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Gift of life as a living donor

An information evening at Raigmore Hospital was aimed at those who were interested in becoming living donors.

Cases of sepsis on the rise in Highlands

THE number of cases of sepsis have almost doubled in the Highlands in the past three years, Highlands and Islands MSP David Stewart has revealed.

NHS Highland joins tick challenge

NHS Highland is one of 10 partners from seven European countries chosen to lead the fight against the growing scourge of tick-borne diseases.

Scottish Government pressed on new treatment to tackle neurological conditions

THE case of Inverness woman was highlighted to MSPs who are to press the Scottish Government on new treatments for neurological conditions.

Politicians make protection call for under attack NHS Highland staff

Highland politicians condemn figures revealing around three attacks a day on NHS Highland staff in the Inverness area

PICTURES: First peek inside new £1.7 million Inverness care home

A new luxury care home in Inverness is set to open its doors to residents before the end of the month.

Woman celebrates new lifestyle after losing five stones in three years

An Inverness woman says losing weight has changed her life.

Carers awarded for efforts to deliver high quality care to elderly and vulnerable people

Three members of caring staff from the Highlands have been honoured at the Meallmore Awards, winning top accolades.

Elective surgery cancelled at Raigmore Hospital

A number of elective operations at Raigmore Hospital have been cancelled due to an overwhelming demand for beds.

Colleagues to continue researcher's work

COLLEAGUES of a “meticulous researcher” who died from the same type of cancer she was studying have vowed to carry on her work at the UHI.

Parents of autistic son back appeal

A COUPLE dedicated to caring for their autistic son say a specialist centre for children and young adults is desperately needed in the Highlands.

PICTURES: Dippers have splashing good time raising £300

DOZENS of plucky swimmers braved the Cromarty Firth to help raise £300 for a project aiming to help children and young adults with complex needs.

Report reveals serious failings of former care home

THE shocking details of conditions at an Inverness care home closed down by court order have now been revealed.

Shocking details of conditions at care home closed by court order revealed

Inspectors said conditions at Elmgrove Care Home in Inverness posed a serious risk to the lives of residents.

Clinical trial gives hope for families with Huntington’s disease

One of the first people in Scotland to take part in a new clinical trial for Huntington’s Disease says the programme gives him hope for the future.

Dental therapist to launch civil action after winning an employment tribunal

A dental therapist is set to launch a civil action after NHS Highland said it would not take disciplinary action against staff she claims bullied her.

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Samaritans encourage people to have a chat to beat Blue Monday

Gift of life as a living donor

Gift of life as a living donor

Cases of sepsis on the rise in Highlands

Cases of sepsis on the rise in Highlands

NHS Highland joins tick challenge

NHS Highland joins tick challenge

Scottish Government pressed on new treatment to tackle neurological conditions

Scottish Government pressed on new treatment to tackle neurological conditions

Politicians make protection call for under attack NHS Highland staff

Politicians make protection call for under attack NHS Highland staff

PICTURES: First peek inside new £1.7 million Inverness care home

PICTURES: First peek inside new £1.7 million Inverness care home

Woman celebrates new lifestyle after losing five stones in three years

Woman celebrates new lifestyle after losing five stones in three years

Carers awarded for efforts to deliver high quality care to elderly and vulnerable people

Carers awarded for efforts to deliver high quality care to elderly and vulnerable people

Elective surgery cancelled at Raigmore Hospital

Elective surgery cancelled at Raigmore Hospital

Colleagues to continue researcher's work

Colleagues to continue researcher's work

Parents of autistic son back appeal

Parents of autistic son back appeal

PICTURES: Dippers have splashing good time raising £300

PICTURES: Dippers have splashing good time raising £300

Report reveals serious failings of former care home

Report reveals serious failings of former care home

Shocking details of conditions at care home closed by court order revealed

Shocking details of conditions at care home closed by court order revealed

Clinical trial gives hope for families with Huntington’s disease

Clinical trial gives hope for families with Huntington’s disease

Dental therapist to launch civil action after winning an employment tribunal

Dental therapist to launch civil action after winning an employment tribunal

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