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NHS Inform is a service for Scotland offering reliable, quality assured information that has enhanced features and digital tools to allow you to tailor the information, making it more personal to you. Finding the right health and care information can make a real difference to how you manage your wellbeing.  NHS Inform (www.nhsinform.scot) is Scotland’s dedicated resource offering up-to-date

Physical activity is important for everyone, including people who live care homes.  We are all recommended to get 150 minutes of activity per week, and for older adults this should include twice weekly strength and balance exercises.  For people who live in care homes, there can be benefits, but also challenges to achieving this target. 

“No decision about me, without me” What does consent mean? It means agreement Before a doctor, nurse or any other health professional can examine or treat you, they must have your agreement, or consent. You must be given enough information so that you can understand what is involved and can think clearly about the advantages

This section of the site is for people who have an eating disorder and are currently unwell or still in their journey towards recovery. It describes ways in which you might try to cope with the distress you are facing, and develop strategies to get well and stay well. It explores the concept of recovery

Key studies: Due to the large number of studies involving the Heart Manual, the following highlights our core evidence​: National Guidelines: Professional Competence Guidance:

Important things to know Birth Registration To find out how to register the birth of your baby go to: How to register a birth – mygov.scot Cord care The cord will dry up and fall off around 7-10 days after birth. It does not usually require any special attention and normal bathing as below is