Aberdeenshire Public Health - South

Aberdeenshire Public Health - South Supporting those living and working in South Aberdeenshire to live well in healthy, well connected communities. Check when your GP practice or pharmacy is open.

Adult Social Care and Health services in Aberdeenshire are coordinated and delivered by the Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership (AHSCP), a partnership of Aberdeenshire Council and NHS Grampian. The AHSCP provides a range of care and support services in the community for people with different care needs, mainstream services, which are available to all, and specialist services designed

for more complex needs. AHSCP services take a coordinated approach to the way care, support and lifestyle advice designed to keep you healthier and independent for longer is delivered. AHSCP has identified the following health improvement priorities to ensure our communities are healthy places to live, those living in our communities are able to stay resilient and are well connected to a wide range of services, support and activities in their communities:

• Improving mental health and wellbeing.
• Healthy eating, being active and healthy weight.
• Minimising the impact of poverty and inequalities.
• Building resilience and community capacity for health improvement. These priorities will be progressed in collaboration with our communities and partners across health and social care, local government and the third sector. The Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership Public Health Team has a key role in supporting the delivery of these priorities partners to deliver this plan through:

• Gathering and interpreting evidence and health information and data.
• Development of policies and strategies.
• Development of delivery plans and health improvement programmes.
• Assessing the impact of plans and programmes.
• Shifting service provision towards prevention and early intervention.

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About NHS Grampian

Proudly working together to deliver the best possible services for a healthier Grampian. NHS services for the half-million people who live in Grampian are provided by NHS Grampian, and are overseen by one single NHS Board. The single Grampian NHS Board is responsible for improving the health of the Grampian population, and for delivering the health care required. The Board must oversee the taking-forward of Scotland's national health agenda, tailored to the needs of the Grampian population of half-a-million people spread over 3,000 square miles of city, town, village and rural communities. The Board is supported from headquarters at Summerfield House in Aberdeen. Senior managers for the functions which cover the whole of Grampian are based here, including financial overview, corporate planning, and central responsibility for protection and promotion of public health. Seeking medical advice

Please do not post medical/health queries on this page as we will not be able to respond to these. If you require urgent medical advice:

Daytime - contact your own GP Surgery

Evenings, weekends and holidays - telephone NHS 24 on 111

For serious accidents and medical emergencies - telephone the ambulance service on 999

Please also be aware that anything that you post on our page will be visible to everyone who accesses this page. Unauthorised photography, filming or recording

No one is allowed to make unauthorised photos, video or audio recordings in NHS Grampian buildings and grounds, particularly if they feature other patients, staff, carers, or visitors. This is to respect the privacy and dignity of individuals using our services and also our staff. Moderation

Please note this is a moderated information site and is not a public forum. This site is moderated Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30am and 5pm (excluding public holidays). The moderators reserve the right to delete any comments that contain vulgar language, personal attacks of any kind or offensive comments that target or disparage any ethnic, racial or religious group. Further to this, we also reserve the right to delete any comments that:

• are spam or include links to other sites
• are clearly off topic
• advocate illegal activity
• promote particular services, products or political organisations
• infringe on copyrights or trademarks
• use personally identifiable medical information (We recommend you do not share any of your medical information on our Social Media pages)
• contain case-specific and other confidential information
• spread misinformation that may cause harm

Requesting information

Requests for information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 or the Data Protection Act 1998 should be submitted as follows:

For Freedom of Information requests, e-mail: [email protected]
For personal information requests, e-mail:
[email protected]

For further information, please visit the NHS Grampian Freedom of Information section on our website. Providing feedback on NHS Grampian services

Please don’t provide feedback on NHS Grampian and our services on this page. Instead, you can contact us direct to praise staff, comment on our standards of care or let us know your views on any other aspect of NHS services in Grampian by the following:

Post:

NHS Grampian Feedback Service Summerfield House 2 Eday Road Aberdeen AB15 6RE

Tel: 0345 337 6338 E-mail [email protected]
The Feedback Service is open during the office hours of Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Alternatively, you can complete a Feedback Card which can be found throughout NHS Grampian at clinics and practices (please tick the Complaint box on the card to confirm you wish to make a formal complaint). Know Who To Turn To

If you are looking for medical advice, please speak to your GP, call NHS 24 on 111 (if it's out of hours) or visit www.nhsinform.scot. For serious accidents and medical emergencies - telephone the ambulance service on 999. Don't run out of repeat prescriptions - order only what you need. Details of opening hours for GP practices and pharmacies are available at: https://www.nhsinform.scot/national-service-directory/

For information on which NHS service to turn to when you're ill, injured or have a long term condition, visit: www.know-who-to-turn-to.com

It's more important than ever to with your healthcare concerns; we've prepared this chart to explain how key services are currently operating.

