Health Information by FairfieldMedical

NHS Inform

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-01 11:55:37 UTC

Wide range of information about physical and mental health conditions. A good first step in finding out more about a specific condition

BUMPS (Best Use Of Medications In Pregnancy)

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-01 11:59:34 UTC

Website created by the UK Teratoligy Information Service who have created freely available bumps information leaflets toprovide women and their partners with the facts that they need to make informed decisions, in conjunction with their healthcare provider, about use of a medicine (or medicines) in pregnancy.

Miscarriage Support Scotland

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 10:33:04 UTC

Provides counselling for women and couples in Scotland who have suffered miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal loss.

SANDS

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 10:35:48 UTC

SANDS is a Stillbirth and Neonatal Death charity, providing bereavement support via helpline, mobile app, online community and resources and local support groups.

Tommy's

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 10:39:19 UTC

Information and support for those who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth and neonatal death

Miscarriage Association

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 10:51:13 UTC

Pregnancy loss information and support

Tame the Beast

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:02:48 UTC

Freely available education tool that aims to inspire research-based action in the treatment of chronic pain. At the moment, Tame the Beast is an animation, a question-and-answer and a podcast series

Pain Concern

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:04:32 UTC

A charity working to support and inform people with pain and their family and friends. Website includes radio show podcasts and a patient forum

My Live Well With Pain

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:10:23 UTC

Website for people who are living with persistent pain. Free to use and includes techniques that people have found useful in helping people live well – despite their pain.

NHS Inform Chronic Pain Self-Help Guide

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:12:58 UTC

Self-help guide that uses cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to address chronic pain.

Asthma UK

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:19:16 UTC

Wide range of resources about Asthma, including action plans (as per link below)

Asthma Plan Download Link

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:20:02 UTC

Downloadable Asthma plan. Note they are available in multiple languages at Asthma action plans in other languages | Asthma UK

Right Breathe App

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:49:51 UTC

RightBreathe is an App designed specifically to help clinicians and patients using inhaled therapy and devices in the most appropriate manner as shown by various respiratory publications. Google play link: RightBreathe - Apps on Google Play Website link: RightBreathe

Green Inhaler Website

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 11:53:06 UTC

Resource for patients about the carbon footprint of certain inhaler types, and what patients and healthcare professionals can safely do to limit this.

Medicine Waste

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:32:16 UTC

Campaign highlighting the cost (financial and environmental) of medicines waste in the NHS, and how we can reduce it.

Your Anaesthetic and the Environment

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:40:40 UTC

Information about why aneasthetic gas choice matters. Local anaesthetists in Raigmore Hospital are pioneering these changes already

British Heart Foundation

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:42:51 UTC

Information and support which includes a wide range of heart conditions

Diabetes UK

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:43:48 UTC

Wide range of information regarding Diabetes including recipes and diet information

My Diabetes My Way

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:47:46 UTC

NHS Scotland interactive diabetes website to help support people who have diabetes and their family and friends. You'll find leaflets, videos, educational tools and games containing information about diabetes. You can now also use this website to view your own up-to-date diabetes clinic results, to help you manage your condition more effectively.

NHS Inform Coronavirus Information

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:50:39 UTC

Latest coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance from NHS Scotland and the Scottish Government, including protective measures, how to get a test and how to self-isolate

Post-COVID Recovery

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:52:26 UTC

Information about post-COVID recovery

SIGN Long COVID information booklet

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 12:54:30 UTC

This booklet is for people who have had a COVID-19 infection and have ongoing signs and symptoms.

Highland Sexual Health Site

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 13:02:50 UTC

Information on sexually transmitted infections, contraception, gender identify and HIV, as well as information about how to access the service

Green Inhaler Website

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:11:03 UTC

Resource for patients about the carbon footprint of certain inhaler types, and what patients and healthcare professionals can safely do to limit this.

British Association of Dermatologists

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:42:33 UTC

Patient resources from the British Association of Dermatologists

Videos on how to apply.....

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:48:06 UTC

Steroid creams, emollients, wet wraps, occlusive dressings

Patient Support Group List- all conditions

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:49:55 UTC

National Eczema Society

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:52:29 UTC

Lots of information on eczema including information for parents

Epilepsy Scotland

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:54:09 UTC

Maggie's Highland

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:58:20 UTC

Local cancer support centre, with a range of support services for patients and their families

MacMillan Cancer Support

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 18:59:32 UTC

Wide range of resources and a helpline for those with cancer

Highland Hospice

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:02:46 UTC

The Eat Well Guide

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:04:44 UTC

Sustainable eating

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:10:08 UTC

Information on sustainable eating from the British Dietetic Association

Sustainable eating

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:10:41 UTC

Information on sustainable eating from the British Dietetic Association

Cooking on a Bootstrap Recipes

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:13:31 UTC

Cheap but nurtitious family recepies are available on this site, with price per portion calculated.

