As the days get longer and the flowers begin to bloom, many of us look forward to enjoying the warmer weather. However, for some, this beautiful season can bring with it the unwelcome symptoms of hay fever. Hay fever, also known as seasonal allergic rhinitis, is a common allergic reaction to pollen from grasses, trees, and weeds. It can affect people of all ages and can make everyday activities …
Help with symptoms at home
Sometimes the key to our recovery lies with us. For example, if you have a minor illness or a less serious injury, then self-care at home is the best option. Symptom checker NHS Inform has self-help guides. These guides use set of questions similar to those that your GP or a call handler from NHS 24 would ask to establish the seriousness of your health complaint. See some of the most common …
Get the support you need to stop smoking
Quit Your Way Scotland is an advice and support service for anyone trying to stop smoking in Scotland. You can contact Quit Your Way Scotland for free by: phoning a Quit Your Way Scotland adviser on 0800 84 84 84 chatting online with a Quit Your Way Scotland adviser The helpline service is open: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm The webchat service is open within those times …