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North Coast care home on brink of closure as health manager warns staffing issues are 'acute'

North Coast care home on brink of closure as health manager warns staffing issues are 'acute'

North Coast care home on brink of closure as health manager warns staffing issues are 'acute'

27 January 2023

NHS Highland area manager Kate Kenmure has said the situation at Caladh Sona, located at Talmine, is “precarious”.


Covid and flu vaccination clinic in Golspie now bookable

Covid and flu vaccination clinic in Golspie now bookable

Covid and flu vaccination clinic in Golspie now bookable

26 January 2023

A Covid and flu vaccination clinic scheduled for Golspie on February 17 is no longer a drop-in event, NHS Highland has announced.


Mo Dhachaidh care home in Ullapool set to close as operator Parklands cites 'most challenging economic climate we have ever faced'

Mo Dhachaidh care home in Ullapool set to close as operator Parklands cites 'most challenging economic climate we have ever faced'

Mo Dhachaidh care home in Ullapool set to close as operator Parklands cites 'most challenging economic climate we have ever faced'

26 January 2023

The operator said 'the current economic climate is the most challenging...ever faced' and the decision leaves 14 residents with an uncertain future.


City surgeon in a war zone

City surgeon in a war zone

City surgeon in a war zone

24 January 2023

Andy Kent, who is 58 years old based at Raigmore Hospital, is working with the charity UK-Med for the third time since the Russian invasion.


Sutherland and Caithness vaccination clinics announced for February

Sutherland and Caithness vaccination clinics announced for February

Sutherland and Caithness vaccination clinics announced for February

23 January 2023

Covid and flu vaccination clinics are taking place during February in Brora, Bonar Bridge, Golspie, Melvich, Lochinver, Wick and Thurso.


Easter Ross bird flu surveillance zone flagged

Easter Ross bird flu surveillance zone flagged

Easter Ross bird flu surveillance zone flagged

23 January 2023

A BIRD flu surveillance zone has been established in Easter Ross after confirmation of "a highly pathogenic avian influenza".


'Full service' pledge by NHS Highland after criticism from North Highland Women’s Wellbeing Hub

'Full service' pledge by NHS Highland after criticism from North Highland Women’s Wellbeing Hub

'Full service' pledge by NHS Highland after criticism from North Highland Women’s Wellbeing Hub

21 January 2023

NHS Highland has responded to criticism over its level of care for women in the far north by outlining how it seeks to deliver a "full service".


Campaigners say healthcare services for women in Caithness and Sutherland are 'not safe or ethical'

Campaigners say healthcare services for women in Caithness and Sutherland are 'not safe or ethical'

Campaigners say healthcare services for women in Caithness and Sutherland are 'not safe or ethical'

20 January 2023

Far north health campaigners have reiterated their view that services for women in Caithness and Sutherland are neither safe nor ethical.


Health secretary Humza Yousaf told 'you’ve failed us and you’re a disgrace'

Health secretary Humza Yousaf told 'you’ve failed us and you’re a disgrace'

Health secretary Humza Yousaf told 'you’ve failed us and you’re a disgrace'

19 January 2023

Highland MSP Edward Mountain reveals 2569 patients are on the orthopaedic waiting list


NHS Highland encouraging people not to miss their winter vaccinations for Covid and flu

NHS Highland encouraging people not to miss their winter vaccinations for Covid and flu

NHS Highland encouraging people not to miss their winter vaccinations for Covid and flu

17 January 2023

The health board says there is still time for those eligible to get vaccinations.


Charity ASH Scotland in plea to share quit smoking stories

Charity ASH Scotland in plea to share quit smoking stories

Charity ASH Scotland in plea to share quit smoking stories

17 January 2023

A health charity wants to hear about people's experiences of quitting smoking in the Highlands.


Shorter option introduced for Cape Wrath Ultra running event

Shorter option introduced for Cape Wrath Ultra running event

Shorter option introduced for Cape Wrath Ultra running event

15 January 2023

A multi-day 400km run culminating in a finish in the far north-west is offering people a – relatively – gentler experience.


'It would be impossible for many in NHS to do our jobs without these hidden heroes'

'It would be impossible for many in NHS to do our jobs without these hidden heroes'

'It would be impossible for many in NHS to do our jobs without these hidden heroes'

14 January 2023

NHS Highland has praised the contribution members of its laundry department make to keep its hospitals ticking.


NHS Highland seeks 'patient flow coordinators' for vital role tackling major pressures

NHS Highland seeks 'patient flow coordinators' for vital role tackling major pressures

NHS Highland seeks 'patient flow coordinators' for vital role tackling major pressures

14 January 2023

Raigmore Hospital is beefing up the team that ensures the effective use of beds.


Nicky Marr: Bridge closures send a chill through us all

Nicky Marr: Bridge closures send a chill through us all

Nicky Marr: Bridge closures send a chill through us all

11 January 2023

“The Kessock Bridge is closed due to a police incident”. How often have those words been shared recently?


Tongue Community Council warned that land sale opposition could jeopardise £10.5m North Coast Health and Social Care Hub plan

Tongue Community Council warned that land sale opposition could jeopardise £10.5m North Coast Health and Social Care Hub plan

Tongue Community Council warned that land sale opposition could jeopardise £10.5m North Coast Health and Social Care Hub plan

11 January 2023

Highland Council is working with NHS Highland and Wildland Ltd to progress the health hub project.


Speedo Mick says he's feeling the love as epic stomp heads through Easter Ross

Speedo Mick says he's feeling the love as epic stomp heads through Easter Ross

Speedo Mick says he's feeling the love as epic stomp heads through Easter Ross

08 January 2023

head-turning fundraiser Speedo Mick continued his bone-chilling walk through Ross-shire today with a special message to his supporters.


NHS Highland puts out fresh plea for Care Reserves initiative

NHS Highland puts out fresh plea for Care Reserves initiative

NHS Highland puts out fresh plea for Care Reserves initiative

06 January 2023

Care Reserves has been created to enhance support to the care sector during a time of fragility following the pandemic and winter pressures.


Wester Ross mum leads bowel cancer awareness campaign: 'Our world exploded with this news'

Wester Ross mum leads bowel cancer awareness campaign: 'Our world exploded with this news'

Wester Ross mum leads bowel cancer awareness campaign: 'Our world exploded with this news'

06 January 2023

An Achiltibuie woman is raising awareness of bowel cancer in younger people after fighting for a diagnosis when she realised something wasn't right.


Mikeysline reaches out for volunteers in Highlands

Mikeysline reaches out for volunteers in Highlands

Mikeysline reaches out for volunteers in Highlands

06 January 2023

A Highland charity offering lifeline support to people suffering mental distress in the Highlands is on the lookout for volunteers.


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