If you’re aged 50 to 74 and you’ve made a mistake
on your bowel screening test, misplaced it, or you did
not receive your test kit, you can request a replacement
test kit at nhsinform.scot/bowelscreening

#BowelScreeningScotland

Did you know we need to welcome 3500 #blooddonors each week in Scotland and 1650 are needed just at our donor centre locations! We have 5 donor centres to choose from, Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow or Inverness. Book online now at scotblood.co.uk or 0345 90 90 999

Lyme disease is spread by ticks and can be a serious condition if not treated early.

If you find one on your body, remove the whole tick carefully. If you get a red circular rash on your skin, or develop flu-like symptoms visit your GP or nhsinform.scot/lyme-disease for more info.

When anyone who is able takes up their offer of vaccination, it makes it #HumanlyPossible for those in the community to live long and healthy lives. #wiw24

As World #handhygiene Day approaches, NHS Scotland is asking staff to only wear disposable non-sterile gloves when they’re needed. When gloves are not needed, good hand hygiene is the best way to protect patients, staff and our planet. #ClimateAction

Join the South Perthshire Older People’s Community Mental Health Team and Alzheimer Scotland at Crieff Community Hosp on Wed, 29 May, 2-4pm.

Enjoy a brew and a chat with people from various local services who will be able to give you information, advice and support.

The NHS Credit Union offers affordable loans and secure savings for NHS employees and their families, as well as financial advice and support around money worries and debt.

Find out more and sign up at nhscreditunion.com or download the app at links.nivohub.com/l/evz

Public Health Scotland provides information about all vaccines in:

• other languages, including BSL
• easy read
• audio
• large print
• braille

For more information, visit nhsinform.scot/translations

#wiw24

Before travelling abroad, it’s important to check if you need vaccinations.

Visit fitfortravel.nhs.uk to see:

• what vaccines are recommended
• where to access travel health services in your local area.

If you need help accessing fitfortravel, call 0800 22 44 88.

#wiw24

We were pleased to welcome Neil Gray MSP,
Cabinet Secretary to Ninewells Hospital today to discuss the positive impact of NHS Tayside’s new Paediatric Continence Service Kidney Kids Scotland Neil Gray MSP

Former patient Noreen Atkinson and her family visited Ward 4 at Ninewells to say a huge heartfelt thank you to Dr Gavin Francis and the team for the outstanding care she received there. tinyurl.com/3ec46sbj

Have you ever seen an inflatable colon?

Well now’s your chance! Bowel Cancer UK are bringing their roadshow with their inflatable colon to Dundee from 30 Apr – 2 May.

The team are here to raise awareness of #BowelCancer , symptoms to look out for and the importance of screening.

The shingles vaccine is being offered to more people to help protect them at an earlier age. NHSScotland can’t do this all at once, so it needs to be rolled out over 10 years.

Check if you’re eligible for the shingles vaccine at nhsinform.scot/shingles

#wiw24

The pneumococcal vaccine is offered free to all adults aged 65 or over. Pneumococcal infection is caused by pneumococcal bacteria. It can cause serious illnesses such as septicaemia and meningitis.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/pneumococcalva…

#wiw24

Daylight can help you manage the anxiety and stress that can contribute to burnout. It's a free digital medicine app that teaches you evidence-based techniques for reframing anxious thoughts and reducing tension.

Give it a try this #StressAwarenessWeek at trydaylight.com/nhs

#ItsOKtoAsk !

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

For more info on questions to ask at your
next appointment visit:
nhsinform.scot/its-ok-to-ask

People aged 75 and over, and those with a weakened immune system, are being offered a COVID-19 vaccine this spring. This is because their level of protection may have faded over time.

For more information, visit nhsinform.scot/springvaccine

#wiw24

Young people are offered vaccines to protect them against serious diseases. The MenACWY and DTP vaccines top up the protection from the vaccines that were given in childhood.

For more information about the vaccines offered, visit nhsinform.scot/vaccinesforyou…

#wiw24

Are you experiencing low mood, anxiety or distress?

If you need to talk, NHS 24‘s Breathing Space service is there to listen. Get in touch on the phone or webchat for mental health and wellbeing advice.

0800 83 85 87
breathingspace.scot

The NHS Credit Union offers affordable loans and secure savings for NHS employees and their families, as well as financial advice and support around money worries and debt.

Find out more and sign up at nhscreditunion.com or download the app at links.nivohub.com/l/evz