Health

FOCHABERS fire station is set to become the first in Moray to host an event promoting greater understanding of the menopause.

Emergency Departments at ARI and Dr Gray's in Elgin are extremely busy and long waits are to be expected.

A protection zone has been imposed at the latest location, while letters have been sent to households as part of a survey of domestic bird keepers.

NHS Grampian’s John Mallard PET Centre has introduced a methionine PET CT imaging service to identify pituitary disorders.

Research has highlighted just three local hospitals have been dealing with the majority of routine primary care across the region since Covid.

NORTH-east residents who smoke are being urged to make a fresh start by quitting and winning in the new year.

Unregistered patients and visitors to the region can access dental advice and treatment by contacting thr Dental Information and Advice Line.

Strike action by midwives and maternity support workers (MSWs) may still take place in Scotland following pay talks.

Waiting times in children's ED in Aberdeen has been exceeding four hours at times, particularly during the evenings and weekends.

A NEW service to respond to the needs of children and families affected by drugs and alcohol has been launched in Moray.

PEOPLE in north-east Scotland who are waiting for elective surgeries will be asked to travel out of the region, under new plans from NHS Grampian.

NHS Grampian understand relatives and friends want to stay in touch with those who are in hospital and is asking them to use tech solutions.

In his latest column, MP David Duguid discusses Avaian Flu issues and the confirmation of plans to locate an ambulance in the Turriff area.

MSP Tess White MSP has voiced concerns after it emerged NHS Grampian’s buildings require more than £180 million worth of repairs.

NHS Grampian has developed a Winter Wellness guide to help people across the region lead healthy lives throughout the coming months.

AN "ambitious" NHS Grampian plan says bringing back consultant-led maternity services at Dr Gray's could take four years.

MP Andrew Bowie has welcomed the delivery of a £50 million motor neurone disease fund by the UK Government.

MORAY MP Douglas Ross has spoken of his delight at news of a multi-million pound boost to motor neurone disease (MND) research funding.

A BUCKIE-based nurse has been presented with a prestigious national professional award.

Workers at a north-east energy company donated £1500 to a sensory charity that supported a staff member’s young child with a visual impairment.