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Health and Symptom management

The following links will take you to answers to questions that you may have: I think I have COVID-19 symptoms Is there any specific information relating to my condition and COVID-19? I’ve had COVID-19, how can I help myself to regain health and well-being? I’m in pain I think I have a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Learning Disabilities

Hello, welcome to the NHS Lothian Learning Disability Service.  On this site you will find: What is a learning disability? ‘Learning disability’ is an umbrella term covering many different intellectual disabilities. It means that a person’s capacity to learn is affected and that they may not learn things as quickly as other people. Sometimes a

Latest updates

13/09/22 Screening closure Monday 19th September We are deeply saddened at the passing of HRH Queen Elizabeth II. Please be aware that we will now be closed on Monday 19th September and will not be responding to phone calls or emails until Tuesday 20th September. 17/08/22 Information about the mobile unit in Halbeath The South

I am in pain

Here are some questions to consider : is it new? where is it? how painful is it? what makes it better/worse? does it feel muscular or something else? Go to the NHS Inform website We would recommend you contact your GP, NHS 24 on 111 or in an emergency phone 999

Frequently Asked Questions

Mental Health When living with a chronic disease it can be easy to prioritise your physical symptoms. However it is important to recognise the mental challenges that come with having a chronic illness.  Your IBD team is here to support you throughout this and if you are struggling you should contact your IBD team who

Training & Education Subgroup

The latest meeting was held on 8 March 2018. The minutes will be available here once they are approved at our next meeting.   The next meeting is still to be arranged.

Pre-Retirement Medicals

This involves a total of an hour with our doctors and nurses where measurements of general health are taken and the person is able to discuss any problems or questions they have with a medical professional. To someone preparing for retirement this can be an invaluable source of information that allows them to go confidently

Pregnancy and rheumatic disease medications

In this leaflet ( link below) we have tried to address all your questions regarding pregnancy and rheumatology medications. Pregnancy_DMARDs_and_Biologic_Therapies Final Jan 2023

Contact us

Please direct any questions or feedback regarding the Royal Infirmary Preparing for surgery website to: Katriona.Montgomery@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk Or use the contact form below:

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NHS LOTHIAN | OUR SERVICES Parent and Infant Relationship Service We hope this website provides a helpful source of reliable information for families with babies and infants up to 36 months. The information shared is guided by the latest up to date research on infant and parent relationships, child development and mental health, and neuroscience.

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The main section for NHS Lothian. Includes information on hospitals and locations, what to do in emergencies, our waiting times, your rights, immunisations and how to volunteer.
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News & Media

The News section for NHS Lothian. Latest news and updates for patients and the media, plus pages celebrating our annual staff awards 'Celebrating Success'.
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NHS Lothian Our Services

Our Services

Information on Dentists, GPs, Opticians, Pharmacies and an A-Z of healthcare services provided by NHS Lothian.
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Our Organisation

Details of our NHS Board, strategies, accounts, planning, key documents and Freedom of Information requests.
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NHS Lothian Policy Online

Policy Online

The repository for all NHS Lothian policies, procedures, guidelines, forms, charts, and patient information leaflets.
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NHS Lothian Staff

Staff

Information for our Staff including Staff Benefits, Staff Networks, Staff Support and Professional Education sites.
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Apps

Standalone NHS Lothian websites, including Online Payments and RefHelp: instant access to referral guidelines for GPs and clinicians.
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Careers

NHS Lothian offers a huge range of career prospects and a wide range of job, training and development opportunities.
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