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Publication of the seasonal respiratory report for the week ending 16 June 2019

20 Jun 2019

This report provides an update on influenza and other seasonal respiratory pathogen activity for the week ending 16 June 2019. View the report on our website....

New children’s hydration campaign launched

18 Jun 2019

The Scottish Urinary Tract Infection Network (SUTIN+), which is part of Health Protection Scotland’s Community Health Protection Programme, has launched a children’s hydration campaign – Think2DrinkH20...

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National Infection Prevention Control Manual (NIPCM)

The NIPCM is the nationally endorsed evidence based practice guide for infection prevention and control in Scotland. It is mandatory for NHSScotland staff and best practice for other care settings.

Children’s hydration campaign launched

Find out more about our new children’s hydration campaign, Think2DrinkH20 – highlighting the importance of good hydration for children and young people.

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