How can #CommunityWealthBuilding help tackle poverty and reduce health inequalities?

As part of #ChallengePovertyWeek, Dr Rachel McAdams explores how the new Anchors Progression Framework can help organisations turn ambition into action.

🔗 https://ow.ly/Tswh50ZWeXN

You may be invited to attend your breast screening appointment at one of Scotland’s mobile screening units. This short video shows you what to expect.

To find out more visit: nhsinform.scot/breastscreening

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastScreeningScot

As winter approaches, we're restarting our weekly respiratory infection reporting.

Our latest blog explains:
- What's new this year in terms of monitoring
- How you can help stay well this winter

🔗 https://ow.ly/yW7N50ZVL6O

This World Sight Day, take a moment to think about your eye health.

If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it’s recommended you go for your screening appointment. It’s an important part of your NHS diabetic care.

Find out more at https://ow.ly/XUik50ZUxjv

#DESScot

💻Join a webinar on 14 October to hear about new analysis estimating the disease burden attributable to physical inactivity in Scotland.

More info ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/physical-inactivity-mental-health-and-musculoskeletal-health-in-scotland-tickets-1999359542212?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you work in health and social care, you’ve got a reason to get the flu vaccine, as you’re more likely to catch and spread flu.

For more information and to book your appointment visit nhsinform.scot/flu

#FluHitsHarder

This #Stoptober Dr Garth Reid from Public Health Scotland shares 3 things everyone should know about smoking:

1️⃣ 1 in 5 deaths are caused by smoking
2️⃣ The benefits of quitting happen quickly
3️⃣ Free support is ready for you at QuitYourWay.scot

It’s always a good time to quit
#QuitYourWay

On #WorldMeningitisDay, take a moment to check if you or someone you know is eligible for the MenB vaccine.

For more information and to find out if you’re eligible visit nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople

#MenBVaccine

The RSV vaccine is being offered to:
🟢all residents in care homes for older adults
🔵adults aged 75 years and over
🟣adults turning 75 years old between 1 August 2026 and 31 July 2027

Visit nhsinform.scot/rsv-adult for more information.

#RSVvaccineScot

In Scotland, children aged 2-5 (and not yet in school) are being offered the flu vaccine.

Given as a nasal spray, it’s quick and feels just like a tickle in their nose.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu

#WeeScoosh

🎗️October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Most women will have no sign of cancer, but breast screening can find cancers that are too small to see or feel.
That’s why it’s important you attend your appointment when invited.
For more: nhsinform.scot/breastscreening
#BreastScreeningScot

New term, new connections?

Sexual health services in Scotland are free, confidential, and inclusive. Get advice, contraception, and STI testing.

Find your nearest clinic ➡️ https://nhs24.info/servicedirectory

If you're offered a flu vaccine, it's because you're at greater risk of severe illness or can help protect those around you ⬇️

https://publichealthscotland.scot/news/2026/september/those-most-at-risk-of-severe-illness-encouraged-to-get-their-flu-vaccine/

Our annual report on HIV in Scotland shows we’re making great progress towards HIV transmission elimination.

🔹 Of an est. 6,700 people living with HIV, 94% are diagnosed
🔹 98% on treatment are virally suppressed

Read the report 🔽
https://ow.ly/W0wT50ZSy7v

Maternity services have a vital opportunity to identify tobacco dependence and ensure women can access high-quality treatment.

Our new report from a short-life working group sets out practical actions to improve treatment services 🔽

https://ow.ly/nEMK50ZSzOq

In our latest blog, Chief Executive Paul Johnston reflects on what we’ve learned from our partnership with One Parent Families Scotland, from removing barriers to employment to helping people stay, grow and succeed.

Read the blog ➡️ https://ow.ly/YbB450ZRnyy

Just moved for uni or college?

Don’t forget to register with a local GP and dentist. It’s your first step to staying healthy while studying in Scotland.

Find your nearest practice: https://nhs24.info/servicedirectory

Recording your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register, whether you choose to donate or not, remains important. It provides a clear record of your wishes and helps your family understand and respect your choice.

Find out more ➡️ www.organdonation.scot

#OrganDonationWeek

Reducing drug harms requires action across the whole system. Our new blog reflects on Scotland's latest drug-use deaths figures, emerging risks from synthetic drugs such as nitazenes and why preventing harm requires collective action.

Read more 🔽

https://ow.ly/E8jY50ZQte1

Last winter, almost 5,000 adults in Scotland were admitted to hospital as a result of flu.

If you have an underlying health condition, you’ve got a reason to get the flu vaccine.

For more information visit nhsinform.scot/flu

#FluHitsHarder