CORONAVIRUS (Covid-19)
Visit the Coronavirus (COVID-19) page below for the latest advice:
For the most up to date information regarding COVID-19 vaccination in Scotland please see:
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
If you've developed a new continuous cough OR fever OR loss/change in sense of smell or taste, stay at home for 7 days from the day your symptoms started.
Please visit the website below to arrange testing if you have any of the above symptoms:
For all our Coronavirus information, please CLICK HERE
Coronavirus general helpline: 0800 028 2816
In view of the recent global COVID-19 outbreak, Riverside Medical Practice has made the decision to limit face to face contact with all patients. You can still book a consultation with a GP of your choice. If your clinician feels you need to be seen, they will give you instructions on how and when to attend the surgery.
***** PLEASE DO NOT COME TO THE PRACTICE FOR YOUR GP APPOINTMENT *****
Social isolation, social distancing and shielding
New and updated information on self isolation and social distancing, including those who have received a letter from The Scottish Government:
Scottish Government COVID-19 Helpline for patients who receive the flu injection for health reasons: 0800 111 4000
Prescriptions:
#HelpUsHelpYou by following the new guidelines about ordering medication. Only collect the amount you need so that we can help reduce the pressure and workload for GPs and community pharmacies.
Please note the practice is trying to reduce the amount on contacts with patients collecting prescriptions. With this in mind we strongly suggest that you choose a pharmacy convenient for you for your prescription to be sent to.
If you are having difficulty accessing our online prescription service, please email your request to: high-uhb.gp55841-prescriptions@nhs.net
Social Support Information
Epilepsy Scotland Check In Service
If you've developed a new continuous cough OR fever OR loss/change in sense of smell or taste, stay at home for 7 days from the day your symptoms started.
Please visit: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-getting-tested to arrange a test
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND THE GP PRACTICE