Category: General

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  Summer health update

  As the Scottish weather is notoriously unpredictable, it’s no surprise that any time we get a particularly good spell of summer sunshine, we all want to head outdoors and make the most of it! And there’s a lot to be said for doing just that. Enjoying the sun has many proven health benefits – from […]

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  Online booking and video consultations now available at YourGP

  At YourGP we are always looking at ways that we can improve the services that we provide and the overall patient experience. On that note, we would like to provide some updates on the practice. Online Booking As part of recent upgrades to the practice, we are now offering an online booking system that allows […]

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  Say goodbye to skin tags this summer

  Jetting off in search of the summer sun has been high on many people’s wish lists for two years. And now that restrictions have eased, many of you are planning the ultimate beach holiday to make up for lost time. For some, this means donning your swimwear for the first time since those pre-pandemic days. […]

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  Celebrating International Nurses’ Day

  12th May is officially International Nurses’ Day, a day that aims to recognise the important contribution that nurses make to society. So, what better time to get to know YourGP’s resident Practice Nurse, Laura? Here, she gives us a unique insight into her everyday life at the practice, revealing the challenges and rewards of the […]

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  Travel Clinic now open at YourGP

  After two years of travel restrictions, many of you are understandably excited at the prospect of finally heading overseas and roaming, exploring and discovering new places. But whether you’re jetting off for business or pleasure, make sure you book an appointment at YourGP’s Travel Clinic before you go to get all the necessary advice, vaccinations […]

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  Smear tests have changed, here’s what you need to know

  Smear tests – they’re something many women try not to think about, unless they absolutely have to! But if it has been several years since you last had one, you may not be aware that cervical screening in the UK has changed. Here we explain what those changes are and what this means for you. […]

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  Get motivated, get active, get results

  The New Year is traditionally a time for new beginnings. And whilst getting active to improve health and fitness levels is often at the top of many people’s wishlist for the year ahead, we understand that putting that goal into action can be easier said than done. So read on for some tips and advice […]

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  Party season pressures

  Christmas is a time for fun and indulgence – something we arguably need now more than ever, having endured a pandemic for the past two years. However, without wanting to dampen your festive spirit, it is important to be aware of some potential health hazards associated with the party season. Because whilst it might be […]

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  Appointments available now at the YourGP Queen Street pop up clinic

  This month we’re making it even easier for you to access services at YourGP by opening a pop up clinic in the heart of the city. The new YourGP Queen Street pop up clinic is located at 15 Queen Street, making it a convenient location for city workers wanting to be seen by a healthcare […]

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  Introducing the new winter health check at YourGP

  The clocks have gone back and the temperature has dropped – winter has arrived. With it comes the usual increase in sickness bugs, viruses and colds, and of course this season we still have Covid-19 to contend with. To help you stand the best chance of remaining healthy over the coming months, we’ve introduced a […]