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Your health rights

It’s your right to make choices and decisions about your treatment, to be treated confidentially and to see your health records.

It is also your right to tell someone if you are not happy with the treatment you have received.

Important: Health Rights at NHS Inform

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You have a number of rights and responsibilities when using the NHS in Scotland. These are protected under the Patient Rights (Scotland) Act 2011. Find out more about what's expected of you and what you should expect when accessing healthcare.

Health rights in Scotland
  • All Services A-Z

    A listing of clinical and related health services at NHS Highland.

  • Find Your Nearest

    Enter your postcode or location, then select the type of local service you're looking for and we'll provide a list of...

  • In-person services and locations

    Lists and exact locations of hospitals, A&E departments, care homes, GP and dental practices, sexual health clinics, ...

  • Know Who To Turn To

    Know how to get the right care, in the right place.

  • Near Me

    NHS Highland offers Near Me video appointments.

Last updated: 8 March 2024