Enjoy flavourful food while keeping costs down 🍽️ This spicy pork video shows how to prepare a healthy, filling meal usi...
12/06/2026

Enjoy flavourful food while keeping costs down 🍽️
This spicy pork video shows how to prepare a healthy, filling meal using simple ingredients. Developed by the North Public Health team in partnership with Aberdeen University.

🎥 Watch the video via our Linktree:
👉 https://linktr.ee/abshirepublichealthsouth

📝 View the full recipe:
👉 https://www.healthyweightgrampian.scot.nhs.uk/confidence-2-cook/recipes/fish-poultry-and-meat/spicy-pork/

Working across South Aberdeenshire to improve health and wellbeing and tackle health inequalities. Explore our resources, training and projects below:

🌟 Learning Together – Parent Drop-In 🌟 Are you a parent of a primary-aged child looking for a relaxed, friendly space to...
09/06/2026

🌟 Learning Together – Parent Drop-In 🌟

Are you a parent of a primary-aged child looking for a relaxed, friendly space to connect with others?

Come along to Learning Together, a welcoming drop-in where you can have a chat, share ideas and pick up simple tips to support learning at home. No pressure—just a supportive space to build confidence and meet other parents.

☕ Pop in for a cuppa before school pick-up
✅ No need to book
✅ Stay as long or as little as suits you

📅 Tuesdays, 2.00 – 3.20pm
🗓️ 26th May – 30th June (except 2nd June)
📍 Hill of Banchory Family Centre

Everyone is very welcome—we’d love to see you there!

📩 For more information: [email protected]

08/06/2026

Sleepio
Struggling with sleep? Sleepio is a free, clinically proven digital programme available across Scotland, using CBT techniques to help improve sleep and build healthier habits.

Find more information here: www.sleepio.com/nhs

For more details on features and how to download digital health apps, head to Aberdeenshire Public Health on Linktree for helpful information sheets.
https://linktr.ee/abshirepublichealth

🌿 Free Health & Wellbeing Event – Everyone Welcome! Come along to a friendly, drop‑in event organised by local GP practi...
08/06/2026

🌿 Free Health & Wellbeing Event – Everyone Welcome!

Come along to a friendly, drop‑in event organised by local GP practices and partners across Kincardine and Mearns.

✅ Chat with healthcare professionals
✅ Learn about local support and activities
✅ Optional fitness checks for over 50s
✅ Meet community groups and charities

📍 Open to everyone – no appointment needed
💚 No pressure, no tests required

A chance to connect, learn, and take small steps towards living well.

Looking for healthy and affordable meal ideas that are easy to make at home? 🍽️ The North Public Health team, worked wit...
05/06/2026

Looking for healthy and affordable meal ideas that are easy to make at home? 🍽️
The North Public Health team, worked with Aberdeen University to create a series of short recipe videos. These videos are designed to help build confidence in everyday cooking, using simple and low‑cost ingredients.

🍲 Recipes Videos:

Lentil Soup
Vegetable Curry
Pasta with Chicken in Tomato Sauce
Spicy Pork

🎥 Watch all recipe videos via our Linktree:
👉 https://linktr.ee/aberdeenshirenorthpublichealth

🦷✨ Oral Health Month ✨🦷 We’re supporting Oral Health Month to promote simple steps for a healthier smile. For more infor...
03/06/2026

🦷✨ Oral Health Month ✨🦷

We’re supporting Oral Health Month to promote simple steps for a healthier smile.

For more information visit: www.grampiandental.com

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

📚 Adult & Family Learning in Alford, Banchory & Aboyne – May & June 2026 Looking to build your skills, boost confidence,...
02/06/2026

📚 Adult & Family Learning in Alford, Banchory & Aboyne – May & June 2026

Looking to build your skills, boost confidence, or connect with others in your community? There are a range of free Adult & Family Learning groups running locally this May and June!

✨ Sessions include:

Numeracy & ICT support

Parent drop-in sessions

Help with reading, writing and spelling

Opportunities to work towards SQA (Qualification Scotland) awards

📍 Where & when:

Alford (Mondays) – Numeracy (9am) & ICT (10:15am)

Banchory (Tuesdays) – Learning Together parent drop-in (2pm) Except 2nd June

Banchory (Wednesdays) – ICT (11am) & Numeracy (1pm)

There are also opportunities available in Aboyne - get in touch to find out more!

📩 To join or refer someone, you can scan the QR code on the poster or contact Lindsay Lumsden directly:
📧 [email protected]
📞 07824 548 491

💬 Whether you're returning to learning or supporting your family, everyone is welcome come along and get involved!

01/06/2026

Portlethen Pastimes is a free monthly support group hosted by Alzheimer's Scotland. The next meet is Tuesday 2 June 10.30-11.30am, no booking is necessary.

Address

Kirton Road
Stonehaven
AB392NJ

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