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Health A-Z
Your complete guide to conditions, symptoms and treatments, including what to do and when to get help.
Medicine A-Z
Find out how your medicine works, how and when to take it, possible side effects and answers to your common questions.
Coronavirus
Get the latest NHS Scotland information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Pregnancy and Baby Guide
Whatever you want to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant or caring for your new baby, you should find it here.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
If you’re feeling stressed, anxious or depressed, or just want to feel happier, we’re here to help.
Other Health Information
National Health Service (NHS)
Practice365
Asthma UK
Diabetes UK
Arthritis Research Campaign
Surgery Door
DVLA Fitness to Drive
BBC Health
Change 4 Life
Patient UK
Age Concern
Samaritans
Embarrassing Problems
Coeliac UK
Healthline
Stroke Association
Multiple Sclerosis
Family Planning
Epilepsy Action
Fit for Travel
Net Doctor
Royal National Institute of Blind People
British Liver Trust
Royal National Institute for Deaf People
National Eczema Society
British Heart Foundation
The Surgery – 01387 244950
NHS 24 – 08454 24 24 24
Local Hospitals
Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary – 01387 246246
Crichton Royal Hospital – 01387 244000
Cresswell Maternity Wing – 01387 246246
Cumberland Hospital – 01228 223444
NHS D&G Appointment Centre – 0845 602 2812
Self-Help Groups
Age Concern – 01387 244300
Citizens Advice – 01387 252456
Cruse – bereavement Care – 01387 250252
Relationship Scotland – 01387 251245
Samaritans – 01387 253555 or 0845 7909090
Smoking Matters – 0845 602 6861