HEALTH

Baby box policy 'a success with Highlanders', says MSP

MORE than 6000 Highland families have received baby boxes since they launched – highlighting just how important they are, a Ross MSP has said.

Highland star Karen Gillan scores big for charity Mikeysline

HOLLYWOOD actress Karen Gillan has scooped $5000 for the Highland charity Mikeysline after taking part in a superhero fantasy football league.

Hammer rampage leads to tighter security at city hospital

A HIGHLAND MSP has been reassured that NHS Highland is reviewing security measures at New Craigs Hospital after a man went on a rampage with a hammer.

Stressed out teachers off sick hits five-year high

STRESS-RELATED absences among Highland secondary school teachers soared to a five-year high last year.

Dingwall medical group secures £1500 boost from local lodge

A £1500 cheque will help provide a shot in the arm for patients at a busy Ross-shire medical group.

Mental health campaigners start Highland tour in Inverness

Two mental health campaigners visited Inverness as part of a 600-mile trip around Scotland, to get people talking about mental health.

NHS Highland has confirmed that no-one is being treated for coronavirus at Raigmore

NHS Highland has told the public carry on as normal after confirming that no-one in Raigmore Hospital is being treated for coronavirus.

Health secretary in Inverness to visit NHS Highland bosses

Health secretary Jeane Freeman has arrived in Inverness for meetings with NHS Highland bosses.

Highland firefighters back campaign to tackle 'deadly disease'

Firefighters have backed a campaign to save lives in the communities where they live.

'Amazing things happen when people pull together': Black Isle care pod target hit for terminally ill lad (6)

A bid for a care pod for a terminally ill Ross-shire boy has hit its £60,000 target after the "incredible" response of people touched by his plight.

Cafe bid to tackle social isolation in Lochalsh wins lottery boost

A chat cafe project has been granted more than £14,500 from a national health trust for efforts to tackle isolation in remote areas.

Far North MP hits out at SNP over EVEL 'stunt'

MP Jamie Stone dismisses demonstration in Westminster but Ian Blackford hits back

Kinlochewe spotlight on wildfires

A Ross-shire village is throwing the spotlight on wildfire prevention

Lady Claire Macdonald set to serve up Highland treat for Haven push

WORLD-renowned cook and food writer Lady Claire Macdonald will be the guest speaker at a charity fundraising dinner in the Highlands.

LONGER READ: Olympic dream for former Ross-shire PE teacher after horror accident

AS she lay broken by the roadside, for Dingwall Academy PE teacher Melanie Woods could hear paramedics’ voices pleading with her to wiggle her toes.

Fears flagged as Black Isle care packages withdrawn

ROSS-SHIRE families of seniors who need help to remain in their own homes have expressed shock after being told vital care packages are being pulled.

HEALTH

Ward 5C closed at Raigmore Hospital to avoid norovirus spread

Baby box policy 'a success with Highlanders', says MSP

Baby box policy 'a success with Highlanders', says MSP

Highland star Karen Gillan scores big for charity Mikeysline

Highland star Karen Gillan scores big for charity Mikeysline

Hammer rampage leads to tighter security at city hospital

Hammer rampage leads to tighter security at city hospital

Stressed out teachers off sick hits five-year high

Stressed out teachers off sick hits five-year high

Dingwall medical group secures £1500 boost from local lodge

Dingwall medical group secures £1500 boost from local lodge

Mental health campaigners start Highland tour in Inverness

Mental health campaigners start Highland tour in Inverness

NHS Highland has confirmed that no-one is being treated for coronavirus at Raigmore

NHS Highland has confirmed that no-one is being treated for coronavirus at Raigmore

Health secretary in Inverness to visit NHS Highland bosses

Health secretary in Inverness to visit NHS Highland bosses

Highland firefighters back campaign to tackle 'deadly disease'

Highland firefighters back campaign to tackle 'deadly disease'

'Amazing things happen when people pull together': Black Isle care pod target hit for terminally ill lad (6)

'Amazing things happen when people pull together': Black Isle care pod target hit for terminally ill lad (6)

Cafe bid to tackle social isolation in Lochalsh wins lottery boost

Cafe bid to tackle social isolation in Lochalsh wins lottery boost

Far North MP hits out at SNP over EVEL 'stunt'

Far North MP hits out at SNP over EVEL 'stunt'

Kinlochewe spotlight on wildfires

Kinlochewe spotlight on wildfires

Lady Claire Macdonald set to serve up Highland treat for Haven push

Lady Claire Macdonald set to serve up Highland treat for Haven push

LONGER READ: Olympic dream for former Ross-shire PE teacher after horror accident

LONGER READ: Olympic dream for former Ross-shire PE teacher after horror accident

Fears flagged as Black Isle care packages withdrawn

Fears flagged as Black Isle care packages withdrawn

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