Winter illness
Flu cases are rising fast – it is important to protect yourself and those around you. Public Health Scotland (PHS) and the NHS are working hard to deliver the winter vaccination programme. Don’t wait: check if you’re eligible and book or reschedule your appointment today at nhsinform.scot/flu.
Most local pharmacies also offer flu vacs to anyone who isn't eligible under the NHS for a small fee. Find you nearest pharmacy Pharmacies | NHS Inform
To prevent the spread of flu, they continue to recommend regular handwashing and advise people with symptoms of respiratory illness to stay off work and away from hospitals until they are feeling better. Advice on how to recognise and manage flu-like symptoms is available at NHS Inform.
If you are unable to attend work due to illness please remember to follow the university's Sickness Absence procedure
Make sure you have some over-the-counter remedies for common seasonal illnesses in your medicine cabinet. This could include:
- paracetamol and ibuprofen for pain relief - check the label or speak to your pharmacist to check it's suitable for you
- indigestion remedies such as an antacid
- first aid
Remember that medicines go out of date, so don't overstock your medicine cabinet. Always follow the advice on the pack, and if your symptoms continue - or are severe - get further advice.