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Illnesses and conditions

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Illnesses and conditions - Symptoms, causes and treatments of common illnesses and conditions. Includes injuries, infections and poisoning.

Symptoms and self-help

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Symptoms and self-help - Information on common symptoms and what to do about them. Includes stomach ache, headache and rash.

Tests and treatments

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Tests and treatments - What to expect from common tests and treatments and why you might need them. Includes medicine, surgery, blood test, biopsy and scan.

Healthy living

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Healthy living - Advice and tools to help you look after yourself. Includes mental wellbeing, eating well, contraception, immunisation and help to stop smoking.

Care, support and rights

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Care, support and rights - Accessing health and care in Scotland. Includes how to register with a GP practice and your rights when using services.

Scotland's Service Directory

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Scotland's Service Directory - Details of health and wellbeing services in Scotland. Includes GP practices, dental services and support groups.

Self-help guide

Assess your own symptoms.

Self-help guides

Services directory

Find a local service or group.

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If you’re aged 18 to 49 get ready to roll up your sleeve

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It's OK to Ask

When you understand what's going on with your health, you can make better decisions around your care and treatment.

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Right care right place

The way we access urgent care has changed. To protect us and the NHS, it’s important you know how to get the right care, in the right place.

Trending

Every month we provide links to the most commonly requested topics

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Guidance for households with possible coronavirus infection

What you should do if you have to stay at home because of coronavirus

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Testing

Who can be tested for coronavirus in Scotland and how to access it

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Healthcare for overseas visitors

Within this guide we will explain which overseas visitors can access the NHS and how they can access NHS care. We have included information for students and tourists.

Seasonal topics

Every month we provide links to the most commonly asked questions

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Self-help guide: Abdominal pain

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

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Vertigo

Vertigo is a symptom of several different conditions. Learn about its causes and treatment.

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Nosebleed

Read about the causes of nosebleeds, how to treat them at home and when you should seek medical advice.