NHS Borders

01/09/2026

In Scotland, children aged 2-5 (and not yet in school) are being offered the flu vaccine.

Given as a nasal spray, it’s quick and feels just like a tickle in their nose.

In the Borders, clinics start next week and we still have appointments available. Book your child in now by calling the Vaccination Hub on 01896 809250.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu

26/08/2026

Did you know that some patients can receive hospital-level care without having to come to hospital?

Hospital at Home supports people to receive treatment and monitoring in their own homes when it is safe and appropriate.

Hear from members of the team about how the service works, the benefits it can bring for patients and families, and find out what people who have experienced the service think below ⬇

26/08/2026

Do you know a young person aged 11–18 in Scotland? 🍎🥤

Food Standards Scotland wants to hear about young people's food and drink choices. Please encourage any young people you know to make their voice heard.

Are you aged 11-18 and live in Scotland? We want to hear from you.

Food Standards Scotland, Public Health Scotland and Young Scot are inviting young people to share their experiences of buying food and drink when out and about or ordering takeaway.

Your feedback will help us better understand the factors that influence food choices and inform future work to create a healthier food environment in Scotland.

🔗 Complete the survey at: https://bit.ly/4bkzlIK

20/08/2026

💙 Nominations for Scotland's Health Awards 2026 close this Sunday!

Help recognise our staff, teams and volunteers who make a real difference every day. Last year, our own Neil Jackson won a national award. Who will you nominate this year?

Submit your nomination before midnight on this Sunday (23 August): www.nationalworldevents.com/sha-2026

19/08/2026

Starting university or college this year? You could be eligible for a free MenB vaccine.

We're running another MenB drop-in clinic on Friday (21 Aug). You may be eligible if:
• You were born between 1 March 2008 and 28 February 2009
• You were in S6 during the 2025/26 school year
• You are under 25 and entering first year at university in 2026/27
• You are under 25 and entering first year at college while living in shared accommodation

Letters have only been sent to those born between 1 March 2008 and 28 February 2009.

If you're eligible through any of the other groups listed above, please either come along to the drop-in clinic or contact the Vaccination Service on 01896 809250 to arrange an appointment.

MenB can cause serious illnesses including meningitis and septicaemia. Two doses, given at least four weeks apart, are needed for full protection.

See the image below for drop-in clinic details.

18/08/2026

Around a third of adults in the Borders are living with obesity, and a further third are overweight.

Supporting people to achieve and maintain a healthy weight is one of the ways we're delivering our Clinical Strategy and helping more people live healthier lives for longer.

We're working with partners across communities and services to support prevention, provide early help, improve access to support and treatment and create environments that make healthy choices easier.

By helping more people achieve and maintain a healthy weight, we can reduce the impact of obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease, improve wellbeing, and support a more sustainable health and care system.

🔗 Read more here -https://www.nhsborders.scot.nhs.uk/media/1159813/CS-Weight-Management-.pdf

18/08/2026

Living with persistent pain? Our Chronic Pain Hubs offer information, support and signposting across the Borders.

Get in touch to book your place at an upcoming session.

14/08/2026

💙 Volunteer with Us 💙

Could you spare a few hours to support patients, visitors and staff across NHS Borders?

We have a range of volunteer opportunities available now with new roles being added over the coming months. No experience is required – just enthusiasm, commitment and a desire to help.

Register your interest today: borders.volunteering.nhs.scot
Or email us at: [email protected] for further information.

13/08/2026

Today we were delighted to welcome local MSPs to the BGH to learn more about the work our Stroke, Maternity and Quality Improvement teams are doing to support people across the Borders!

Pictured left to right are: Danny Bell, Quality Improvement Facilitator; Dr Imogen Hayward, Associate Medical Director and Anaesthetist; Lucy O'Leary, Vice-Chair; Peter Moore, Chief Executive; Duncan Dunlop MSP; Fiona Sandford, Chair; David Kirkwood MSP and Callum Kerr MSP.

13/08/2026

Starting university or college this year? You could be eligible for a free MenB vaccine.

We're running a series of MenB drop-in clinics across the Borders. You may be eligible if:

• You were born between 1 March 2008 and 28 February 2009
• You were in S6 during the 2025/26 school year
• You are under 25 and entering first year at university in 2026/27
• You are under 25 and entering first year at college while living in shared accommodation

Letters have only been sent to those born between 1 March 2008 and 28 February 2009. If you're eligible through any of the other groups listed above, please either come along to one of our drop-in clinics or contact the Vaccination Service on 01896 809250 to arrange an appointment.

MenB can cause serious illnesses including meningitis and septicaemia. Two doses, given at least four weeks apart, are needed for full protection.

See the image below for drop-in clinic dates and times.