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HEALTH
FITSurgery prehab scheme launched by NHS Grampian
FITSurgery prehab scheme launched by NHS Grampian
NHS Grampian has launched a new prehabilitation programme to aid patient recovery following surgery and increase hospital capacity.
FITSurgery Launch urges patients in Grampian urged to undertake ‘prehab’ prior to surgery
FITSurgery Launch urges patients in Grampian urged to undertake ‘prehab’ prior to surgery
The scheme will help improve patient experience, recovery times, shorten hospital stays and deliver better surgical outcomes.
Coronavirus Update: New ‘stay at home’ guidance published
Coronavirus Update: New ‘stay at home’ guidance published
From Sunday, May 1 public health advice will change to a ‘stay at home’ message replacing self-isolation.
Shirley's Space gets big boost from new volunteers
Shirley's Space gets big boost from new volunteers
An influx of helpers for the Crimond based mental health charity have put the group on steady ground.
Coronavirus Update: End of the Highest Risk list
Coronavirus Update: End of the Highest Risk list
The shielding list will be formally closed on May 31 with support remaining in place for those who are immunosuppressed.
Bird housing rules come to end
Bird housing rules come to end
The Scottish Government has urged bird keepers to stay cautious as bird flu housing restrictions are lifted.
Free lateral flow tests available for hospital or care home visitors
Free lateral flow tests available for hospital or care home visitors
It remains possible for people who are visiting relatives or friends in hospitals or care homes to order free lateral flow device tests.
Twilight Walk makes a return in Inverurie for Cancer Research UK
Twilight Walk makes a return in Inverurie for Cancer Research UK
The event which first took place in 2010 has raised over £330,000 for Cancer Research UK’s life-saving work.
Patient visiting rules relaxed at Buckie's Muirton Ward
Patient visiting rules relaxed at Buckie's Muirton Ward
MUIRTON Ward at Buckie's Seafield Hospital is taking part in a trial to relax the rules surrounding the number of visitors a patient can have.
Mental health bike day at Ellon Men's Shed
Mental health bike day at Ellon Men's Shed
A BIKE maintenance and e-bike taster day is being set up to help improve mental health.