Healthy Eating for Children

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:16:37 UTC

Information from the British Dietetic Association

Active Health Project

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:19:13 UTC

Supports people to become more active as a way of improving their health and wellbeing. It is free and they work with anyone registered with a GP practice in the Highlands who would benefit from being more physically active. You can self refer via the website or be referred by your GP / health practitioner.

Think Health Think Nature

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 19:22:40 UTC

Great list of local initiatives and groups to help people make use of the green spaces in and around Inverness. Also lists volunteering opportunities.

Inhaler Choice Patient Decision Aid (NICE)

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 21:13:45 UTC

Tool to assist patients decide, along with their healthcare professional, which inhaler might be best for them

Sexual health problems

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-02 21:31:08 UTC

Factsheets on low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation and aging and sex

Breast Cancer Now

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-06 09:05:13 UTC

Information and support for women with Breast Cancer. They also have an app BECCA (Becca - the breast cancer support app | Breast Cancer Now).

Online Mental Health Resources

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-06 09:43:30 UTC

Wide range of resources in the same format as this page, with information on online mood resources, self-help, anxiety, depression, trauma, mindfulness, addition and more.

NHS Squeezy App for Pelvic Floor Exercises

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 12:57:24 UTC

NHS approved app designed by physiotherapists which guides you through pelvic floor exercises. Reminders can be set also. Available on iOS and Android. Small cost for initial download, no repeat costs.

Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Patient Leaflets

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 14:56:16 UTC

Wide range of patient information on a range of topics

Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Patient Leaflets

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 14:57:21 UTC

Wide range of patient information on a range of topics

Endometriosis UK

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 14:58:29 UTC

Information and support including helpline for those with Endometriosis

Sexual Health Scotland

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 15:01:32 UTC

Scotland-specific sexual health information on a range of topics

Contraception Choices

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 15:14:32 UTC

Information including videos on all types of contraception

NHS Inform Contraception Site

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 15:15:44 UTC

Scottish Palliative Care Patient Information Leaflets

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 15:17:13 UTC

Patient information on medications used in palliative care

NHS Inform Palliative Care Zone

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 15:18:40 UTC

Information for patients and carers on all aspects of palliative care, including information on planning ahead and practical advice

Drink Aware

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 15:20:47 UTC

Advice on safe drinking levels, tips on how to cut down and an online/app based unit tracker to allow you to keep an eye on your drinking habits.

For a list of information on alcohol or drug addiction please see the mental health column which will take you to a list of local and national support services

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 15:21:47 UTC

NHS Inform Stopping Smoking

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 18:57:58 UTC

You can be referred for smoking cessation support via the medical practice (please contact reception for this) or get support via your community pharmacy also, both free via the NHS

Know the Score

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-07 18:59:12 UTC

Information and facts about drug use, as well as online and phone support

Paths for All

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 09:57:45 UTC

Free organised walks that anyone can join, including options for health walks. There is a list of local options available

Clarity Walks

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 09:57:57 UTC

Highland-based enterprise offering No-phone nature walks and activities

Prostate Cancer UK

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:23:18 UTC

Prostate cancer support and information

Fertility Network UK

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:27:01 UTC

Stonewall Scotland

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:29:19 UTC

Scottish brand of Stonewall providing information and support for LGBT communities . There is a weekday helpline available

LGBT Health and Wellbeing

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:29:38 UTC

Organisation promoting the health, wellbeing and equality of LGBT+)adults in Scotland.

LGBT Foundation

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:30:00 UTC

LGBT Foundation provide a wide range of services to support lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people.

Imaan

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:30:13 UTC

Imaan is a charity that supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning (LGBTQ) Muslims, providing an online forum where people can share experiences and ask for help.

Mind LGBTIQ+ resourses

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:30:29 UTC

LGBT Youth Scotland

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:34:19 UTC

Information and support for young people including details of a support group that meets locally

Sexual Health Problems

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:47:37 UTC

Factsheets for women on libido, pain during sex, sex and aging and orgasm problems

Pelvic Floor Exercises Video

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 10:51:29 UTC

Videos demonstrating how to do pelvic floor exercises

NHS Highland Dental Helpline

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 11:02:36 UTC

Information on dental registration and also for emergency dental care for those who are unregistered.

Out of Hours Dental Emergency Helpline

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 11:03:39 UTC

For out-of-hours dental emergencies

Lets Get On With It Together

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-09 18:54:37 UTC

Highland-based organisation with a number of groups, information and support for those living with long-term conditions. There is an online course, and meetings also, all with the aim of promoting self-management

FRANK

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-13 15:27:46 UTC

Honest information about drugs.

