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@nhsdg.co.ukThe 2026/27 winter vaccination programme is now underway across Dumfries and Galloway, with invitations being sent out in stages.
This video explains who is eligible for flu and COVID vaccination, when you can expect to hear from us and why taking up the offer is so important.
@nhsdg.co.ukSevere pressures affecting services health and social care services across Dumfries and Galloway were a key focus of discussion at Monday's meeting of the NHS Board.
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@nhsdg.co.ukHEALTH officials are urging people who are eligible for flu and COVID-19 vaccination to take up the offer this winter and help protect themselves from serious illness.
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dghscp.co.uk/people-urged...
@nhsdg.co.ukFactors in life like sleep, movement, stress, mood can all affect how our nervous system responds to pain. Things you do every day can influence your chronic pain.
Browse the "Experience of Pain" section of the NHS DG Chronic Pain Team website to find out more dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain...
@nhsdg.co.ukPacing helps you balance activity and rest so you can do more of what matters—without worsening your chronic pain.
Look at our Resource pack for chronic heath conditions in the "Live well with pain through self management" section of the website dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain-team/
@nhsdg.co.ukPain isn't always visible.
People living with chronic pain may be managing symptoms every day, even when there are no obvious signs.
Taking the time to listen, understand, and support someone can make a real difference.
👉 Find more information and support: dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain...
@nhsdg.co.ukMedicine used for long‑term pain can cause problems such as tiredness, poor concentration, or dizziness. Sometimes it may be doing more harm than good.
We can help you look at what is and isn’t working - or ask your GP or practice pharmacist for a review. Find out more:
dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain...
@nhsdg.co.uk❌Myth: “There’s a treatment out there that will make my chronic pain go away completely.”
✔Fact: Surgery and medications can help some types of pain, but many people see more improvement from understanding and managing their pains.
👉 Learn more by watching our video www.youtube.com/watch?v=muA4...
@nhsdg.co.ukThe Chronic Pain Team website can help you understand pain and discover resources, including podcasts, videos and apps, that really make a difference.
And our Community Link Workers can connect you to resources in the community that may help. Full details here:
dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain...
@nhsdg.co.ukMyth: If you live with chronic pain, you should avoid movement.
Fact: Gentle, paced activity can help reduce pain and increase mobility.
If you’re unsure where to start, dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain-team provides tools, advice and videos. And visit dgdoingmore.co.uk/ for activity opportunities
@nhsdg.co.uk"🌟 Living with pain? You don’t have to manage it alone.
Getting support early can help you stay active, connected and involved in daily life.
👉 Explore the "What services are there for people living with chronic pain?" and "Useful links" sections of our website at dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain...
@nhsdg.co.ukChronic pain isn’t just “pain that lasts a long time” — it’s linked to how the nervous system processes signals.
This short video explains it in a simple, helpful way: Brainman Understanding pain
🎥 Watch the video now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_3p...
@nhsdg.co.uk❌ Myth: “Chronic pain means something is damaged”
✔️ Fact: Long‑term pain often continues even after tissues have healed
Our videos and resources explain this in an easy‑to‑understand way.
👉 Learn more in our website's "What is Chronic Pain" section: dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain...
@nhsdg.co.ukChronic pain affects 38% of adults in Scotland — but you don’t have to manage it alone.
Over the next 4 weeks, we’ll be sharing:
Information about pain
Helpful tips
Myths vs facts about chronic pain
Find more information, help and support at
dghscp.co.uk/chronic-pain...
