Breast surgery first for Scotland

13/02/2024

In a first for NHS Scotland, the breast team at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness have used the Pintuition System for excising impalpable breast cancers, rather than the traditional guide wire method.

NHS Highland and The Broons embark on a braw initiative to tackle deconditioning

12/02/2024

NHS Highland and the team behind The Broons' legendary characters have joined forces to launch an educational 'deconditioning' comic strip for Scotland’s ageing population. #NHSBroons

Update on Caithness redesign

09/02/2024

The Scottish Government announced last month that funding for all NHS construction projects was to be paused for at least two years.

Lochaber redesign work will continue

08/02/2024

The Scottish Government announced last month that funding for all NHS construction projects was to be paused for at least two years.

Highland Health and Social Care Partnership Strategic Plan launched

06/02/2024

Health and social care services need to change in order to meet the needs of people across Highland, according to the Highland Health and Social Care Partnership’s Strategic Plan for Adult Services.

Director of Public Health Report 2023

30/01/2024

In his fourth annual report to the NHS Highland Board, Dr Tim Allison, Director of Public Health, highlights that medications serve a key role in maintaining the health of NHS Highland populations.

Campbeltown Pharmacy Application

29/01/2024

Joint consultation exercise on pharmacy application in Campbeltown.

Evan Beswick appointed Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership Interim Chief Officer

26/01/2024

We are delighted to announce that following a competitive recruitment process Evan Beswick has been appointed Interim Chief Officer of Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP).

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

23/01/2024

NHS Highland is supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust during Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (22-28 January) to highlight the importance of cervical screening.

Quit Smoking and Embrace a Smoke-Free Life - Argyll and Bute

22/01/2024

Choosing to stop smoking is a significant step towards a healthier lifestyle. With the appropriate help and support, anyone can successfully become smoke-free.

NHS Highland Consultant selected for all-female expedition to Antarctica

17/01/2024

Sharon Pfleger, Consultant in Pharmaceutical Public Health, has sailed to Antarctica as part of a global leadership programme for women in STEMM working on environmental issues.

Is Power of Attorney or Guardianship for me? “Think and act now”

16/01/2024

Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) are actively supporting and promoting Power of Attorney. This is an important issue that could potentially affect hundreds of people living across Argyll and Bute.

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