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Weekend: Friday 6pm-Monday 6am

This service is for people in Scotland

  • 30th January 2024

    20 Years of Breathing Space

    February 1st (Breathing Space Day) marks a significant moment for mental health support in Scotland as Breathing Space, the free, confidential telephone service, celebrates its 20th anniversary. Breathing Space is delivered by NHS 24, which is Scotland’s provider of digital and telephone-based health and care services. Launched in 2004, the service has grown to become a vital lifeline for countless individuals across the country, offering a listening ear, practical advice, and essential suppo ...

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