Health

Primary school children from Keiss and Newton Park Primary in Wick got to the bones of the matter with two Caithness radiographers.

NHS Highland has issued a warning about criminals targeting sick, vulnerable and elderly people who use its emergency alarm systems.

Helpline assisted three-quarters of a million Scots during the pandemic

Boyd Robertson says the board is determined to 'eliminate the behaviours that have afflicted the organisation'

A Highland health chief has issued a reminder that Covid "has not gone away" even though most people are no longer testing for the virus.

Community engagement is well under way for the far north walking route known as the John O'Groats Trail.

HM Revenue and Customs reminds parents and families not to miss out on financial support that can help pay for childcare during the summer holidays.

Lifesaving defibrillators have been given to remote highland communities, thanks to an initiative from HM Coastguard.

Residents and visitors in Strathy and the surrounding area are now able to access a defibrillator.

Highland-based window, door and timber frame kit home manufacturer, Norscot has partnered with mental health charity, Mikeysline.

Plea comes after increase of almost 50 per cent in cases in Scotland over the last five years

Tesco is appealing for kind-hearted Caithness volunteers to help support the UK's biggest food donation event this summer.

MSP Edward Mountain has expressed his “deep concern” at new figures which show that workplace bullying in NHS Highland remains a challenge.

Holyrood Notebook by Edward Mountain

New figures reveal that more than half the births of women from Caithness last year were induced, a disproportionately high number.

A retired firefighter has embarked on a 700-mile solo sea kayak adventure from Land's End to John O'Groats in aid of charities close to his heart.

A new app has been launched that allows British Sign Language users to contact emergency services via a video relay service.

The Royal Scottish Agricultural Benevolent Institution has launched a free helpline number for emotional, financial and practical support.

A Caithness-based health worker is ready to put her feet up after 46 years in the profession.

Under the plans, staff will hope to have a better day at work.