NHS Fife

GP practices are taking part in a Protected Learning Time session on Wednesday 18 November between 1pm and 6pm. Practices take part in a number of sessions throughout the year to allow staff to access training. More: brnw.ch/21x6Zex

Lest We Forget. Today, we pause to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice. NHS Fife is proud to support our armed forces on Remembrance Sunday - a national opportunity to remember their service and sacrifice.

❄️ Protect yourself ahead of winter. Open access vaccination clinics are running across Fife next week, making it easy to get your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, with no appointment needed. Simply drop in to one of our sessions at a time that suits you. nhsfife.org/openaccess

Scotland’s NHS Sexual Assault Response Coordination Service is here to support you after rape or sexual assault. It can provide immediate healthcare and, if appropriate, can collect and store forensic evidence for up to 26 months giving you time to decide your next steps.

With winter on the horizon, there are simple steps you can take to stay well. 🦺 Play your part in helping to keep your community safe by sharing this helpful checklist. 👉 nhsfife.org/winter 👉 nhsfife.org/rightcare

🐦 Be the early bird. Sometimes cancer symptoms can seem like something else. If you’re unsure, speak to your GP practice. Learn more: getcheckedearly.org

🗞️ Welcoming our October 2026 arrivals! ✨ Arlo and Ava were the most popular baby names 👶 We welcomed three sets of twins into the world 🗞️ Here are our latest #matstats

It’s Occupational Therapy Week 2026. This year’s theme is “Participation Changes Everything”, celebrating the difference occupational therapists make by helping people take part in the everyday activities that matter to them.

Dry or itchy skin in winter? Your pharmacy is a great first stop for many common skin conditions and health concerns, often offering expert advice and treatment, faster and closer to home. For the right treatment, know before you go. Visit nhsinform.scot/rightcare

People across Fife are invited to attend our Annual Review and put your questions directly to our senior leaders. 📅 Thursday 26 November 🕚 11am (registration from 10.30am) 📍 Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries More: nhsfife.org/ar

Our winter ready pages bring useful information and advice together in one place, including: 💙 Tips for staying well and managing common illnesses 💊 Information on pharmacy, GP and dental services 🧠 Mental health support 📞 Key contacts nhsfife.org/winter

🐦 Be the early bird. It’s understandable to look for answers online. But if something doesn’t feel right, speak to your GP practice. Learn more: getcheckedearly.org

For skin conditions, earache or a sore throat, your pharmacy is often the fastest way to get the expert help you need. Cold, flu or a sore throat? You can often get help and expert advice faster at the pharmacy. Find your nearest pharmacy, visit: nhsinform.scot/rightcare

Winter means more time indoors, where flu can spread more easily. As a social care worker, getting the flu vaccine has lots of benefits but most importantly it will help protect you. Book your appointment at nhsinform.scot/flu

Works to upgrade and replace areas of wastewater pipework at the Victoria Hospital will resume on Monday (26 October). The latest stage of the scheduled upgrading works will take around three weeks to complete. More: brnw.ch/21x6BcU

Unfortunately, this session has had to be cancelled. The team will reschedule for a later date.

A huge thank you to Once a Docker Always a Docker for their fantastic donation of bikes and scooters. We’re incredibly grateful for the donation and for the organisation’s continued support. 💙

Interested in birthing at home? The service hosts informal meet the team sessions and its next meeting will be: 🗓️ Friday 23 October 🕒 10am-12pm 📍 Calders Garden Centre, Cupar 📧 To confirm attendance, please email [email protected] nhsfife.org/homebirth/

Not sure whether you need to go to A&E? Calling 111 helps get you to the right care in the right place, often with a scheduled appointment. You can also use the symptoms checker at nhsinform.scot nhsfife.org/rightcare

Looking for support with your child’s emotional wellbeing or behaviour? The Parent Support and Advice Service is available for parents and carers of children aged 4–17 years in Dunfermline and West Fife. Find out more and learn: accesstherapiesfife.scot.nhs…