Health

Getting out and enjoying nature is a great way to improve health and as the days get longer it’s easier to exercise or experience the natural world.

Highland Hospice is encouraging people to talk openly about death and grief as part of a national campaign.

Getting closer to nature can improve both our physical and our mental health, says our columnist.

Years of development has meant the Inverness gender clinic is as healthy as it has ever been – with patients set to feel the benefit.

NHS Highland has been recognised for the way it treats overseas staff, such as three assistant practitioners from Kenya who are working in Caithness.

Healthcare campaigners are preparing for a wellbeing festival in Wick next month that will feature around 40 exhibitors as well as guest speakers.

A Ross-shire woman has won the backing of an MP in her heart-breaking two-year plight to live closer to the hospital her daughter depends on.

The tenth edition of the Etape Loch Ness took place today.

Three Highlanders discuss their motivation for getting diagnosed as autistic in adulthood, and the difference it has made to their lives.

Increased activity levels, even by a little, can have major benefits for management of diabetes and other health conditions.

A lifesaving charity that transports vital medical supplies across the Highlands and Islands free of charge for the NHS has received a funding boost.

A woman moved by the plight of patients who spend prolonged periods at the Highlands’ only mental health hospital is setting up a charity for them.

An Inverness girl who was diagnosed with MS as a teenager has opened up about the embarrassing symptoms that come in hand with condition.

A Wick man has received recognition as a pioneering young scientist and will head to the US for a research programme.

A woman moved by the plight of patients who spend prolonged periods at the Highlands’ only mental health hospital is setting up a charity for them.

Holyrood Notebook by Edward Mountain

The difficulties faced by some Brora residents in accessing transport for hospital visits were aired at a community council meeting.

Tain's weekly health walks continue on Wednesday (April 17) with a trip to Hilton of Cadboll.

Walking, cycling or gardening is good for our health - but we may need to be cautious about a sudden increase in activity, says our columnist.

AN NHS Highland nurse who covers Parkinson’s Disease and provides support to hundreds of patients across the north is up for a national award.