With her qualification in Occupational Medicine and experience across a number of sectors, Dr McBride discusses how to stay well at work through the holidays and beyond, providing practical help for both employers and employees.
Deadlines, long hours, festive chaos — work can take its toll on both body and mind. Our doctors see it every year: stress, tension headaches, back pain, burnout.
With Dr Victoria McBride’s qualification in Occupational Medicine and experience in a number of sectors, Courtyard Health Clinic provides practical help for both employers and employees.
Common work-related issues we treat
- Stress, anxiety and low mood
- Repetitive strain and posture problems
- Fatigue and sleep disruption
- Workplace injuries or fitness-to-work concerns
How we help
- Occupational health assessments for individuals and organisations
- Return-to-work plans after illness or injury
- Workplace wellbeing advice
- Same-day GP appointments for when health problems cannot wait
Holiday-season survival tips
- Don’t skip breaks — even five minutes of stretching helps.
- Set work boundaries — shut the laptop at a set time.
- Watch alcohol and caffeine — both sabotage sleep.
- Move — a lunchtime walk boosts focus and mood.
- Talk early — if work stress is affecting your health, tell someone.
Healthy staff are productive staff, and employers who support wellbeing see fewer absences and higher morale.
Whether you are managing a business or just trying to stay well through the busy season, we are ready to help.
Contact Courtyard Health Clinic for occupational health advice or same-day GP support in Musselburgh.
