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
The Cancer Manual ‘So what do I do now?’ Developed in collaboration with the Beacon Centre, Taunton and Somerset NHS and the Heart Manual Department, NHS Lothian the Cancer Manual (CM) is a comprehensive facilitated resource, designed for patients living with or beyond cancer. Adapted from the well evidenced Heart Manual, the Cancer Manual is
This webpage gives you information about having an anaesthetic for your operation. What is an anaesthetic? An anaesthetic stops you feeling pain or unpleasant sensations during your operation. There are different types of anaesthetic: Local anaesthetic An injection which numbs a small part of your body to stop you feeling pain. Regional anaesthetic An injection
Skip to: Welcome to the Lothian Care Home, Home Support and Social Care Webpages! These webpages have been developed to provide information and resources to all Care Homes, home support and social care staff working in Lothian. They have been developed by staff who work for NHS Lothian and the four Health and Social Care
Feeding patterns shift and change throughout the first 3 years of life. Infants Feeding time can be an opportunity to build a special relationship with your baby. While some babies take easily to feeding, many babies for various reasons can find it difficult. When this is the case, you may find it a worrying, frustrating
Why is sperm donation needed? Donor sperm may be needed because of fertility problems or the absence of sperm. Sperm donation is a generous and positive act that can give many people the chance to have a child of their own. If you decide to become a donor, you will have made the choice to
Feeling on edge or on high alert is also a common response to trauma. This can include feeling jumpy, jittery, shaky, easily startled, or having trouble concentrating or sleeping
Common Causes of Dizziness and Imbalance There are a number of potential causes of dizziness and imbalance. The most common causes of related to the inner ear are: Benign Paroxsymal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) Labyrinthitis and Vestibular Neuronitis Migraine Meniere’s Disease There are also a number of causes that are not related to inner ear problems
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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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