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Vintage gas masks and asbestos

21 Mar 2019

Concerns have been raised about the sale of WW II gas masks on the internet. World War II gas masks may contain asbestos, a substance that is harmful to health. Exposure to asbestos can cause diseases...

Publication of the seasonal respiratory report for the week ending 17 March 2019

21 Mar 2019

This report provides an update on influenza and other seasonal respiratory pathogen activity for the week ending 17 March 2019. View the report on our website...

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Welcome to our new HPS website

Following a successful release of a beta version of our website we are now launching it as our new HPS Website.

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.

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