NHS Highland

NHS Highland Official page for NHS Highland, health board serving Highland, Argyll and Bute We provide health care to people in the Highlands and Argyll and Bute.

NHS Highland is one of the health boards which makes up the National Health Service in Scotland. This page is monitored Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Seeking medical advice

Please do not post medical/health queries on this page as we will not be able to respond to these. If you require urgent medical advice:

• Daytime - contact your own GP Surgery
• Evenings, weekends and holidays - telephone NHS 24 on 111
• For serious accidents and medical emergencies - telephone the ambulance service on 999

Please also be aware that anything that you post on our page will be visible to everyone who accesses this page. To leave feedback for NHS Highland please use the feedback section on our website

www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/feedback

2-5 year old drop-in flu clinic in the Duthac Centre in Tain tomorrow (Friday, 18 September) between 13:00-14.30.No need...
17/09/2026

2-5 year old drop-in flu clinic in the Duthac Centre in Tain tomorrow (Friday, 18 September) between 13:00-14.30.

No need for an appointment, drop-in and help beat flu with a wee scoosh!

Calling all veterans affected by the Armed Forces' historic ban on LGBTQ+ personnel (1967-2000). The deadline to apply f...
16/09/2026

Calling all veterans affected by the Armed Forces' historic ban on LGBTQ+ personnel (1967-2000).

The deadline to apply for reparations is 12 December 2026.

It's estimated that around 1,000 eligible veterans have yet to come forward. You may qualify even if you were not dismissed from service. If your career was affected by having to hide who you were, support may be available.

Please help us spread the word.

For more information, please visit

https://www.linkedin.com/company/fighting-with-pride/

or

https://www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/reparations/

Talking About Pain MattersPain is common – talking about it isn’t. Let’s change that. Pain is personal, but it doesn't h...
15/09/2026

Talking About Pain Matters

Pain is common – talking about it isn’t. Let’s change that.

Pain is personal, but it doesn't have to be a silent struggle.

Healthcare professionals understand that chronic pain is complex. Today's evidence shows that the best support often combines physical, psychological and lifestyle approaches to help people improve their quality of life and daily function.

Pain medicines can sometimes help, but they are often only one part of the picture. Learning skills to live well with pain and understanding what influences pain can make a real difference.

Learn more about managing chronic pain: 🔗 https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/

🍂 Make the Most of the Autumn Bank Holiday – Argyll and ButeWith the Autumn Bank Holiday coming up on Monday 28 Septembe...
14/09/2026

🍂 Make the Most of the Autumn Bank Holiday – Argyll and Bute

With the Autumn Bank Holiday coming up on Monday 28 September, now is a good time to plan ahead and make sure you have everything you need for a healthy and relaxing long weekend.

🍁 Collect any repeat prescriptions before the holiday
🍁 Check opening times for your GP practice and local pharmacy
🍁 Keep some autumn essentials at home, such as paracetamol and remedies for coughs, colds and seasonal bugs

If you or a family member feels unwell, help is available. You can get advice and information from NHS inform and the NHS 24 Online app, wherever you are.

For urgent medical advice when your GP practice or pharmacy is closed, call NHS 24 on 111.

☎️ Remember: call 111 before attending A&E, unless it's a life-threatening emergency.

Need medical help but not sure where to start? If it's not a life-threatening emergency, take a moment to consider the r...
14/09/2026

Need medical help but not sure where to start? If it's not a life-threatening emergency, take a moment to consider the range of NHS services available to help. You can find trusted self-care advice through the NHS 24 app and NHS inform, or access support from your GP Practice, local pharmacy, optometrist, dentist or Minor Injuries Unit, depending on your needs.

If you're unsure which service is right for you, call NHS 24 on 111. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 111 can help direct you to the most appropriate care, helping you get support sooner and potentially avoid an unnecessary journey or long wait in an Emergency Department.

Choosing the right service for your needs also helps keep Emergency Departments available for people with serious illnesses and injuries, ensuring they can receive urgent care when they need it most.

111 can also provide support for mental health concerns. If you're feeling overwhelmed or struggling with your mental wellbeing, support is available. You can call NHS 24 on 111 or contact Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87 for confidential support and advice.

For life-threatening emergencies, always call 999.

