Burnbrae Medical Practice

13/08/2026

Help shape the next stage of Our Health Together

We’ve refreshed NHS Lanarkshire’s long-term strategy for improving health and care - and we want to know what you think.

Is anything important unclear or missing? What should we pay most attention to as we put the strategy into practice?

Complete our short questionnaire:https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=veDvEDCgykuAnLXmdF5Jmm7ug6Ofl5dJpyvLrS2Jg8NUOVc1VU03UDNCQkxDNDFNNVBLQUtITElTMC4u

Have your say by Sunday 6 September.

11/08/2026

11/08/2026

☀️🌕Planning to watch the partial solar eclipse? Protect your eyesight!

A partial solar eclipse will be visible across Scotland on the evening of Wednesday 12 August. While it may be tempting to take a good look at this rare natural phenomenon, viewing the sun without proper protection can cause permanent eye damage.

Remember:
✅ Only use certified eclipse glasses or solar viewers
✅ Consider a safe indirect viewing method, such as a pinhole projector
❌ Never look directly at the sun
❌ Ordinary sunglasses won't protect your eyes
❌ Don't use binoculars, telescopes or cameras without specialist solar filters

If you notice blurred vision, blind spots or any changes to your sight, your local optometrist should usually be your first point of contact.

Optometrists can assess a range of eye conditions and help ensure you get the right care in the right place.

09/08/2026

06/08/2026

🌲JOIN US FOR WELLNESS IN WOODLAND SESSIONS 🌲
£25 - 4 weeks block or £8 a session
Transport and hot drinks included
Book now : 01501 825800

04/08/2026

📣People in Lanarkshire who receive regular vitamin B12 injections may now be able to administer them at home.

💉 The new self-administration programme gives eligible patients greater flexibility, independence and control over their care, with full training, support and equipment provided by NHS staff.

Participation is entirely optional, and patients can continue attending appointments if they prefer.

👥Patients who would like to learn more should speak to a member of staff during their next B12 appointment.

Benefits of B12 self-administration include:
✅Greater independence and control over care.
✅No need to attend a Treatment Room for every injection.
✅More flexibility to administer injections at a convenient time.
✅Ongoing support and training from NHS staff.
✅The option for a family member or carer to be trained to administer injections.

Read more at: www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/news-nhs-lanarkshire-offers-patients-greater-choice-through-b12-self-administration-programme/

16/07/2026

🌸 Celebrate Fun Mondays with Afternoon Tea! ☕🍰

Looking for a lovely way to spend your Monday? Join us for an afternoon of fun, friendship, and delicious treats!

📅 Monday, 27th July
📍 GBT Café

🕧 Programme:
🎨 12:30pm – 1:30pm: Activities
🫖 1:30pm – 3:00pm: Afternoon High Tea

💷 Just £8 per person

Whether you're coming with friends or meeting new people, everyone is welcome! 💖

📞 To book your place, call: 01501 825 800 (Adult Services) – Option 2

16/07/2026

📢 GP practices will be closed on Monday 20 July for the public holiday.

Please plan ahead and make sure you have enough medication to cover the holiday period. Your local pharmacy may operate different opening hours than usual.

If you need urgent medical help while your GP practice is closed, call NHS 24 on 111. Please do not attend an Out of Hours centre unless you have been referred. Walk-ins will not be available, and services are appointment only.

For life-threatening emergencies, always call 999.

16/07/2026

Mauled by midgies, tormented by ticks, chomped by clegs?🦟🐜🐝
Scotland’s summer wildlife is out in full force and they’re hungry!

Whether you're hiking the Highlands or just enjoying a garden BBQ, insect bites can be more than just annoying. Some can cause allergic reactions or even carry infections like Lyme disease.

🧴 Top tips to stay bite-free:
✔️ Use insect repellent
✔️ Wear long sleeves and trousers in grassy or wooded areas
✔️ Keep food covered
✔️ Avoid strong perfumes that attract bugs
✔️ If you're camping, avoid pitching your tent near water like rivers or lochs

If you've been bitten and it's swollen, painful or not healing, get it checked. Your pharmacist can provide helpful advice or visit our bites and stings page on .

14/07/2026

Looking for something FREE to do this summer?

Well, why not come along to our Lanarkshire Partnership Against Rural Crime ( LPARC) Fun Day and see what all the fuss is about!
There will be something for all ages including:
Tractors from Bryson , Police Horses (can be redirect at short notice), Police vehicles, Scottish Fire and Rescue, Seed Exchange, Bike Marking( bring bikes), Family Activities and much more.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to snap some amazing photos, create lasting memories with the kids and meet some of the organisations working hard to keep our communities safe.

Thursday 16th July
10-2pm
Strathclyde Park carpark 1 (near to boatshed)

There is no parking within carpark 1 during the event and no designated parking for the event however there is various carparks throughout Strathclyde Park that can be used.

So, if you are looking for a family day out during the summer holidays, why not come along and say hello?
We would love to see you there!