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Living kidney donation

Posted on April 29, 2024 (April 29, 2024) by milliegreen

A kidney from a living donor generally offers the best outcomes for someone living with kidney failure

With over 400 people waiting on a kidney transplant in Scotland, the living donation programme remains an important part of increasing donation and transplantation rates. Find out more at livingdonation.scot […]

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Support your teen through exam stress

Posted on April 22, 2024 (April 22, 2024) by milliegreen

How can you help your teen cope with exam stress?

Nobody likes exams. But some teens find them particularly stressful and difficult. If you have a teen prepping for exams now, check out this handy list of support sources that Parent Club have put together to help your teen (and you!) cope with exam stress. For more info, visit www.parentclub.scot/articles/how-cope-exam-stress […]

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on April 15, 2024 (April 15, 2024) by milliegreen

It’s #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth. People living in Scotland aged 50 to 74 are sent a home bowel screening test every two years. The test can be done in the privacy of your home and returned using the pre-paid envelope provided. To find out more, visit https://t.co/uNfV8hdboi pic.twitter.com/KYImZXldSc — Public Health Scotland (@P_H_S_Official) April 10, 2024 […]

Get support and treatment for drug use

Posted on April 8, 2024 (April 8, 2024) by milliegreen

The unregulated drug supply is increasingly toxic and unpredictable. Getting support and treatment reduces the risk of experiencing harm or dying from overdose. Find your local service: https://t.co/yZoBobBudQ View our new resource:https://t.co/l4pqy0kuBD#HarmReduction pic.twitter.com/t03MGwG5be — Public Health Scotland (@P_H_S_Official) April 4, 2024 […]

Get your shingles vaccination if elegible

Posted on March 25, 2024 (March 25, 2024) by milliegreen

The shingles vaccine can reduce your risk of developing shingles or, if you do get shingles, it can make the symptoms milder. If you?re eligible, NHS Scotland will contact you with details of your appointment. Find out more:https://t.co/62B4vZC9ox#ShinglesVaccineScot pic.twitter.com/CcIbRuWKDc — Public Health Scotland (@P_H_S_Official) March 22, 2024 […]

Quit smoking your way

Posted on March 4, 2024 (March 4, 2024) by milliegreen

Get help with free support. "I didn't think I could quit smoking. But with the free Quit Your Way service, I did it my way with their support.

Do you want to stop smoking but don?t know how? Get help with free support. Whether you?re ready to stop, or just beginning to think about it, the Quit Your Way Scotland advice and support service is here to help. Get started at QuitYourWay.scot […]

#TheExceptionalGift

Posted on February 5, 2024 (February 5, 2024) by devpracticemanagertestuser

Over 1,900 people in Scotland have helped others by donating a kidney

Did you know that a healthy person can lead a completely normal life with one kidney? Over 1,900 people in Scotland have become living kidney donors, transforming the lives of others. Find out more at livingdonation.scot #TheExceptionalGift […]

Is your child feeling isolated?

Posted on January 22, 2024 (January 22, 2024) by devpracticemanagertestuser

It?s not unusual for teens to feel isolated. But checking in with them and letting them know they can talk to you is one of the best ways youcan support them. For ideas to help support your teen and information on how to spot the early warning signs ofsomething more serious, visit ParentClub.scot/parenting-teens […]

Winter illness in children

Posted on January 15, 2024 (January 15, 2024) by devpracticemanagertestuser

During the winter months children tend to get more minor illnesses such as coughs, colds and runny noses ? especially babies and younger children. Most recover quickly at home. For handy tips on looking after your child when they are poorly and where to get the right advice & support should you need it, use the […]