2-5yr old flu clinics - Call 08000 320 339 to book an appointmentInverness Charleston Community Centre, Inverness17 Octo...
14/09/2026

2-5yr old flu clinics - Call 08000 320 339 to book an appointment

Inverness

Charleston Community Centre, Inverness
17 October 09:30 – 15:00

Hilton Community Centre, Inverness
22 October 09:30 – 15:00

Inverness Vaccination Centre, Eastgate Centre
06 and 21 November 09:30 – 15:00

Alness

Capstone Centre, Alness
12 October 10:00 – 15:00

Invergordon

County Community Hospital, Invergordon
14 December 10:00 - 15:00

Nairn

Community and Arts Centre
20 October 10:00 - 14:50

Ullapool

Ullapool Village Hall
13 October 10:30 - 14:20

Gairloch

Gairloch Medical Practice
25 September and 15 October 13.00 - 13:50

Dingwall

Dingwall British Legion
18 December 10.00 - 15:20

Fortrose

Fortrose Free Church
17 September and 17 December 10.00 - 15:20

Grantown

Inverallan Hall
21 October 10.00 - 15:00

Kirsty Bain, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) based at the Three Harbours Medical Group in Wick, is hopeful of influ...
13/09/2026

Kirsty Bain, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) based at the Three Harbours Medical Group in Wick, is hopeful of influencing change as part of her involvement with the Queen's Nurse Development Programme.

She said: “The Queen’s Nurse Development Programme brings together community nurses from across Scotland to develop leadership skills, reflective practice and quality improvement. It provides opportunities to learn from experienced leaders, work alongside peers from different community settings, and become part of a network of nurses who are committed to improving health and reducing inequalities.

“Working in a GP practice I see first-hand the increasing complexity of patients' needs, the challenges of health inequalities, and the importance of delivering collaborative, person-centred care. I hope this programme will give me the knowledge, skills, confidence and networks to influence change beyond my own clinical role, support service improvement, and help shape how care is delivered within my practice."

Kirsty will commence course one in September. There are three courses to complete and the title of Queen’s Nurse will be awarded on the successful completion of all three courses.

Patients across the Highlands are set to benefit from faster access to specialist bowel assessments closer to home, than...
11/09/2026

Patients across the Highlands are set to benefit from faster access to specialist bowel assessments closer to home, thanks to a generous donation from Friends of Raigmore Hospital

A donation of £37,340 has our colorectal service to purchase portable specialist equipment used to assess bowel function and help diagnose conditions such as faecal incontinence.

For the first time, this type of equipment will be available in Highland, allowing more patients to receive specialist assessments during a single clinic appointment at Raigmore Hospital or during outreach clinics in Wick and Fort William.

Read more in the comments

This week - 7 to 13 September - is Scottish Learning Disability Week, and a time to celebrate people with learning disab...
11/09/2026

This week - 7 to 13 September - is Scottish Learning Disability Week, and a time to celebrate people with learning disabilities.

The theme this year from the Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities (SCLD) is “I am here… to be seen”, reminding us that people with learning disabilities deserve to be seen, heard and included in all areas of life.

Dr Amelia Williamson, Psychotherapist, said: “This has been a year of change for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Learning Disabilities team driven forward by the findings from our stakeholder consultations process where we met and talked to children, parents and carers, school and agency staff around the community of children with learning disabilities.

“This consultation process enabled us to really ‘see’ and come alongside the children with Learning Disabilities and their families, and have conversations about what mental health means to to them, and what our service offers.”

Read more in the comments

Our Annual Review is coming to Fort William. On Friday 6 November, NHS Highland's Board and executive team will answer q...
10/09/2026

Our Annual Review is coming to Fort William.

On Friday 6 November, NHS Highland's Board and executive team will answer questions on how we have performed over the past year. This is a ministerial review, which means the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Care, Angela Constance, will be there to put those questions directly.

The public part of the meeting runs from 2pm to 3pm in Caol, Fort William. You can come along in person or join online.

If there is something you want to ask about health and care services in your area, please send it to us in advance. Email [email protected] with "Annual Review" in the subject line by Friday 16 October, or write to us at the Freepost address on our website. Advance questions help us give you a proper answer rather than a partial one on the day.

If you would like to receive updates and register attendance please visit:
nhsh.scot/annual-review-register

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