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Illnesses and conditions

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

Symptoms and self help

Includes information on common symptoms and guidance for self-help

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.

Quitting smoking? There are tough moments in the first 72 hours.

We'll help you through 72 and beyond.

Home Energy Scotland

Could you save money on your energy bills and make your home a healthier place to live?

This is M.E.

May is M.E. awareness month

Seasonal topics

Every month we provide links to the most commonly asked questions

Dehydration

Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluid than you take in. Learn about dehydration symptoms and treatments.

Self-help guide: Hay fever

Advice for people aged 5 years or more with the symptoms of hay fever

Sunburn

Sunburn is skin damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays. Learn about how to treat sunburn