Health

Age Scotland, the national charity for older people, has issued advice on how to avoid falling this winter to prevent a trip to the hospital.

Alex Cole-Hamilton said: 'Children and young people are facing devastatingly long waits for mental health treatment'

Today I am chiefly thankful to the NHS. I write this from first-hand experience.

Christmas can be a joyous and special time for many – but can bring difficulties for others.

The Most Rev Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church and Bishop of Moray, Ross and Caithness, reflects on the festive season

Some common Christmas foods can make your pet seriously ill, so check this list to find out which ones should be avoided.

NHS Highland is highlighting the vital role of living kidney donation after new research shows most people would be willing to help a loved one.

A severely disabled Wick woman has condemned NHS Highland for ditching an overnight service run from Pulteney House that she describes as a lifeline.

Plan outlined at mediation meeting

Caithness should have more say in its local healthcare and community services, according to a hard-hitting report published this week

She had to wait two days before the problem was resolved

Schools and parents across the Highlands have been contacted by the health authority about an increase in infections such as strep A and scarlet fever

Winter and the festive season can be a tough time for many and this year could be particularly difficult given the Cost of Living crisis.

People across the region are being encouraged to check they have basic home remedies in stock ahead of the Christmas and New Year holidays.

A charity has said that more than one in 10 over 65s expect to feel lonely this Christmas.

Highland Council has produced a detailed list for all its services and other essential information that may be required over the Christmas holiday.

Prepayment energy Caithness customers have been advised to prepare for Christmas shop closures by topping up early and to reach out for support now.

A local initiative to keep the town's riverside free from rubbish is looking for helping hands to join them at the start of the new year.

The League of Friends of Caithness General Hospital handed over their annual Christmas gifts to help patients and staff at the Wick hospital.

Swapping machinery for microphones, Joyce Campbell of Armadale Farm, Sutherland, joins host of famous farming faces to help tackle rural loneliness.