We now have a Physiotherapist within the practice, please contact reception to book an appointment directly

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-13 16:53:40 UTC

NHS Inform Musculoskeletal Hub

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-13 16:55:49 UTC

Information on self-management, exercises, work-related issues and individual condition information

NHS 24 MSK App

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-13 16:58:16 UTC

The information contained in this app is linked to muscle, bone and joint self-management information on NHS inform.
In this app you'll find: advice on common muscle, back and joint problems, exercises and video clips to help you get moving safely, information for employees, managers and employers to help with work, reminders to do your exercises and a log to keep a note of your progress

NHS Highland Infant Feeding Information

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-14 10:51:07 UTC

Links to local breastfeeding support information and groups (please contact the numbers given due to the chance that group information may not be up to date)

There is a page dedicated to mental health resources in the same format as this. Please click the link below

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-14 18:55:27 UTC

Rock My Menopause

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-15 11:59:46 UTC

Information and resources about the menopause.

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Info for those at high risk of getting HIV

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-20 16:10:36 UTC

Manage Medicines NHS site for those on lots of medications

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-22 07:28:48 UTC

Helpful site for those on multiple medications for their conditions, explaining pros and cons of each medication. Useful to look at prior to medication reviews.

Versus Arthritis Exercises

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-28 16:25:15 UTC

Exercise sheets for those with joint pains

Patient.co.uk

FairfieldMedical — 2021-09-28 19:35:39 UTC

Start Back Info Leaflet for those with Back Pain

alexdall — 2021-09-30 11:20:48 UTC

The IBS Network

alexdall — 2021-09-30 11:22:59 UTC

Information and support for those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Coeliac UK

alexdall — 2021-09-30 11:24:56 UTC

Education and support for those with Coeliac Disease

How Much Exercise Do You Need?

FairfieldMedical — 2021-10-04 09:04:08 UTC

Helpful infographics on exercise recommendations for various age groups and in pregnancy

NHS Inform Menopause Hub

FairfieldMedical — 2021-10-11 18:23:40 UTC

For menopause information in Polish see Polish | Translations (nhsinform.scot)

British Association of Urological Surgeons

FairfieldMedical — 2021-10-12 07:58:55 UTC

Information on various urology operations but also includes information on treating incontinence and how to keep a bladder diary

Pelvic floor information leaflet (RCOG)

FairfieldMedical — 2021-10-12 11:06:06 UTC

NHS Inform Long COVID site

FairfieldMedical — 2021-10-26 07:24:07 UTC

Information regarding symptoms of Long COVID

Highland Respiratory Resource Hub

FairfieldMedical — 2021-11-22 17:21:02 UTC

NHS Highland Patient site for those with lung/respiratory conditions. Includes patient information, self management plans, information regarding work and air pollution.

Partnership for Wellbeing Local Health Walks

FairfieldMedical — 2022-01-05 17:46:31 UTC

Local walking groups. There is also a free 12 week walking programme organised by the same organisation, starting in 2022, info at First Foot Forward — Partnerships for Wellbeing (p4w.org.uk)

MS Society Virtual Hub

FairfieldMedical — 2022-01-12 18:33:31 UTC

"a One-stop-shop providing virtual information and support to help people manage their physical and mental well-being"

Sexwise Sexual Health Information

alexdall — 2022-01-20 11:57:59 UTC

Website providing "Honest advice about contraception, pregnancy, STIs and pleasure."

Transactual

alexdall — 2022-01-20 12:10:16 UTC

Site with trans-specific resources and support, including information about healthcare and information for GPs too

Tranzwiki

alexdall — 2022-01-20 12:17:06 UTC

TranzWiki is a comprehensive directory of non-commercial groups and organisations supporting or assisting trans and gender diverse individuals, their families and friends across the UK.

Nature for Health

alexdall — 2022-01-21 14:02:59 UTC

Nature Walks for Wellbeing are 90 minute sessions that use nature walks to provide mindful nature-based therapy to those suffering from mental illness, and those just taking care of themselves

Pharmacy First Service

alexdall — 2022-01-21 14:07:03 UTC

Information about the Pharmacy First service, where pharmacists can assess and treat certain conditions

When Should I Worry?

alexdall — 2022-02-10 11:28:18 UTC

NHS Scotland resource outlining symptoms of common childhood infections with information for parents about what to do and when to worry/seek help.

