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Meet the ‘cast’ of CLOD, SNODs and TROD filming a DCD simulation training resource yesterday, all happily back to our real jobs today! @NHSBT #collaboration #sharedlearning

1) To celebrate #GreenHealthWeek, today we’re hosting a workshop for the Green Health Learning Network focused on #NatureIsForEveryone. We're learning about projects that help diverse communities connect with nature and some of our event guests told us what nature means to them.

This week is #DeafAwarenessWeek. Here are some communication tips to help you #BeDeafAware. It's important to ask the person you’re communicating with what their preferences are and if they have tips they find helpful. For more advice, visit rnid.org.uk/information-an…

Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Chair to the board of @NHSForthValley. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a keen understanding of Scotland’s health and social care environment. Apply now: ow.ly/Rsnw50VtIuW #PublicAppointment

Closing soon! Are you a strategic leader who is passionate about the effective delivery of health and social care? Ministers are seeking to appoint a new chair to the board of NHS Dumfries & Galloway. Learn more: ow.ly/5GTH50VcGsO #PublicAppointments

In Scotland, more than 3 in 4 men eligible for routine abdominal aortic aneurysm screening were tested in the last year. An aneurysm of any size was detected in only 1 in 100 men who attended their first appointment. Read our latest annual report at: ow.ly/ja0g50VfA1R

Blood cancer symptoms can vary depending on the type. Contact your GP if you have any persistent or worrying symptoms. It might not be cancer, but it's always best to get checked. #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth Find out more on @bloodcancer_uk.

It’s #YouthMentalHealthDay, and this year’s theme is #ControlYourScroll! In the digital age, it’s easy to get caught in the scroll. 👉 Set screen time limits, unplug, and be mindful of how social media affects your mental wellbeing. #YMHD2024 #YouthMentalHealth @stem4org 💜

If you see someone with any of the signs or symptoms of a stroke, remember to Act F.A.S.T. F – Face (has their face fallen on one side?) A – Arms (can they raise both arms and keep them there?) S – Speech (is it slurred?) T – Time to call 999 nhs.uk/actFAST

#BeTheEarlyBird and get unusual persistent symptoms checked. Your GP practice wants to know. Find information on possible symptoms at getcheckedearly.org

We're all loving this wee blast of sunshine we're getting, BUT you cannot deny the calendar... Autumn is officially here! 🍂🍂 We know our stocks can dip at this time of year, read more to find out why and how you can help: scotblood.co.uk/news/five-reas…

Support your local community. Learn CPR. Join us live on 10th Oct for Restart a Heart Live. #RSAHLive

We can't believe it's less than two weeks until #SpeakUpWeek 🥳 Looking forward to hearing from NHS organisations about how you'll mark it. Don’t forget to tell us your plans! Check out our website for events, tips and more to come: inwo.spso.org.uk/speak-week

🚨It’s back!!🚨 @R4R2024 from 21st-29th September, register and plan your ventures!

Just 10 days until #TurnThePeaksPink we have a group of donor families, transplant recipients, Specialist Nurses, Clinical Leads and Organ Donation Committee Chairs climbing Ben Nevis on the 27th Sept #youcandoit ⛰️

🎉 #OrganDonationWeek starts next week! 🎉 This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of the NHS Organ Donor Register. 💙 Together we can bring hope to the 7,600 people waiting for a life-saving transplant and their families. Find out more: orlo.uk/3hl7T

There's now a vaccine that helps protect against RSV. In this video, Dr Mike Coates explains what RSV is, what the common symptoms are and how getting the vaccination can help provide protection against RSV. Visit nhsinform.scot/rsv-adult for more information. #RSVvaccineScot

Today is World Sepsis Day - an opportunity to unite in the fight against sepsis. For sepsis support and resources, head to: sepsistrust.org/get-support/ For more details on how you can get involved in #WorldSepsisDay, head to: worldsepsisday.org #PreventSepsis

Social activities like going on a walk or meeting for a coffee with someone living with dementia can help alleviate symptoms of depression and agitation Reducing these could help them stay well for longer. Go to nhsinform.scot/RethinkDementia for more info

Whooping cough is serious. The first symptoms include a runny nose, red and watery eyes, a sore throat and a slightly raised temperature. For more information on the signs and symptoms of whooping cough, visit nhsinform.scot/whoopingcoughs… #WhoopingCoughScot