When a friend or relative is diagnosed with dementia, it’s natural not to know what to do. But, helping someone stay connected and socially active can help them stay well for longer. It’s time to rethink dementia. Living with dementia In Scotland, dementia currently effects an estimated … [Read more...]

The flu vaccine helps protect against flu, which can be a serious or life-threatening illness. It’s offered on the NHS every year in autumn or early winter to people at higher risk of getting seriously ill from flu. Who will be offered the flu vaccine The flu vaccine is offered to adults who … [Read more...]

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a virus that can affect the lungs and airways. In most people, RSV causes mild cold-like symptoms. Occasionally, RSV can cause severe lung infections. These can include: — bronchiolitis (an infection of the small airways in the lungs)— pneumonia RSV … [Read more...]