Wellhall Medical Centre

Public Holiday Closure
Notice to patients

We are closed for Xmas on;
Monday 25th December
Tuesday 26th December
We re-open on Wednesday 27th December at 8.30am.

We are closed for New year on;
Monday 1st January
Tuesday 2nd January
We re-open on Wednesday 3rd January at 8.30am.

We are closed for the Public Holiday on Monday 17th July and will reopen at 8.30am on Tuesday morning.

We are closed for the Easter weekend on Friday 7th April and Monday 10th April. If you are in need of urgent medical attention during this time please contact NHS 24 on 111.

Sore throats are very common and usually nothing to worry about. They normally get better within a week.

Most are caused by minor illnesses such as colds or flu and can be treated at home.

The following measures can often help soothe a sore throat:

🔹take ibuprofen or paracetamol – paracetamol is better for children and for people who can't take ibuprofen (note that children under 16 should never take aspirin)
🔹drink plenty of cool or warm fluids, and avoid very hot drinks
🔹eat cool, soft foods
🔹avoid smoking and smoky places
🔹gargle with a homemade mouthwash of warm, salty water
suck lozenges, hard sweets, ice cubes or ice lollies – but don't give young children anything small and hard to suck because of the risk of choking

For more info on the symptoms and remedies for a sore throat, and when to seek further help visit nhsinform.scot/winter-illness

WHY NOT SCREEN GRAB THIS INFORMATION
When it's urgent but not life-threatening help us get you the care you need quicker, call NHS 24 on 111. This could mean you're seen quicker and helps to reduce the pressures faced in our A&E departments.
more info http://NHSinform.scot/right-care

Flu (influenza) is a common infectious viral illness spread by coughs and sneezes. It can be very unpleasant, but you'll usually begin to feel better within about a week.

Flu isn't the same as the common cold. Flu is caused by a different group of viruses and the symptoms tend to start more suddenly, be more severe and last longer.

Some of the main symptoms of flu include:
🔹a high temperature (fever) of 38C (100.4F) or above
🔹tiredness and weakness
🔹a headache
🔹general aches and pains
🔹a dry, chesty cough

The best remedy is to rest at home, keep warm and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. You can take paracetamol or ibuprofen to lower a high temperature and relieve aches if necessary.

Stay off work or school until you're feeling better. For most people, this will take about a week.

NHS inform has a flu self-help guide which can help to find out more about your flu symptoms, when you can use self-care, and what to do if your condition worsens and you need medical help - https://www.nhsinform.scot/self-help-guides/self-help-guide-flu-like-illness

For more information about flu and other winter illnesses visit -https://www.nhsinform.scot/winter-illness

During our busy times, when there are lots of people calling us, it might take a little longer for us to answer your call.

Our busiest times are:
⏰ 6pm until 8pm weekdays
⏰ 9am until midday on weekends

We've already received a substantial number of calls today, and we thank everyone for their patience when trying to get through. Our staff are working as hard as they can.

When should you call 111?
➡️ https://www.nhs24.scot/111/when-to-phone-111/

Flu symptoms?

Flu Flu is a common infectious viral illness spread by coughs and sneezes. Learn about flu symptoms and treatments.

When should I worry? 'When Should I Worry?' is a booklet developed by researchers at Cardiff University. It provides information for parents about the management of respiratory tract infections (coughs, colds, sore throats, and ear aches) in children, and has been designed to be used in primary care consultations.

We have just received the latest guidance on A Strep. Please click on the link below to access this.

When should I worry? 'When Should I Worry?' is a booklet developed by researchers at Cardiff University. It provides information for parents about the management of respiratory tract infections (coughs, colds, sore throats, and ear aches) in children, and has been designed to be used in primary care consultations.

This is really helpful…. Please check it out!

If you or someone you care for is under the weather find out more about symptoms, when you can self-care and what to do if your condition worsens and you need medical help via the NHS 24 Online app.

