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Guide
BCG vaccine
The BCG vaccine (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) helps protect your baby against tuberculosis (TB). Find out more about the vaccine, and when and where to get it.
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Five steps to mental wellbeing
Steps you can take to help you feel happier and more positive.
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What to expect after immunisation: Young people
As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with the vaccines used for NHS vaccinations. Find out about the common side effects of immunisations.
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What to expect after immunisation: Babies and children up to 5 years
As with any medicine, there are possible side effects of vaccines used for immunisation. Find out about the common side effects after NHS vaccinations in babies and young children up to 5 years of age.
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Your blood count, blood group and Rhesus status
During your pregnancy you'll have a blood test to find out your blood count, blood group and Rhesus status. Find out how your results can affect the health of your baby.
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Children and adults without a fully working spleen (Asplenia)
People without a fully working spleen are at increased risk of some life-threatening infections. Find out which vaccinations you should have if you don't have a spleen, or your spleen doesn't work properly.
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Everything you need to know about teeth
Healthy teeth are important for overall health. Learn about milk teeth, adult teeth, wisdom teeth and the different parts of your teeth
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Immunising your child
Immunisation is a way of protecting against serious diseases. Once we've been immunised, our bodies are better able to fight these diseases. Find out when and why your child will be immunised in Scotland
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Benefits of immunisation
Immunisation's a way of protecting against serious diseases. Once immunised, our bodies are better able to fight these diseases. Find out how immunisation eliminates disease and why you should get immunised.
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Low mood and depression
Learn what you can do if you are experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. This includes advice on when to seek help and what treatments are available.