Archived News: 2023

Older news from Kings Practice. View our news page for the latest posts.

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Festive Season Closures

Kings Practice is closed from 23 - 26 December and 30 December – 2 January.

GP surgeries are closed from 23-26 December and 30 December – 2 January. If you have a non-urgent health issue over the...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Tuesday, 19 December 2023
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Appointments: Arriving Late

From January 1st 2024 we have taken the decision that any patient who arrives late for their appointment will not be seen and will have to book the next available routine appointment.

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Help Yourself Stay Well this Winter

Here’s a bit of #HealthyKnowHow! You can help yourself stay well this winter by downloading NHS 24 Online. The app is...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Sunday, 17 December 2023
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Public Holidays & Closures 2023-24

Dates on which the practice will be closed for public holidays during 2024, and the remainder of 2023, for your calendar or diary. The next closures are 25 December and 26 December 2023.

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Vaccination Update

If you are eligible for a free shingles vaccine you will be invited to attend your local vaccination centre from January 2024, when the winter vaccination programme is complete.

Our vaccination inquiries team has been receiving a high volume of queries from patients regarding receiving their...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Monday, 6 November 2023
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New Appointment: Dr MacLean

We are delighted to announce that Dr Kirsty MacLean has joined the team at Kings Practice.

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Breast Cancer Awareness

October is #BreastCancerAwareness Month. The NHS offers breast screening to find breast cancers at an early stage when...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Wednesday, 11 October 2023
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Public Holiday - 9 October

Kings Practice will be closed on Monday 9 October, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 10 October.

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GP Premises Survey

Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership want to hear patients’ views about their local GP premises. Your...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Monday, 11 September 2023
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Child Flu Vaccinations

Flu can be serious. Even healthy children can become seriously ill from flu. That's why children aged 2-5 (and not yet...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Monday, 11 September 2023
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Perth Community Maternity Unit Open Day

Have you considered birthing in your local maternity unit? The Perth Community Midwifery Team is opening its doors to...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Wednesday, 6 September 2023
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Cruse National Bereavement Helpline

Our free Bereavement Helpline is the first point of contact for those who wish to talk in confidence about their grief....

Posted by Cruse Scotland on Tuesday, 29 August 2023
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Retirement of Dr Walker

We are very sorry to announce that Dr Amanda Walker will be retiring from general practice at the end of September this year.

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Tick Awareness

If you’re spending time outdoors this summer, be tick aware. Take measures to prevent getting bitten, and if you do...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Wednesday, 2 August 2023
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Protection from Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise. That's why you should check your child has had two doses of the measles, mumps and...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Wednesday, 2 August 2023
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Public Holiday - 24 July

Kings Practice will be closed on Monday 24 July, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 25 July.

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Job Vacancy: Part-time Medical Receptionist

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with proven experience in customer care to join our small team working in reception. Closing date: 4 August 2023.

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Private Medical Care - Practice Policy

We are aware that with NHS waiting lists being lengthy at present, many patients are choosing to arrange consultations with private specialists, sometimes without our knowledge or recommendation. Whilst we understand why you may wish to do this, it is important that you are aware that your GP surgery may not necessarily be able to follow privately-made recommendations with NHS investigations or prescriptions.

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Heartstart Discovery Courses in July

Heartstart Discovery will continue to offer free two-hour training sessions in emergency life support for members of the...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Monday, 26 June 2023
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Change to Working Arrangements

In addition to our usual Wednesday lunchtime closure, from today we will only be available for urgent enquiries at lunchtimes on other days.

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Bridge of Earn - healthcare survey

Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership want to hear patient’s views about the health and care services available to people living in Bridge of Earn or the surrounding area. The survey closes on Sunday 25 June 2023 and responses are anonymous.

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Public Holiday - 29 May

Kings Practice will be closed on Monday 29 May, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 30 May.

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Pre-Writing Skills for Children

Following on from last weeks training videos on Little Scribblers and Building Blocks for writing, here are some fun...

Posted by NHS Tayside Children and Young People's Occupational Therapy Service on Monday, 8 May 2023
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Crohn’s & Colitis

50,000 people in Scotland are living with Crohn’s or Colitis, these can be serious conditions if left untreated. For more information visit NHSinform.scot/IBD

Posted by NHS Tayside on Tuesday, 9 May 2023
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Public Holiday - 1 May & 8 May

Kings Practice will be closed on Monday 1 May and Monday 8 May, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 2 May and Tuesday 9 May.

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Sleepio Online Sleep Improvement Programme

Chronic stress can lead to burnout, poor sleep and can affect your overall mental, physical and emotional health. Help...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Thursday, 13 April 2023
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Bowel Cancer Awareness

There are some things that increase your risk of bowel cancer that you can't change, such as your family history or your...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Tuesday, 11 April 2023
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Public Holiday - 3 April & 10 April

Kings Practice will be closed on Monday 3 April and Monday 10 April, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 4 April and Tuesday 11 April.

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Nutrition and Dietetic Information

Our Nutrition and Dietetic Service has created a suite of pages on our website to provide a trusted source of diet and...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Monday, 27 March 2023
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Be the Early Bird: Get checked early...

Noticed unusual lumps, blood, unexplained weight loss or other possible cancer symptoms? #BeTheEarlyBird and contact your GP practice. Find more information on cancer symptoms at getcheckedearly.org

Posted by NHS Tayside on Sunday, 26 March 2023
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NHS 24 Online: Mobile App

Feeling unwell? The information you need to help you feel better may be available online. If you or someone you care for...

Posted by NHS Tayside on Saturday, 25 March 2023
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MS Society: March & April Events

The MS Society support anyone who lives with or is affected by Multiple Sclerosis. Find out about their calendar of events in March and April as well as other information, tools and support.

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Stress Anxiety Sleep Online Course

Our SAS SMC is back again and starting in March. The 5 week online course is open to anyone living in Perth and...

Posted by Pain Association Scotland on Monday, 20 February 2023
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GP Vacancy (Salaried/with a view to Partnership)

Would you like the opportunity to work with a small, stable and friendly team? Due to pending retirement and maternity leave we are looking for one or two GPs to provide GP cover for a total of 8 sessions per week. Closing date: 31 March 2023.

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Job Vacancy: Part-time Medical Receptionist

We are currently seeking an experienced receptionist to join our team at Kings Practice. Previous General Practice experience is not essential as on the job training will be provided, although previous employment in a medical environment would be advantageous. Closing date: 12 February 2023.

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Cervical Screening & HPV

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Diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes?

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MS Wellbeing Hub

The MS Wellbeing Hub Scotland is a one-stop-shop providing virtual information and support to help people manage their physical and mental well-being.

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