easter bank holiday weekend.
The usual Out of Hours service is in place during this time so if you require advice or assistance please call NHS 24 on 111.

Alternatively, if you have a medical emergency then please dial 999.

01/04/2026

24/03/2026

In Scotland, all young people are offered the MenACWY vaccine in secondary school (S3).

If you're under 25 and haven't had it yet, there's still time. Contact your local immunisation team to book your appointment - more info in comments.

Remember, the MenACWY vaccine protects against some types of meningitis, but not all, so it's still important to know the signs and symptoms.

- a high temperature (fever)
- being sick
- a headache
- a blotchy rash that doesn't fade when a glass is rolled over it
- a stiff neck
- a dislike of bright lights
- drowsiness or unresponsiveness
- seizures (fits)

24/03/2026

"I knew that something was not right."

Ten years on, Claire reflects on her diagnosis of ovarian cancer for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

To read Claire's blog in full, go to our website: https://eveappeal.org.uk/news/i-knew-that-something-was-not-right/

23/03/2026

“A simple smear test found my cancer early, and saved my life.”

In January 2015, Gayle Maxwell, then 39, booked her routine cervical screening test. With no symptoms, she expected nothing unusual. But the test revealed an aggressive tumour growing fast.

Because it was found early, treatment was able to remove all traces of the cancer. By October, Gayle was given the all-clear.

Gayle is sharing her story as part of Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. Now 50, and working for NHS Highland, Gayle treasures time with her three children, four grandchildren, and has another grandchild on the way.

Her message is clear:

"The smear test takes minutes, but can give you the chance to live well again. Don’t let fear stop you from going. Early detection can make treatment faster, easier, and more successful."

👉 Read Gayle’s full story: getcheckedearly.org/real-stories/

20/03/2026

We've published an update on the meningitis outbreak and what it means for Scotland.

There are currently no cases known to be linked to this outbreak in Scotland and therefore no evidence of any increased risk here.

We're encouraging everyone to be aware of the signs and symptoms of meningitis, available on NHS Inform: www.nhsinform.scot/meningitis

Read the full update here: https://publichealthscotland.scot/news/2026/march/update-on-meningitis/

20/03/2026

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