Come along on Thursday 9 May, 12-3pm to celebrate Learning Disability Weeks. The event is happening at Meadowbank Sports Centre Main Hall. So pop in, connect with others, and find out more about the support available in your community #LearningDisabilityWeek

Join our health and social care team and make a difference every day. We're hiring general and mental health nurses in multiple roles across Edinburgh. Find out more and apply - apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?…

Take part in a local parkrun UK event on 4 May to mark International Day of the Midwife #IDM2024 and 11 May for International Nurses Day #IND2024 .

Steps for dealing with stress - #BSL video
This video has breathing and relaxation exercises to help regain control of your own feelings and thoughts.

#Stress #MentalHealthHelp #Relaxation #BreathingExercises
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Do you know that hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to stop infection spreading? Always perform #handhygiene and take care of your skin using our step-by-step guide: nipcm.hps.scot.nhs.uk/chapter-1-stan…

#ItsOKtoAsk !
When you understand what's going on with your health, you can make better decisions around your care and treatment.

For more info on questions to ask at your next appointment visit: nhsinform.scot/its-ok-to-ask

GP practices and many community pharmacies won't be available on Monday 6th May 📅

If you need a prescription, please arrange to collect before then💊

If you need urgent medical care over the weekend, contact NHS 24 on 111 or visit ow.ly/Zscz50R1k8K

Are you interested in a job in care? Come along to our event on Wednesday 15 May to find jobs helping people in your local area. It's happening at Waverley Court, 4 East Market Street, Edinburgh EH8 8BG, 3 and 6pm. For more info and to register, go to edinburghhsc.scot/joinourteam

It’s important to make sure you do your bowel screening test correctly. Instructions are included in the kit.

More information and a ‘how to’ video 📹 can be found at nhsinform.scot/bowelscreening
#BowelScreeningScotland

#ItsOKtoAsk ! When you understand what's going on with your health, you can make better decisions around your care and treatment. For more info on questions to ask at your next appointment visit👉 nhsinform.scot/its-ok-to-ask

People aged 12+ with a weakened immune system are eligible for the COVID-19 spring vaccine. If your or your child’s appointment date, time or venue doesn’t suit, you can reschedule your appointment at 🔗nhsinform.scot/springvaccine or call 📲 0800 030 8013 for children under 12.

#OneThing we want to share with you this #BowelCancer AwarenessMonth is Bowel Cancer UK’s message – the earlier #BowelCancer is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be.

Learn more about the possible symptoms of the disease: bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-ca…

Eid Mubarak to our colleagues, friends and communities who are celebrating Eid today. We hope you have a wonderful and blessed day!

Do you have experience of working in care? Join our health and social care team and make a difference every day. We're hiring Social Care Workers in multiple roles across Edinburgh. Find out more and apply - myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/city-…

Join our health and social care team and make a difference every day. We're hiring Social Care Assistants in multiple roles across Edinburgh. Find out more and apply - myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/city-…

Quitting smoking isn’t easy. Often it can take a few attempts.

Get help with free support.

With #QuitYourWay you’re more likely to stop – and stay stopped.

Get started and self-refer at tinyurl.com/qywlothian

#ItsOKtoAsk ! When you understand what's going on with your health, you can make better decisions around your care and treatment. For more info on questions to ask at your next appointment visit👉 nhsinform.scot/its-ok-to-ask

Happy Monday everyone!

Here are some creative ideas and local projects to you can get involved in to kickstart your week with motivation: ithriveedinburgh.org.uk/self-help/tips…

Did you know getting creative can boost your mood and help you destress.

Feeling stressed sometimes is normal, but it's essential to know when it's becoming a problem. Too much stress can affect your mind and body.

To help you manage stress better during #StressAwarenessMonth , here are our tips 👉bit.ly/4an2uka

Last chance to apply! 📢 Join our team as Service Director of Strategic Planning and lead on all aspects of strategic planning, capacity planning and commissioning of the services delegated to the EIJB.

Apply now👉 apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?…