New Dyce Medical Practice

04/06/2026

🤔 Ever wondered how your GP Practice works behind the scenes?

Join us for a relaxed and informative evening at New Dyce Medical Practice where you can meet the team and ask all those questions you’ve always had — from appointments and prescriptions to test results and more! 💬💊📞

📅 Wed 24 June 2026
⏰ 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟️ Free to attend (limited spaces available)

Book your place here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-your-gp-practice-tickets-1990106010650

We’d love to see you there 💙

01/06/2026

💙 Need support but don’t want to wait for a GP appointment?

You can self-refer to many services quickly and easily 👇

🔹 Physiotherapy
🔹 Mental health & wellbeing support
🔹 Sexual health services
🔹 Alcohol & drug support
🔹 Stop smoking help
🔹 Pregnancy & midwife services
🔹 Carer support
🔹 Sleep programmes
🔹 Diabetes & continence support

👉 Find out more here:
https://www.newdycemedicalpractice.co.uk/help-and-support-service-types/self-referral/

Many of these services are confidential and let you book directly — helping you get support faster.

📢 Please share this with anyone who might need it

Most referrals to other specialists will require you seeing or speaking with a GP. However, there are a number of local services, listed below, that you are able to make self referrals to.

27/05/2026

💜 LOOK AT THE POSTER BELOW 💜

We are now a donation point for AberNecessities! 👶🧴

If you are able to help, please take a look at the items currently needed for babies, children and families in our community. Every donation, no matter how small, is greatly appreciated 💜

Thank you for your support!

26/05/2026

☀️ ANTIDEPRESSANTS & SUN SAFETY ☀️

Did you know some antidepressants can make your skin more sensitive to the sun? This means you may burn more easily, even when it doesn’t feel very hot outside 🌤️

Some medications that can increase sun sensitivity include:
💊 Citalopram
💊 Escitalopram
💊 Fluoxetine
💊 Sertraline
💊 Venlafaxine
💊 Amitriptyline
💊 Mirtazapine

Stay safe this summer by:
🧴 Wearing SPF 30+ sunscreen
🕶️ Wearing sunglasses and light clothing
💧 Drinking plenty of water
🌳 Staying in the shade during peak heat
🔥 Watching for signs of sunburn or heat exhaustion

If you are worried about your medication or symptoms, please contact the practice for advice.

You can read more here:
https://heymind.org.uk/antidepressants-and-sun-safety-what-you-need-to-know/

19/05/2026

💬 Did you know you can self-refer for Care Management support?

If you or someone you care about is finding daily life more difficult — whether that’s mobility, personal care, memory concerns, or staying safe at home — you can contact social care services directly. You don’t always need to go through your GP.

👩‍⚕️ Care Management teams will assess your needs and help put the right support in place to keep you safe, well, and as independent as possible.

🏡 Aberdeen City residents can request a Care Management assessment here:
https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/Council-Services/social-care-and-health/assessing-your-need-for-care

🤝 Aberdeenshire residents can find support and self-refer for services here:
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/living-independently/older-people-services/

Support can include things like:
✔️ Help at home
✔️ Equipment & adaptations
✔️ Telecare & alarms
✔️ Support for carers
✔️ Respite or residential care

✨ If you’re unsure, it’s always worth asking — a simple conversation can open the door to the right support.

Please share to help others who might not know this is available 💙

18/05/2026

🌟 Become a Volunteer Mentor with MCR Pathways 🌟
Could you help change a young person’s life?

MCR Pathways are looking for volunteer mentors to support young people facing challenging circumstances — helping them build confidence, overcome obstacles and realise their full potential.

💬 What’s involved?
• Just one session per week with a young person
• Full training and ongoing support provided
• A chance to make a real difference in your community
💡 You don’t need any special qualifications — just the ability to listen, encourage and care.

✨ Mentoring doesn’t just support young people — many volunteers find it brings a renewed sense of purpose and connection too.

📍 Find out more and register here:

www.mcrpathways.org

Together, we can help ensure every young person has someone in their corner 💙

14/05/2026

🌿 Grampian Wellbeing Festival – May 2026 🌿

The Grampian Wellbeing Festival is back this May! 💙

There are a wide range of free and low-cost activities taking place throughout the month — from getting active and creative, to slowing down, learning something new, and connecting with others. There’s something for everyone.

✨ You can also access free wellbeing resources, inspired by the Five Ways to Wellbeing, to help support small, positive changes during the festival and beyond.

👉 View the full programme and resources here:

https://www.nhsgrampian.org/your-health/wellbeing-festival/

Why not take a look and see what’s on in your area!

13/05/2026

💡✨ Did You Know? ✨💡

You can get the help you need faster using our self-help links — no appointment needed in many cases! 🙌💻

🌿 Our self-help services can connect you to:
✔️ Trusted NHS advice 🩺
✔️ Local support & community services 🤝
✔️ Guidance for specific symptoms 📖
✔️ Self-referral options (where available) 📝
✔️ Help for non-emergency health concerns 💬

⏱️ Using these resources can save you time and help keep GP appointments available for those who need them most 💙

🔗 Check them out here:
https://engage.gp/85820/services

🚨 Remember: These services are for non-emergency issues only. If you need urgent help, contact NHS 111 📞 or call 999 in an emergency 🚑