Public Health NHS A&A

01/05/2026

It’s important to make sure you do your bowel screening
test correctly.

Instructions are included in the kit.

More information and a ‘how to’ video can be found at
www.nhsinform.scot/bowelscreening

29/04/2026

🚶‍♀️🌿 Step into May 🌿🚶‍♂️
As part of our May Walking Festival, South Ayrshire Health Walks team is leading a variety of FREE guided walks across South Ayrshire 👇
Come along with Gillian's Walks, to:
✨ Explore South Ayrshire
✨ Meet new people
✨ Boost your wellbeing
✨ Learn about local history
⚠️ Booking is essential
👉 Secure your place here:
🔗 https://clubspark.net/ActiveSouthAyrshire/Walking

Walking Scotland Connect South Ayrshire Sportscotland Sport and Leisure South Ayrshire

🚶‍♀️🌿 Step into May with us! 🌿🚶‍♂️

As part of our May Walking Festival, our South Ayrshire Health Walks team is leading a variety of FREE guided walks across South Ayrshire 👇

Come along with us, and Gillian's Walks, to:

✨ Explore South Ayrshire
✨ Meet new people
✨ Boost your wellbeing
✨ Learn about local history

⚠️ Booking is essential
👉 Secure your place here:
🔗 https://clubspark.net/ActiveSouthAyrshire/Walking



Walking Scotland Connect South Ayrshire Sportscotland Sport and Leisure South Ayrshire

28/04/2026

has launched for 2026. This is a multi-agency partnership and was set up to ensure everyone who visits the Ayrshire coast and beaches during the nicer weather gets there safely, has a fantastic visitor experience, and continues to come back and enjoy all that the coast has to offer.

Partners include Police Scotland Ayrshire, British Transport Police, NHS Ayrshire & Arran, Scottish Ambulance Service, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Coastwatch Scotland Irvine, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, British Red Cross, ScotRail, North Ayrshire Council, East Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council, amongst others.

If you are heading to the beach, remember that hot weather affects the body and can lead to illness. Many of the health risks caused by hot weather are preventable.

Learn more about staying safe this summer: https://orlo.uk/kj7j5

has launched for 2026. This is a multi-agency partnership and was set up to ensure everyone who visits the Ayrshire coast and beaches during the nicer weather gets there safely, has a fantastic visitor experience, and continues to come back and enjoy all that the coast has to offer.

Partners include Police Scotland Ayrshire, British Transport Police, NHS Ayrshire & Arran, Scottish Ambulance Service, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Coastwatch Scotland Irvine, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, British Red Cross, ScotRail, North Ayrshire Council, East Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council, amongst others.

If you are heading to the beach, remember that hot weather affects the body and can lead to illness. Many of the health risks caused by hot weather are preventable.

Learn more about staying safe this summer: https://orlo.uk/kj7j5

24/04/2026

Here's what's on at our Dalmellington Community Hub next Wednesday 29th April.~

22/04/2026

We often assume that close relatives can automatically make decisions on our behalf if something happens to us, but this isn’t true.

Being ‘next of kin’ does not have the same legal decision-making ability as power of attorney.

Find out more at powerofattorneyday.org.uk or www.nahscp.org/protecting-people/power-of-attorney

22/04/2026

Today we mark Power of Attorney Day 2026, we are encouraging all Ayrshire residents to consider putting a Power of Attorney (POA) in place.

If you would like advice or information, please contact our Supported Decision-Making Team on 01292 293822.

🔴 Myth: “I don't have much money, so I don’t need a POA.”
✅ Truth: A POA isn’t just about finances. It also covers welfare decisions and practical tasks like dealing with banks or energy companies if you’re unable to.

Today we mark Power of Attorney Day 2026, we are encouraging all South Ayrshire residents to consider putting a Power of Attorney (POA) in place.

If you would like advice or information, please contact our Supported Decision-Making Team on 01292 293822.

🔴 Myth: “I don't have much money, so I don’t need a POA.”
✅ Truth: A POA isn’t just about finances. It also covers welfare decisions and practical tasks like dealing with banks or energy companies if you’re unable to.

20/04/2026

Online Menopause Café – Free Session

Join Healthy Working Lives Scotland for a friendly, online Menopause Café — a safe space to talk openly about navigating menopause in the workplace.

Menopause Cafés are informal discussion groups:
• open to everyone
• no talks or experts
• topics chosen by participants

The aim is to break down stigma, increase understanding and support each other to stay healthy at work.
🗓 Thursday 28 May
⏰ 12:00

👉 Book your free place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/healthy-working-lives-scotland-online-menopause-cafe-tickets-1986520826267?aff=erellivmlt

18/04/2026

For National Exercise Day
Feel healthier for free, add nature into your day!

🍃"Green health" is the term given to activities that use the natural environment benefiting your physical and mental health.
https://www.greenhealthsa.org.uk/

🌊"Blue health" refers to the positive impact on mental and physical well-being attributed to spending time in or near water.
https://www.bluehealthsa.org.uk/

16/04/2026

Menopause & Brain Health – Free Webinar

Menopause can affect memory, focus and energy levels — but support is available.
Join this free webinar from Healthy Working Lives – Scottish Borders to learn more about:

• how menopause can affect brain health
• simple tips to stay sharp and energised

🗓 Thursday 21 May 13:30 – 14:30 Online

👉 Book your free place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/menopause-brain-health-tickets-1987053313952?aff=oddtdtcreator

15/04/2026

Stress can creep up on us when life gets busy — and we don’t always realise how much it’s affecting us.

This short self‑help video shares simple ways to support your mental health and wellbeing 👇
🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2ni2mY_RpY&t=1s

You can also find helpful tips if you’re feeling low, anxious or stressed on our website 👇
👉 https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/better-health/mental-health-wellbeing/

Small steps can make a big difference. 💙

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

14/04/2026

📣 Changes to employment law – from 1 April

New employment law changes came into effect across the UK from 1 April, including:

• Statutory Sick Pay now paid from day one
• Day‑one rights to Paternity Leave and Unpaid Parental Leave
• Stronger whistleblowing protections

Find out what this means for you 👉

https://www.nhsaaa.net/services/services-a-z/workplace-health-team/

13/04/2026

Here's what's on at Dalmellington Community Hub this Wednesday 15th April