24th -30th April 2024 is World Immunisation Week. Vaccines have been crucial in protecting the health of people worldwide. When we were hit by the Covid pandemic in 2020, there was no […]
World Health Organisation (WHO) #OnThisDay
On 7th of April 1948 the World Health Organisation (WHO) was formed. The organisation is part of the United Nations with its focus on public health. The constitution of the World Health […]
Vaccination Clinics & updates for #Covid and #Flu
NHS Orkney continues to vaccinate against both Flu and Covid, recognising both can be serious, even for healthy people. If you are eligible for vaccination and have missed your appointment, or you […]
Emma Roddick MSP: ‘Ensuring children have the best start in life’
When the Baby Box was piloted in Orkney in early 2017, it was hailed as a great success. First Minister at the time, Nicola Sturgeon, said Scotland’s Baby Box was ‘a strong […]
The Challenges Families in Scotland Have in Eating Well Explored in New Research
Children and young people in Scotland are being asked to complete a survey about what they eat. The research being carried out by the Global Academy of Agriculture and Food Systems at […]
Weekly Update For #Covid & #Flu
Waste Water Analysis Published data to pinpoint fragments of coronavirus’ RNA in local waste water samples continues to show positive levels throughout Scotland. Information from the area covered by Kirkwall’s waste water system […]
Half of Scots Eating Out-Of-Date Food : #Costoflivingcrisis
“ the cost of living crisis is driving consumer behaviour with the potential to negatively impact public health.” Jacqui McElhiney, Head of Science at FSS
Carecircle: The Tech to Improve Health
“I’d like the app to become the go-to place for people’s health. ” – Jorinde Gessner
Addition of Folic Acid to Non-Wholemeal Wheat Flour & Bread: Have Your Say
The intention of the measure is to help prevent neural tube defects in foetuses.
Smoking Ban In Force In Hospital Grounds
A ban comes in place today, 5th of September 2022, on smoking within hospital grounds.