Scotland's health information service

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Illnesses and conditions

Symptoms and treatments of hundreds of diseases and illnesses, including advice on living with conditions such as cancer and diabetes.

Injuries

Find out how to look after burns, cuts, sprains and sprains, and when you should go to hospital.

Tests and treatments

Information on what to expect if you need a test or treatment, such as a blood test, biopsy, scan or surgery.

Healthy living

Find out what you can do to look after your mental and physical wellbeing with advice on stopping smoking, eating well and how to get enough exercise.

Care, support and rights

Information on accessing health and care services in Scotland, and your rights when using them.

Self-help guide

Assess your own symptoms.

Self-help guides

Services directory

Find a local service or group.

Manchester incident

Information and advice for people in Scotland affected by the recent incident in Manchester

Everyday questions about your health

The answer is NHS inform

Have you had heart surgery or a heart or lung transplant since January 2013?

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Seasonal topics

Every month we provide links to the most commonly asked questions

Flu

Flu is a common infectious viral illness spread by coughs and sneezes. Learn about flu symptoms and treatments.

Norovirus

Norovirus is a stomach bug which causes diarrhoea and vomiting. Learn about norovirus treatment and prevention.

Chest infection

Find out more about the signs, symptoms and treatments for chest infections in adults