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A-Z Gallery – Click on the poster title to enlarge the poster (Image will open in a new window) Last updated: September 2024

Play & Stay

Play & Stay Timetable Play & Stay Session are delivered mostly by volunteers and are a valued asset to our community Please note all groups are free of charge unless specified otherwise Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Useful Links

Resources that can provide further information and help support your heart health can be found on the following sites: ​Organisation ​Website Address ​Comment ​NHS  ​www.nhs.uk ​Search for e.g. Cardiac Rehabilitation ​BHF (British Heart Foundation) ​www.bhf.org.uk ​General information, including exercise videos ​CHSS (Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland) ​www.chss.org.uk ​General information & has a free phone advice line ​Heart

Find out about gout

Information for patients of NHS Lothian’s Gout Liaison Service Gout is an increasingly common form of arthritis, which typically results in sudden and very severe flares of joint pain and inflammation. Please look through the videos and information leaflets on this page to find out more about gout and how to get it under control.

Interpretation & Translation Services

We want to ensure that people can access our services effectively and efficiently. Communication difficulties are a barrier for people accessing health care. NHS Lothian provides a range of communication supports including: https://www.nhslothian.scot/yourrights/translation-interpretation-and-communication-support/

Eating/Weaning

Eating/Weaning “We’ve all been there – mealtimes can be hard work. Sometimes your kids will have one idea of what’s good for them and you’ll have another. So working out what to buy and cook can be hard, especially when you’ve got work and family life to think about too. But Parent Club is here

Further Resources & Support

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland’s Advice Line Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland’s Advice Line nurses provide confidential advice, support and information to help people living with long COVID, or their family members.  People can self-refer or your healthcare professional can refer you to the advice line via their dedicated referral form : https://chss-portal.powerappsportals.com/referral-form/ To contact the

Living Donor Transplantation Program

The main problem in liver transplantation nowadays is the shortage of cadaveric donors. Given the good results of liver transplantation, the number of patients waiting for a liver is increasing while there has been no increase in cadaveric donors. Thus, living donor liver transplantation becomes a valid alternative for many patients if a relative decides

Coming to hospital

Coming to hospital or clinic for an appointment or a procedure can be stressful.  As a team we can help you with any concerns you or your child have in relation to your hospital visit, and can answer any questions about what will happen in advance or arrange a familiarisation visit. We would recommend downloading

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NHS Lothian

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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NHS Lothian News and Media

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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NHS Lothian Apps

Apps

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

Careers

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