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NHS Lothian news & health information. If you have a medical question please speak to your GP or call NHS24 on 111. Please note, our feed is not monitored 24/7.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Joined November 2009
Vaccines continue to be the most effective way to protect people from serious, life-threatening diseases. Thanks to vaccines, diseases like smallpox, polio, & tetanus, that were once responsible for millions of deaths and disabilities, have been eliminated or drastically reduced.
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We support the 16 Days of Activism Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence 2025. This year’s theme, “All Together to Prevent and End Violence Against Women and Girls,” reminds us that real change happens when we unite to create safer spaces for everyone. https://t.co/hiffq9NDDq
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Craig Pearce and Tracy McBurnie, Co-Chairs of the NHS Lothian Staff Carer Network, joined Carer Scotland’s 60th anniversary celebration at the Scottish Government earlier this week. #StaffCarersMatter
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✅ Staff flu vaccinations are on the rise A huge thank you to everyone rolling up their sleeves 💪 and to our vaccination teams for making it happen. Ready to join them? Book your slot or drop in at a clinic near you 👉 https://t.co/V8q2PDALtx
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Signing and returning your child’s vaccine consent forms from school will help protect them against meningitis, cancers and more. Remember to #ChatSignProtect For more information visit https://t.co/G8iZDUYww8
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Coming to hospital for an appointment? Remember to bring any meds you’re taking with you. This includes prescription & non-prescription medication such as inhalers, tablets, eye drops etc. If you want to know more, go to: https://t.co/GXSOL8GXII
#MYMEDS
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If you have a weakened immune system, it’s important to make sure you’re protected against flu this winter 🛡️ For more information and to book or rearrange your appointment visit https://t.co/sngieCoduJ
#FluHitsHarder
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Follow your prescriber's advice: Antibiotics don't work on viruses like the common cold or flu 💊 #WAAWScotland
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Remember It's OK To Ask. When you understand what's going on with your health, you can make better decisions around your care and treatment. https://t.co/SopR58P58O
#oktoask
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Everyone deserves to safely share the road. Learn how Waymo is working to make our roads safer.
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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 https://t.co/nh8NrO8ING
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To see if there is a pop-up clinic near you or for information on eligibility please visit https://t.co/7XdA2S3wIv or scan the QR code. 📱Alternatively, please call the Vaccination Enquiries Helpline: 0300 790 6296
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Join us for the Royal Hospital for Children & Young People’s Memorial Service on Sun 30 Nov, doors open 14:15 at Greyfriars Charteris Centre, Edinburgh. A gentle space for reflection, open to all. Refreshments provided. Details: https://t.co/hthefa63w6
@LothianChildren
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It's #FraudAwarenessWeek How to check eletters from NHS Lothian are genuine: ✅ Have ‘NHS Lothian’ as the sender ✅ Include a 4-digit PIN + link ✅ Only ask for your Date of Birth + PIN (after clicking the link) We never ask for other details. Learn more: https://t.co/8QcO4o928L
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Flu in pregnancy can be more serious for some women. The vaccine helps reduce your risk of serious illness or flu related complications. Speak to your midwife or book an appointment at https://t.co/sngieCoduJ
#VaccinesInPregnancy
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Do you have a business? Would you like to work with NHS Lothian? Join us for an opportunity to meet the NHS Lothian Procurement team & learn about how to do business with us. Sign up to the online surgeries on Friday 28 November by emailing loth.suppliersurgeries@nhs.scot
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InnoScot Health’s last webinar of the year will be spotlighting a true ‘Once for Scotland’ initiative which is pioneering the use of drones to deliver vital medical supplies. @NHSGrampian, @Scotambservice, @innovateuk, Read more 🔗 https://t.co/BQIRW8Fx6v
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In Scotland, uptake of the MMR vaccine is falling. Getting babies and children vaccinated is the safest and most effective way to protect them from diseases like measles, mumps and rubella. Find out more at https://t.co/nRos3K162C
#ChildVaxScot
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Scottish Global Health Co-ordination Unit are holding a webinar on International Medical Graduates and their contribution to global health on Thurs 27 Nov ’25, 12.30-13:30. Register here: https://t.co/kO5lRTwwDs
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First Minister @JohnSwinney received his flu vaccine and urged all those eligible this year to take up the offer. Getting the flu vaccine is extremely important to help protect those who are most vulnerable to the virus. Find out more at https://t.co/XO7W8hncvI
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If you have a weakened immune system, it’s important to make sure you’re protected against flu this winter 🛡️ For more information and to book or rearrange your appointment visit https://t.co/sngieCoduJ
#FluHitsHarder
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