Sometimes the key to our recovery lies with us. For example, if you have a minor illness or a less serious injury, then self-care at home is the best option. Symptom checker NHS Inform has self-help guides. These guides use set of questions similar to those that your GP or a call handler from NHS 24 would ask to establish the seriousness of your health complaint. See some of the most common Continue Reading
Get the support you need to stop smoking
Quit Your Way Scotland is an advice and support service for anyone trying to stop smoking in Scotland. You can contact Quit Your Way Scotland for free by: phoning a Quit Your Way Scotland adviser on 0800 84 84 84 chatting online with a Quit Your Way Scotland adviser The helpline service is open: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm The webchat service is open within those times Continue Reading
Prepare for Winter
Help you and your family stay well with these health and wellbeing tips. When the weather gets colder, it can affect your health and wellbeing. Read these tips on staying healthy this winter, including information on vaccinations, dealing with seasonal illnesses, and ways to maintain good mental wellbeing. Use digital resources for safe and trusted advice If you’re feeling under the Continue Reading
Women’s health: How your pharmacist can help
Your nearest pharmacy can help you with advice, support and treatment for a variety of women’s health symptoms and conditions. The Pharmacy First service helps you access the right care in the right place, without having to go to your GP practice or local A&E department for non-urgent treatment. You can access care quickly and conveniently, usually without needing an appointment. You can Continue Reading