Social Supports PADLET

alexdall — 2022-02-10 11:30:11 UTC

For information on social work and health visitor contacts, as well as a parenting section, please see this associated resource

NHS inform information translated into other languages

alexdall — 2022-02-10 12:00:04 UTC

Breast Screening Information NHS Highland

alexdall — 2022-02-16 10:50:28 UTC

Marie Curie

alexdall — 2022-02-24 14:31:47 UTC

Information and support for those with terminal illnesses and their families. They have a helpline also.

Social Support information Padlet

alexdall — 2022-02-28 11:55:28 UTC

Information on financial issue, fuel poverty, parenting and local services

Information regarding being referred urgently for suspected cancer

alexdall — 2022-03-22 13:16:38 UTC

Peak Flow technique

alexdall — 2022-03-23 09:35:04 UTC

Techniques to ease breathlessness info leaflet

alexdall — 2022-03-23 16:58:26 UTC

Tips on voice care and projection

alexdall — 2022-03-23 17:02:00 UTC

Pre-diabetes information (Diabetes UK)

alexdall — 2022-05-17 07:41:48 UTC

My Body Back Project

alexdall — 2022-05-17 13:50:39 UTC

Information for those who have suffered sexual trauma, with a step-by-step guide/support for attending cervical smears (best accessed on a phone)

Sudden Cardiac Arrest support

alexdall — 2022-05-17 18:31:02 UTC

Support and advice for those who have had a cardiac arrest, and their families/carers

Menopause Podcasts

alexdall — 2022-05-17 18:45:12 UTC

By local menopause specialist Dr Hame Lata

Information on NHS Highland Social Gynaecology service- for Termination of Pregnancy

alexdall — 2022-06-14 08:17:29 UTC

Information on how to self-refer and also information leaflet on what to expect.

Sexual Assault Response Co-Ordination Service

alexdall — 2022-06-14 08:21:15 UTC

The NHS Scotland sexual assault self-referral phone service can help to arrange care for you in the days following a rape or sexual assault. The service may be able to arrange for you to have a forensic medical examination (FME) at a SARCS without making a report to the police.

Cycle to Health scheme

alexdall — 2022-06-14 08:43:08 UTC

The project supports individuals aged 18 years and above who would like to increase their cycling skills and confidence so that they can cycle more, use their bike for active travel and improve their physical and mental wellbeing.

Food First Advice Leaflet

alexdall — 2022-06-14 10:01:39 UTC

Managing Breathlessness after COVID

alexdall — 2022-06-14 10:10:24 UTC

Breathlessness advice video for those with Long COVID

Exercise Video for the Over 50s

alexdall — 2022-06-14 10:12:23 UTC

Specifically good for those who are housebound

National Gender Identity Service Scotland

alexdall — 2022-06-15 17:07:58 UTC

NHS Scotland Site with information on Gender services

Couch to 5k

alexdall — 2022-08-04 08:40:24 UTC

Structured programme available as an app or downloads which gives a structured way to gently go from walking to running over a number of weeks.

NHS Fitness Studio Programmes

alexdall — 2022-08-04 08:44:44 UTC

Multiple free fitness videos, covering strentgth and flexibility, aerobic and yoga. There is also a strength and flex NHS podcast.

Park run

alexdall — 2022-08-14 20:16:54 UTC

Free 5km weekly runs, and a weekly 2km junior run too

Flippin Pain

alexdall — 2022-10-31 14:04:06 UTC

NHS + other organisations have come together to provide this set of resources to help understand Chronic Pain.

Pilates for Chronic Back Pain (NHS)

alexdall — 2022-11-17 12:36:21 UTC

NHS approved free pilates session on YouTube, for those with chronic back pain

NHS Pilates Videos

alexdall — 2022-11-17 12:40:31 UTC

General pilates videos, but also specific classes for those with knee pain, back pain, arthritis and osteoporosis

Free Period Products Info

alexdall — 2022-11-17 20:11:34 UTC

Information regarding pick up and delivery information for free period products in Highland

Reusable menstrual products

alexdall — 2022-11-17 20:15:26 UTC

Information and links to reusable menstrual products, from ScotGov

Reusable menstrual products

alexdall — 2022-11-17 20:16:46 UTC

Information and links to reusable menstrual products, from ScotGov

Making Choices In Healthcare

alexdall — 2022-11-22 10:17:03 UTC

Short web course designed to help people who are thinking about choices in healthcare

Anticipatory Care Planning

alexdall — 2023-01-10 11:56:03 UTC

Information on looking ahead with your care and how to have those discussions

Diabetes UK podcast

alexdall — 2023-06-14 07:16:50 UTC

NHS Highland Chronic Pain Management Service

alexdall — 2023-06-27 07:27:29 UTC

Information about the local Chronic Pain Management Service.