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Gonorrhoea
Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection and is caused by a bacteria. Learn about the symptoms of gonorrhoea, how to treat it and how to avoid getting it.
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Bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is not a sexually transmitted infection. It's an imbalance of the usual bacteria found in the vagina.
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Synthetic cannabinoids (Spice)
Information on synthetic cannabinoids, which are man-made drugs originally designed to mimic the effects of cannabis. This includes advice on the risks of taking synthetic cannabinoids and where to get support related to drug use.
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MDMA (Ecstasy)
Information on MDMA which is the active ingredient normally found in ecstasy pills, including the risks, what to do in an emergency and where to get support.
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Heroin
Heroin is a highly addictive drug that can cause physical dependency. Get information on the risk of taking heroin, what to do in an emergency and where to get support.
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Cannabis
Information on cannabis, including the risk factors and where to get support related to drug use.
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Advice if you inject drugs
What you should know if you are an injecting drug user, including advice about drug injection and avoiding overdose.
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Ultrasound scan
An ultrasound scan, sometimes called a sonogram, is a procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves to create an image of part of the inside of the body. Find out more about what an ultrasound scan is used for and what happens during one.
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Realistic Medicine
NHS Scotland has a realistic medicine approach which puts you at the centre of decisions about your care. Find out what realistic medicine is and how it affects you.
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Volunteering with the NHS
Around 8,000 people give their time and commitment to volunteer for the NHS in Scotland. Get information on the benefits of volunteering and how to become a volunteer with the NHS.