Closure

Please note that the Practice will be closed on Monday 16th September for the public holiday. We will re-open as normal on Tuesday 17th September. If you require medical assistance during this time, please call NHS24 on 111.

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Closure

Please note that the surgery will be closed on Monday 16th September due to the public holiday. We will be open as normal on Tuesday 17th September. Should you require medical attention during this time, please call NHS24 on 111.

Sore Throat

Who do I see?

Community Pharmacy/GP if it persists

Advice:

Please search for your nearest community pharmacist. 

If you have a sore throat, there are a number of ways you can help yourself. Paracetamol can help with the pain, andgargling with warm, salty water may help shorten theinfection (but this isn’t recommended for children). In most cases, you only need to see your GP if your sore throat doesn’t improve after a week.

You can either book an appointment with your GP, or alternatively please phone the reception desk on 0131 552 5544 to arrange your appointment.

*only if this facility is available, please refer to the this link for information about how to book your appointment.

Further help from NHS inform self-help guide:sore throat