Scotland's health information service

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Illnesses and conditions

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

Injuries

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

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

GP consultation

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.

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Have a safe summer in Scotland

Whilst we can't be guaranteed good weather all summer, we can make sure that we're prepared to enjoy the season safely

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Anticipatory care planning

It's everyone's business

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Everyday questions about your health

The answer is NHS inform

Trending

Every month we provide links to the most commonly requested topics

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Keeping your health information safe with SPIRE

NHS Scotland is improving the way it uses information from patient records to help the NHS, GPs and researchers learn from information held at GP practices. Find out what information will be used and why.

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Introduction to cervical screening (smear test)

A smear test is used to check cells from the cervix (neck of the womb) for changes so they can be monitored or treated. Find out who'll be offered this test and why.

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Muscle, bone and joint injuries

An injury is damage to the body that's often caused by accidents, falls, hits and contact during sports.

Seasonal topics

Every month we provide links to the most commonly asked questions

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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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Norovirus

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

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Chest infection

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