Health

The tenth edition of the Etape Loch Ness took place today.

A lifesaving charity that transports vital medical supplies across the Highlands and Islands free of charge for the NHS has received a funding boost.

Three Highlanders discuss their motivation for getting diagnosed as autistic in adulthood, and the difference it has made to their lives.

Increased activity levels, even by a little, can have major benefits for management of diabetes and other health conditions.

It’s good to talk, a new NHS initiative is urging Highlanders in a bid to help patients be more involved in their treatment options.

An Inverness girl who was diagnosed with MS as a teenager has opened up about the embarrassing symptoms that come in hand with condition.

A woman moved by the plight of patients who spend prolonged periods at the Highlands’ only mental health hospital is setting up a charity for them.

Torvean Swing Bridge remains closed to road traffic after an issue with its automatic operation occurred yesterday.

Cutting edge tech is having an “incredible” positive impact on a care home’s residents in Inverness.

Drivers panicking on the road is forcing ambulance staff to lose their momentum when getting to an emergency patient.

We understand that asking questions about your treatment options can be overwhelming, intimidating or even scary for some people, says our columnist.

A mum grieving the unimaginable loss her baby boy has raised thousands of pounds in his name.

A day at the races inspired fun at an Inverness care home when staff and residents got into the spirit of the Grand National.

Walking, cycling or gardening is good for our health - but we may need to be cautious about a sudden increase in activity, says our columnist.

NHS Highland is working to “improve patient experience” after we unearth evidence of excessive waiting times for people requiring emergency treatment.

A mum-of-three from Thurso says women in Caithness face a nightmare to have their baby, as she told of her “uncontrollable anxiety attacks”.

A rise in demand for GP appointments have increased the pressure for paramedics in Inverness.

This new law is oppressive, sinister, draconian and worst of all, baffling, says our columnist.

Dire hospital wait times in Inverness are putting increased pressure on ambulance workers.

For 12-hours I witnessed the gruelling work our ambulance service in Inverness takes on each day in order to save lives.