Scotland has launched its first major television campaign on HIV awareness since the UK Government’s Don’t Die Of Ignorance campaign featuring falling tombstones 40 years ago. The new campaign aims to challenge the stigma and misinformation that still surround the virus and inform viewers that people with HIV can...
The Right Care Right Place campaign aims to reduce the pressure on A&E departments and direct people to the most appropriate healthcare settings.
What is the Right Care Right Place campaign?
The Right Care Right Place campaign is a public information and awareness campaign launched by the Scottish Government ahead...
A doctor in Scotland has been suspended and investigated for failing to follow up on the results of colonoscopies he performed on thousands of patients, some of whom developed cancer and died.
What is a colonoscopy and why is it important?
A colonoscopy is a procedure that uses a thin, flexible...
What are ultra-processed foods and why are they harmful?
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are foods that have undergone industrial processing and contain additives, such as sugar, salt, fat, preservatives, and flavor enhancers. Examples of UPFs include ice cream, crisps, mass-produced bread, breakfast cereals, and ready meals.
UPFs are widely consumed around the...
A team of researchers from Edinburgh University has developed a scalpel that can measure the amount of force applied by surgeons during procedures. The scalpel could be used to assess and improve the skills of trainees and pave the way for robotic surgery.
How the scalpel works
The scalpel has a...
A former drug addict who has been clean for more than six months has spoken out about his experience and the need for more support and understanding for people struggling with substance abuse.
How a pain medication led to a long battle with addiction
Corey Pearson, who suffers from chronic and...
NHS Lothian, a health board in Scotland, has announced that it will take steps to address its historical ties to the slave trade. The decision comes after a two-year research project that revealed the extent of the board’s involvement in slavery and its impact on the health sector.
How NHS...
Scientists have warned that Scotland is facing a “ticking timebomb” of increased cancer rates, as new research suggests that the number of Scots being diagnosed with cancer could surge by almost a quarter in less than two decades.
The projections of cancer cases in Scotland
According to a report from Public...
Corn starch craving among women is not an uncommon phenomenon. It's not just a random craving, but there are several reasons for it. Corn starch is a fine powder that serves as a thickening agent in cooking and baking, providing a smooth texture to sauces, gravies, and desserts. In...
As we age, our bodies undergo various changes, and one of the most common problems faced by the elderly is hyponatremia, which is a condition characterized by low sodium levels in the blood. Sodium plays a crucial role in maintaining fluid balance in our bodies, and a deficiency can...