NHS Fife

If you are experiencing despair or distress please call NHS 24 on 111, Samaritans on 116 123 or Breathing Space on 0800 838 587.

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❄️ Protect yourself ahead of winter.

Open access vaccination clinics are running across Fife, making it easy to get your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, with no appointment needed.

Simply drop in to one of our clinics at a time that suits you.

Visit: https://t.co/tRRvddVsSz

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The team at Whyteman’s Brae Hospital’s Ravenscraig Ward have welcomed their latest intake of newly registered nurses, with homemade themed cakes specially prepared by Charge Nurse Jo. 🧁

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People across Fife are invited to attend our Annual Review and put your questions directly to our senior leaders.

📅 Thursday 26 November
🕚 11am (registration from 10.30am)
📍 Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries

More: https://t.co/Uv9pJdEzCm

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🐶 Bluey and Bingo have paid a special visit to our children's ward as part of #PlayInHealthcareWeek.

Their visit brought plenty of smiles, laughter and excitement.

Patients, families, and staff were delighted to meet them, and they certainly brightened everyone's day.

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Every women experiences menopause differently.

Dr Sigi Joseph speaks about some of the physical symptoms of menopause and what to do if you’re struggling with them.

Support is available.

To find out more, visit https://t.co/NROdOltSMy

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We've successfully carried out our first robot-assisted radical cystectomy.

It's one of the most complex procedures performed in urology and a significant step forward in the development of robotic surgery in Fife.

Read more: https://t.co/MTQwAxXjUD

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⚠️ Patient Hub will be unavailable due to scheduled maintenance from 9.30am on Wednesday 7 October until 6pm on Thursday 8 October.

During this period, you will not be able to access the portal or respond to any notifications sent through the service.

https://t.co/FYhU0Tb5C2

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During menopause women can experience a range of psychological and physical symptoms.

Psychological symptoms can include anxiety, irritability and low mood.

Knowing the signs can help you navigate this life transition with more confidence.

https://t.co/NROdOltSMy

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Many medical practices will be closed on Monday 5 October for the local Bank Holiday.

Some community pharmacies and the Walk-In Service (Urgent Care) at Randolph Wemyss Memorial Hospital will also be closed.

💊 Check pharmacy opening times near you: https://t.co/lQxWrOR8Rj

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You don't have to manage persistent pain on your own.

Support can come in many forms.

NHS Fife Pain Talking site brings together information and resources to help people living with persistent pain.

Find the support that's right for you. https://t.co/9kgSCTNiY1

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Your smile is worth protecting.

Up to a third of all dental injuries in the UK happen during sport.

Wearing a mouthguard can help:

✔ Protect your teeth
✔ Reduce injuries to your lips and gums

Visit: https://t.co/8xHiFJ2aXw

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We'd like to hear about what matters most to you and how the service can best meet the needs of communities.

📋 Complete our short survey: https://t.co/tNRIto7tPr

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Pain may be part of your life, but it does not define who you are.

Living with long-term pain can change how you do things, but it doesn't take away your identity, your value, or the things that matter to you.

https://t.co/JW1adbD8q2 and https://t.co/WXKwJQBrHZ

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This Organ and Tissue Donation Week falls during National Eye Health Week too.

There's currently a shortage of donor corneas in Scotland. Recording your decision could give someone the gift of sight. Find out more at https://t.co/ltPMV7Ulaa

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Persistent pain can change your life - but understanding your pain can be an first step towards taking back control.

Sometimes treatments don't provide the answers we hope for. Learning more and exploring what helps can make a difference. https://t.co/9kgSCTNiY1

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If your child plays contact sport, a mouthguard should be part of their kit.

Dental injuries can happen in an instant and may require extensive treatment.

A mouthguard can help protect their developing smile and give you peace of mind on the sidelines. https://t.co/8xHiFJ2aXw

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Pregnant women are more at risk of becoming seriously ill from flu.

If you're offered the flu vaccine, you've got a reason to get it. For more information and to book an appointment visit: https://t.co/rnzZ64Gcv5

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On Thursday (17 Sep) NHS Fife and partner agencies will carry out a planned emergency preparedness exercise at the Victoria Hospital.

The exercise will test our response to a simulated hazardous materials incident.

https://t.co/QLsKHLkIq4

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Pain is personal, but it doesn't have to be a silent struggle.

Today's evidence shows that the best support often combines physical, psychological, and lifestyle approaches to help people improve their quality of life and daily function.

https://t.co/5alNzpQgsl

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When it comes to managing persistent pain, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.

Medication can help some people, but it isn't the only option.

Visit https://t.co/9kgSCTNiY1