Meningococcal disease is one of the major causes of meningitis. Make sure you've received your MenACWY vaccine. For more information visit #Vaccines4Students

If your child is aged 2-5 (not yet in school), look out for their flu vaccine letter in the post and help beat flu with a wee scoosh. Find out more at #WeeScoosh

Vaccines are given to babies and children in different ways. Each one is designed to offer the best protection. Talk to your health visitor or visit to learn more. #ChildVaxScot

Did you know the Meningococcal B vaccine can help protect against gonorrhoea? Sexual health clinics can now offer this vaccine to those at increased risk of Gonorrhoea. The vaccine can help reduce the chance of infection. Find out more about eligibility:

Protect yourself from severe diseases by making sure you're up to date with your vaccinations. For more information visit #Vaccines4Students

Spending time outdoors boosts health. Meet the Green Health Team & Red Cross at our FREE Falls Prevention Day: Thu 25 Sept 2025, 10am–2pm, Lasswade Centre, Bonnyrigg. Expert advice on hearing, vision, diet & more + demos, & cake. Info: #FreeFallsEvent

Gonorrhoea in Scotland remains high and is most common in the sexual networks of gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men. The MenB vaccine is now being offered to help protect against gonorrhoea. More:

It's important your child gets all the vaccines they are offered at the right time to make sure they've got longer-term protection as they grow up. When it's time, you'll get a letter from the NHS with appointment details and what vaccines they're being offered. #ChildVaxScot

Standing from sitting, like Linda, Stella, John, Pam & David, helps prevent falls. Learn more at our FREE Falls Prevention Community Day: Thu 25 Sept 2025, 10am–2pm, Lasswade Centre, EH19 2LA. #FallsPrevention #StayIndependent #AgeingWell #FreeFallsEvent

Most children and young people are given the flu vaccine as a nasal spray into each nostril. It’s quick, easy and painless. There’s no need to sniff or inhale the vaccine, it’ll just feel like a tickle in their nose. Find out more at #WeeScoosh

Are you a new parent? Your child will be offered vaccines that protect against diseases such as meningitis, whooping cough, measles and more. You don't have to do anything just yet - you'll automatically receive an appointment letter when your child is eligible. #ChildVaxScot

Staying on top of your vaccines is one of the most effective ways to reduce your risk of becoming seriously ill from diseases like meningitis, measles, and most HPV related cancers. For more information visit #Vaccines4Students

Those considered to be at increased risk of catching gonorrhoea can now be offered the Meningococcal B vaccination for protection against infection. Find out about the vaccine and eligibility here -

The flu vaccine is the safest and easiest way to help protect your child. Given as a painless nasal spray, all it takes is a wee scoosh up the nose. Find out more at #WeeScoosh

Join our first FREE Falls Prevention Community Day on Thu 25 Sept, 10am–2pm at Lasswade Centre, Bonnyrigg. Expert advice, demos, local resources, cake. Learn small changes for big confidence: #FallsPrevention #CommunityHealth #StayIndependent #AgeingWell

Calling all unpaid carers: sign up now for the Carers Parliament 2025 on Thursday 30 October. This annual event gives unpaid carers the opportunity to address concerns and questions on caring to national and local Government decision-makers. Sign up here:

Heatstroke is no joke. Make sure you and your loved ones stay healthy during any spells of hot weather by following NHS 24’s summer health advice. Visit to find out more.

If you've not been vaccinated against RSV, and you're aged between 76 and 79, you are eligible for vaccination. For more information visit #RSVvaccineScot

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 for more info.

Vaccines are given to babies and children in different ways. Each one is designed to offer the best protection. Talk to your health visitor or visit to learn more. #ChildVaxScot