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Waiting times for children's mental health service have seen a reduction, says NHS Highland chief

Waiting times for children's mental health service have seen a reduction, says NHS Highland chief

Waiting times for children's mental health service have seen a reduction, says NHS Highland chief

23 March 2023

Waiting times for young people to see a mental health specialist in the Highlands are reducing – although some are waiting more than three years.


Ross care home closures 'devastating and disruptive' - MSP

Ross care home closures 'devastating and disruptive' - MSP

Ross care home closures 'devastating and disruptive' - MSP

23 March 2023

Care sector reform must be on the agenda of the new Scottish Government formed next week, the local MSP says.


Hero medic jets to Malawi to assist in cyclone aftermath

Hero medic jets to Malawi to assist in cyclone aftermath

Hero medic jets to Malawi to assist in cyclone aftermath

22 March 2023

An Inverness medic has flown out to Malawi to help in the aftermath of a major natural disaster.


UPDATE: Ward at Inverness hospital reopens after scabies outbreak

UPDATE: Ward at Inverness hospital reopens after scabies outbreak

UPDATE: Ward at Inverness hospital reopens after scabies outbreak

20 March 2023

A ward at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness has now reopened after being closed to an outbreak of scabies.


Scottish ambulance crews now trained in distributing life-saving Naloxone for opioid overdose

Scottish ambulance crews now trained in distributing life-saving Naloxone for opioid overdose

Scottish ambulance crews now trained in distributing life-saving Naloxone for opioid overdose

20 March 2023

All active crews at the Scottish Ambulance Service have now been trained to supply life-saving Take Home Naloxone (THN) kits.


Scabies outbreak results in Highland hospital ward closure

Scabies outbreak results in Highland hospital ward closure

Scabies outbreak results in Highland hospital ward closure

20 March 2023

A ward at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness remains closed to new admissions due to an outbreak of scabies.


Ward at Raigmore Hospital remains closed due to scabies outbreak

Ward at Raigmore Hospital remains closed due to scabies outbreak

Ward at Raigmore Hospital remains closed due to scabies outbreak

20 March 2023

A ward at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness remains closed to new admissions due to an outbreak of scabies.


First Minister hopefuls discuss mental health and maternity services in Highlands

First Minister hopefuls discuss mental health and maternity services in Highlands

First Minister hopefuls discuss mental health and maternity services in Highlands

19 March 2023

Healthcare was among the major topics at the Inverness Courier Leadership Debate.


WATCH: 4 beautiful walks through the Highland landscape

WATCH: 4 beautiful walks through the Highland landscape

WATCH: 4 beautiful walks through the Highland landscape

18 March 2023

WITH the clocks set to leap forward in a week, there's not been a better time to enjoy a beautiful Highland walk. Here are just some options...


An Inverness grandmother is fighting for her rights to bring essential tremor trauma into the spotlight

An Inverness grandmother is fighting for her rights to bring essential tremor trauma into the spotlight

An Inverness grandmother is fighting for her rights to bring essential tremor trauma into the spotlight

18 March 2023

Mary Ramsay brought her 'Essential Tremor' campaign to the Scottish Parliament accompanied by the National Tremor Foundation and fellow patients.


Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust to proceed with community garden project after £325k funding award

Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust to proceed with community garden project after £325k funding award

Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust to proceed with community garden project after £325k funding award

18 March 2023

The funds will be used to deliver a new project – Kyle FEEDS (Food, Environment & Exercise: Delivering Sustainability).


All are welcome at Women's Wellness Festival on Sunday

All are welcome at Women's Wellness Festival on Sunday

All are welcome at Women's Wellness Festival on Sunday

17 March 2023

A special free event takes place at Lyth Arts Centre on Sunday (March 19) called the Women’s Wellbeing Festival.


New fund launched for green health projects across the Highlands

New fund launched for green health projects across the Highlands

New fund launched for green health projects across the Highlands

17 March 2023

A new fund for green health projects in the Highlands is now open for applications.


Healthcare hero of the year awarded to Raigmore trauma surgeon Andy Kent OBE

Healthcare hero of the year awarded to Raigmore trauma surgeon Andy Kent OBE

Healthcare hero of the year awarded to Raigmore trauma surgeon Andy Kent OBE

13 March 2023

Mr Kent has travelled to war and disaster zones in order to lend his medical expertise to those in need.


WATCH: Highland woman backs 'early bird' cancer campaign: 'Early diagnosis saves lives – please don't delay'

WATCH: Highland woman backs 'early bird' cancer campaign: 'Early diagnosis saves lives – please don't delay'

WATCH: Highland woman backs 'early bird' cancer campaign: 'Early diagnosis saves lives – please don't delay'

13 March 2023

The Ardross woman said: 'Early diagnosis saves lives, so please, if you are putting off making an appointment, don’t.'


Highland centre set to transform lives of young people with complex needs

Highland centre set to transform lives of young people with complex needs

Highland centre set to transform lives of young people with complex needs

12 March 2023

A new development in Inverness will be “truly transformational” for children and young people with severe learning disabilities and complex needs.


WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

12 March 2023

A HIGHLAND charity couriering vital medical supplies across the region was named Charitable Organisation of the Year at the Highland Heroes.


WATCH: Super carer gives shout out to "bestie" as she picks up Highland Hero award

WATCH: Super carer gives shout out to "bestie" as she picks up Highland Hero award

WATCH: Super carer gives shout out to "bestie" as she picks up Highland Hero award

12 March 2023

Louise Borland scooped carer of the year for her work with a young boy she calls her best friend.


Final residents leave Ullapool care home ahead of closure as community demands action on future provision

Final residents leave Ullapool care home ahead of closure as community demands action on future provision

Final residents leave Ullapool care home ahead of closure as community demands action on future provision

10 March 2023

The last three remaining residents of a Wester Ross care home have been transferred ahead of its closure.


‘People in the Highlands need Archie Foundation’s aid more than ever’

‘People in the Highlands need Archie Foundation’s aid more than ever’

‘People in the Highlands need Archie Foundation’s aid more than ever’

06 March 2023

A drive to provide more emergency support to children and families when they need it most is being launched.


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