What to do if you have an eye problem? Please contact an optometrist in the first instance for all eye conditions. Optometrists across Lothian will offer you a triage phone consultationto assess the urgency of your condition and arrange an appointmentaccordingly. If you have an urgent eye problem out of hours you should phoneNHS 24
Learn Tell me more Self-Assess Tools for self-assessing Do you have trouble sleeping? If you think you’re not getting enough sleep, have trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep, or frequently feel tired during the day, then there are things you can do to help improve your sleep. Do you recognise any of the common
Learn Tell me more Self-Assess Tools for self-assessing How do you know if you’re having a panic attack? Most people know what it feels like to be anxious about something, but a panic attack is much more intense than this. A panic attack is usually described as a sudden escalating surge of extreme fear. If
There is a variety of palliative care training available for staff working in Care Homes, Care at Home, Community, and Acute Services. Please see below for details on the the palliative care courses available and booking information. These courses are delivered by NHS Lothian Clinical Education Team. Health and Social Care Workers, Registered Nurses and
The Mental Health & Wellbeing Team with East Lothian Council have created a website which contains a wealth of information about mental health and wellbeing, with links to a range of supports and services. Visit EastSpace for East Lothian’s online source of mental health and wellbeing information. Please click the links for top tips for developing good mental health and
Lothian is hosting its second dedicated Care Homes and Care at Home Conference but this time it will all be online on 3rd October 2024 The conference agenda and breakout session information pack have further information about the planned running of the day. Register Here Aim of Conference The conference will be a celebration and
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