X Scottish Ministers welcome applications from leaders with vision, drive and resilience to join Tayside and Dumfries & Galloway NHS boards. For more information go here bit.ly/3ShZ4bs #public appointments

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory illness, which can be severe and lead to people being admitted to hospital - especially babies and older adults. Vaccination is the best way to get protected. 🔗publichealthscotland.scot/rsv-vaccine #RSVvaccineScot #RSV

Nice weather does occasionally make an appearance in Scotland. Avoid sunburn and other heat-related health issues by following NHS 24’s summer health tips. Find out more about how to stay safe in the sun by visiting: nhsinform.scot/summer.

NHS 24 have shared a BSL clip giving advice on introducing your baby to solid foods. NHS 24 Watch the clip here to learn how to start, what your baby can eat and drink, and some healthy recipes: nhsinform.scot/translations/l… #BSL #Pregnancy #FunFirstFoods

If you were born between 2 August 1944 and 31 July 1950, NHS Scotland will send you an appointment letter in the post soon. Visit nhsinform.scot/rsv-adult for more information. #RSVvaccineScot #RSV

A few bad days health wise/condition management. As things stabilise & fog lifts I wanted to say how grateful & impressed I am with my NHS Forth Valley GP services, including OOH home visits & NHS 24 Fantastic, person centred, responsive healthcare even at home Thanks Neil Gray MSP

By knowing how to get the right care in the right place we can keep well and get the care we need quickly, safely and as close to home as possible. #RightCareRightsPlace NHS 24

Importantly, please know that help is available: Samaritans Scotland - 116 123 NHS 24 - 111 Breathing Space - 0800 83 85 87 If you are worried about someone, please ask. Research tells us that doing so - and using the word suicide - can save a life.

The care behind our care! Our call handlers are the first people you’ll speak to if you need to use our service. They are highly skilled and support hundreds of people every day of the year. 💙💙

🚨More exciting news! Our next announcement is that we’ve invited colleagues from the Scottish Ambulance to apply for the 2025 intake of QI 24: FUNdamentals. We’re thrilled to broaden our cohort& bring in diverse perspectives from across healthcare 🚑 #QI24c5

The best way to protect your baby from serious disease is getting the recommended vaccines at the right time. If you're pregnant, you'll be offered the RSV vaccine from 28 weeks. Speak to your midwife or visit nhsinform.scot/rsv-baby to find out more. #RSVvaccineScot #RSV

Noticed unusual lumps, blood, unexplained weight loss or other possible cancer symptoms? Your GP practice wants to know. #BeTheEarlyBird and get checked. Find out more at getcheckedearly.org

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Need summer health advice? NHS 24 has the information that you need. Check out their summer health resource on NHS inform and get tips on topics such as insect bites, heat related conditions, or prescribed medicines and travel. Visit nhsinform.scot/summer to find out more.

What are Care Leavers entitled to in Scotland? Young Scot have info on their website. Did you know? A care leaver is a young person who left care on or at any time after, their 16 birthday. Check it out here 👇 young.scot/get-informed/s…

Smoking increases risk of heart & breathing problems, diabetes, stroke & cancer. But your health starts to improve from the moment you quit. It’s never too late to stop smoking. For support to quit, call Quit Your Way helpline 0800 84 84 84 / visit QuitYourWay.scot NHS 24

Pharmacists and their teams are experts in medicines. They can provide advice and help you find the best treatment for you for a wide range of women’s health symptoms and conditions. Find out more 🔗 nhsinform.scot/campaigns/wome… #WomensHealth #PharmacyFirst

#FeedbackFriday for MIU @ ARI (Aberdeen ED) and NHS 24. 💙 "A very positive experience" careopinion.org.uk/1251369 via Care Opinion Care Opinion Scot #ProudToBeNHSG

New mums in Scotland: Did you know you get free NHS dental treatment during pregnancy and for a year after? Keep your smile healthy! Learn more at nhsinform.scot/dentist #FreeFriday NHS 24

If you're not feeling well or if you get injured this weekend and you're unsure where to go, please visit NHSInform.scot/right-care #RightCareRightPlace