Translated Patient Information

The translated patient information on these pages focuses on reproductive, emotional and sexual health, in line with the work carried out by the Sandyford.

The information has been compiled by the Sandyford Library & Information Service.

Where we have been unable to find information in a particular language from an NHS source we have provided a link to a resource produced outside the UK.  This information is provided for general information purposes only: contact details will not be relevant and information on prescribing, medical procedures, legal information etc may not be relevant to the UK.

Interpreting Service Patient Information Leaflets (NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde): what to expect, how to use the serive, what to expect from NHS staff.
Languages: 
Arabic; Chinese; Kurdish; Polish; Punjabi; Slovak; Somali; Urdu

Information in Accessible Formats
Resources providing the following statement: "If you require information in an accessible format, such as large print or braille, or in a community language, please use the contact details on your patient information leaflet or letter"
Formats / Languages: Multi-language version; Audio version; Word and pictures versions in English; Simplified Chinese; Urdu; Polish; Punjabi; Arabic
Access all of the above from the Equalities In Health Patient Information page

information on breast, cervical and bowel cancer and links to other sources of information 

Resources on 

information on contraception and reproductive health 

information on emotional health 

information on HIV and Aids 

Interpreting Service This page gives information on the NHS GG&C Interpeting Service and how to access it.  It also provides leaflets to download that explain to patients what the service is and what they can expect. These leaflets... 

information on Sexual Health 

information on sexual orientation 

Gender dysphoria (NHS Choices, 2008 HTML) Translations are available in Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, French, Gujarati, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Somali, Spanish, Turkish, Urdu. Video: Gender dysphoria 

information on rape and sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, safety