Small Changes, Big Difference - NHS Borders

08/04/2026

People living in Scotland aged 50 to 74 are sent a home bowel screening test every two years. The test can be done in the privacy of your home and returned using the pre-paid envelope provided.

To find out more, visit www.nhsinform.scot/bowelscreening

30/03/2026

26/03/2026

Do you fancy being a Walk It Walk Leader Volunteer, details of walk leader training noted below.

WALK IT are delighted to offer Walk Leader Training - become a certified Walking Scotland Walk Leader for Walk It - training is free - training is online on Teams - we will help you get set-up if you need us! 30th April 10am-1.30pm - we would love you to join our great gang of Walk Leaders!

Denise

25/03/2026

Ahead of the 20th anniversary of the smoking ban in Scotland this week, we've published a new report that shows the positive impact this decisive measure has had on non-smokers too.

Smoking rates have halved and thousands of lives have been saved as a result, showing that meaningful change is possible.

Read more here: https://publichealthscotland.scot/news/2026/march/the-smoking-ban-has-shown-that-meaningful-change-is-possible/

24/03/2026

19/03/2026

Information on Meningitis if required for anyone.

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

16/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

13/03/2026

Talking about su***de not only reduces the stigma but can also help someone struggling to seek help and rethink their options.

For advice on how to safely open conversations about su***de, visit: https://www.papyrus-uk.org/help-and-advice-resources/

Talking about su***de not only reduces the stigma but can also help someone struggling to seek help and rethink their options.

It is safer to ask about su***de than to avoid the conversation. Language around su***de does need to be approached sensitively. Asking someone if they’re having suicidal thoughts can give them the space to tell you how they feel and let them know they are not a burden.

For advice on how to safely open conversations about su***de, visit: https://www.papyrus-uk.org/help-and-advice-resources/

12/03/2026

Our health is shaped by a range of factors, such as our work, income, housing, education, local environment and community.

Public Health Scotland's new strategy, Together We Can, recognises these factors and sets out how we’ll work with others across Scotland to create a fairer, healthier future for everyone.
Find out more and join us on the journey 🔽
publichealthscotland.scot/10yearstrategy

10/03/2026

A reflection event for people in the Scottish Borders who have been bereaved or affected by su***de will take place on Saturday 14 March at 2pm at The Haining, Selkirk.

Organised by the After a Su***de Working Group, in partnership with NHS Borders and Scottish Borders Council and with support from Samaritans and Survivors of Bereavement by Su***de (SOBS), the event offers a quiet space for remembrance and support and brings together those who have been affected by su***de in any way.

If you are struggling, please reach out to NHS24 on 111, Samaritans on 116 123 or Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87.

👉 More information on the event here: https://www.nhsborders.scot.nhs.uk/.../reflection-event.../

👉 Register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../time-to-reflect-tickets... See less

A reflection event for people in the Scottish Borders who have been bereaved or affected by su***de will take place on Saturday 14 March at 2pm at The Haining, Selkirk.

Organised by the After a Su***de Working Group, in partnership with NHS Borders and Scottish Borders Council and with support from Samaritans and Survivors of Bereavement by Su***de (SOBS), the event offers a quiet space for remembrance and support and brings together those who have been affected by su***de in any way.

If you are struggling, please reach out to NHS24 on 111, Samaritans on 116 123 or Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87.

👉 More information on the event here: https://www.nhsborders.scot.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/latest-news/2026/march/4/reflection-event-in-the-borders-for-people-bereaved-by-su***de/

👉 Register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/time-to-reflect-tickets-1983767883140