Download for free

https://nhs24.info/app-apple

https://nhs24.info/app-android

Please do a quick check to ensure you have enough medication to last you over Xmas and the New Year. If you don’t then please order by Monday 19th at the very latest, the easiest way to do this is online through our website, this will save you a journey as the pavements are a bit treacherous during this weather. Stay safe everyone and order online.

We will be closed on the following Public Holiday’s.

Monday 26th December
Tuesday 27th December
Monday 2nd January
Tuesday 3rd January

We wish all our patients a lovely time over the festive period 🎅🏻

We are offering drop in clinics through the Scottish Ambulance Service mobile unit for anyone eligible for their pneumococcal vaccination. Everyone over the age of 65 and those aged 2 to 64 with certain health conditions are eligible. Most people over the age of 65 will only need one dose, which will help protect them for life.

For more information on our mobile clinics visit https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/vaccinations/pneumococcal-vaccine/

For more information on the pneumococcal vaccine and details on who is eligible, visit www.nhsinform.scot/pneumococcalvaccine

We have been inundated with enquiries from patients regarding the proposed pharmacy next door to the surgery. A consultation paper has been issued with a survey for completion for those of you that would benefit from this new pharmacy. If you click on the link below it will take you to it.

Pharmacy Consultation – 2a Hillhouse Road, Hamilton, ML3 9TB | NHS Lanarkshire Pharmacy Consultation 2a Hillhouse Road, Hamilton, ML3 9TB 8 December 2022 to 21 April 2023 Mr David Tanner, t/a Wellhall Pharmacy would like to apply to NHS Lanarkshire to open a new pharmacy offering the full range of NHS pharmaceutical services at 2a Hillhouse Road, Hamilton, ML3 9TB during the h...

For information about vaccination clinics at each centre, please see our week by week guide on https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/covid-19-vaccine-centres

To check if you're eligible visit https://www.nhsinform.scot/winter-vaccines

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Many recent reports have linked mouth cancer to the human papillomavirus (HPV).
HPV can be spread through oral s*x, and research suggests that it could soon rival smoking and drinking as one of the main causes of mouth cancer.
Practicing safer s*x and limiting the number of partners you have may help reduce your chances of contracting HPV.
HPV vaccines are now offered to young people aged 12 to 13 years. The vaccine was developed to fight cervical cancer, but it is likely to also help reduce the rates of mouth cancer.

https://www.dentalhealth.org/therisks

For access to free condoms follow link: https://www.lanarkshires*xualhealth.org/free-condoms-no-fuss/

It can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child off school when they are unwell.

Follow this advice on when to keep your child home: http://nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school

For information about vaccination drop in clinics at each location, please see our week by week guide on https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/covid-19-vaccine-centres/

We are having issues with our phone system this morning, currently we only have 2 phones working. We are waiting on an engineer to sort the issue. We apologise for any inconvenience but unfortunately this is out with our control.

Mammograms can find breast cancers at an early stage, when they are most treatable. They can detect breast cancers when they are too small to see or feel. For more information, visit www.nhsinform.scot/breastscreening.

The clocks go back on October 30, and if we’re struggling with sleep then that change can be difficult. The online program Sleepio can help. You can sign up right now at Lanarkshire Mind Matters – and find many other ways to boost your wellbeing too. Visit http://lanarkshiremindmatters.scot.nhs.uk

🔴🟡🟣Full of Beans starts Monday 24th October!🟢🔵🟠

This free family fun programme is for anyone with children aged between 18 months and five years old.
You can take part in fun activities whilst learning handy tips on topics such as healthy eating, physical activity and wellbeing, for you and your family!

The programme is in partnership with Active NL & South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture Ltd and is free to join.

Book your slot:
North Lanarkshire Leisure - http://ow.ly/uebf50La24Q
South Lanarkshire Leisure - https://forms.office.com/r/AUZxM2GBHp

Children's activities in South Lanarkshire