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Identifying, treating and managing different types of illnesses, infections, injuries and disorders

Symptoms and self-help

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Includes information on common symptoms and guidance for self-help

Tests and treatments

Blood tests

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

Healthy living

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

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

Scotland's Service Directory

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Through Scotland's Service Directory you can find the names, addresses, opening times and service details for thousands of health and wellbeing services in Scotland

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Assess your own symptoms.

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Get the facts about flu Keep Antibiotics Working Be Health-Wise This Winter
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Flu - we want to give you the facts

Trust the facts. Get the vaccine.

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Keep Antibiotics Working

Taking antibiotics when you don’t need them can be harmful

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Dr. Owl says "Be Health-Wise This Winter"

Don't let ill-health spoil the festive season. Check when your GP practice or pharmacy is open. Don't run out of repeat prescriptions - order only what you need in plenty of time.

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Every month we provide links to the most commonly requested topics

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The Charter of Patient Rights and Responsibilities

The Charter of Patient Rights and Responsibilities (the ‘charter’) was revised in June 2019. This article will explain the charter in greater detail including access, communication, confidentiality and feedback and complaints.

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Flu vaccine

The flu vaccine is the best available protection against flu and is offered each winter flu season (October to March). Find out more about the flu vaccine, and when and where to get it.

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Child flu vaccine

The child flu vaccine is offered to all children in Scotland aged 2–5 years at their GP practice, and all primary school children at school. Find out more about the child flu vaccine.

Seasonal topics

Every month we provide links to the most commonly asked questions

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Self-help guide: Accessing medicines

​Find out more about getting medicines when your supplies have run out.

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Flu

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

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Self-help guide: Flu-like illness

Find out more about your flu symptoms, when you can use self-care, and what to do if your condition worsens and you need medical help.

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