Hundreds march through Moray town centre to oppose maternity unit downgrade
Hundreds of protesters have marched together in a show of solidarity against the looming downgrade of Moray’s only maternity unit.
Dr Gray’s Hospital
Campaigners say ‘years of inaction’ from NHS Grampian has caused current crisis at Dr Gray’s
Campaigners fighting to preserve maternity services in Moray want the NHS to be “held to account” while claiming that “years of inaction” have led to the current crisis.
Campaigners battle to save maternity ward at Moray hospital
Campaigners battling to save Moray’s maternity ward met with two high-ranking figures from NHS Scotland yesterday to discuss the ongoing crisis at the hospital.
Staff shortages slash operation opportunities at north-east hospitals
Staff shortages at NHS Grampian have seen some hospitals’ ability to perform operations slashed by almost one-third in just two years.
Campaigners ‘reassured’ about long-term staffing plan for Moray hospital
Health campaigners in Moray are “reassured” that there are long-term plans in place to reduce the reliance on junior doctors in the region.
Moray health campaigners take their battle to Holyrood
Campaigners battling to protect vital maternity services in Moray will today take their message to the heart of Holyrood.
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash in Moray
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital following a crash on the A96 between Elgin and Forres this morning.
Elgin woman ‘shipped’ all around country to give birth
An Elgin mum who was “shipped” between four hospitals during a high-risk pregnancy has spoken out about her “rollercoaster” ordeal.
Health secretary reiterates pledge to retain Moray’s maternity service
Health Secretary Shona Robison has reiterated her pledge that maternity services in Moray will not be permanently downgraded as she vowed to turn the region into a “centre of excellence” for medical training.
Gnomes on global mission from Moray to raise funds to fight dementia
An army of unruly gnomes have been sent on expeditions from a Moray hospital to raise awareness of dementia.
Late cancellation adds to Moray man’s pain
A chronic pain sufferer who waited nearly a year for a hospital appointment found out it was cancelled just hours before after NHS staff “forgot” to tell him.
Series of events across Moray to shape the region’s future health care
A series of events have been organised across Moray to shape the future of health care in the region.
Elgin boy’s grave vandalised hours after family makes hospital donation in his memory
The grave of an Elgin schoolboy was vandalised just hours after his family made an emotional donation to a hospital in his memory.
NHS Grampian warns maternity ward staffing in Moray remains ‘very vulnerable’
NHS Grampian has refused to rule out further cutbacks to services as the recruitment crisis in Moray continues.
Summit to discuss “Move to Moray” packages for key health staff
A summit has been arranged to draw up plans to offer “Move to Moray” incentive packages in a bid to attract health workers to the region.
Nicola Sturgeon wants quick solution after Dr Gray’s Hospital suspends overnight admissions
Nicola Sturgeon has called for a speedy solution to the recruitment issues which have led to the suspension of overnight admissions to the children’s ward at Dr Gray’s Hospital.
Richard Lochhead meets NHS to discuss Dr Gray’s paediatric issues
A MSP has held “constructive” talks with health bosses about recruitment issues on the children’s ward at Moray’s biggest hospital.
Another blow for Moray hospital after pressure tells on consultants
Children’s services at Moray’s biggest hospital have been further scaled back after it emerged just three consultants were responsible for round-the-clock care.
Surgeon who invited junior doctor into office to ‘show slides’ before kissing her avoids punishment
A sex-pest surgeon has avoided punishment after he forced himself upon a junior female colleague at a Moray hospital.
Report on Dr Gray’s Hospital released
Staff at Dr Gray’s Hospital in Elgin have been praised for controlling infections, but have also been told to make some improvements following a recent inspection.
Fresh staffing blow hits Moray hospital
Health chiefs have warned there could be further problems with the children’s ward at Moray’s biggest hospital after a staff member resigned.
Fears bus shake-up in Moray is putting hospital patients and visitors at risk
Fears have been raised that hospital patients in Moray are being put at risk after a bus timetable shake-up.
Campaigners accuse health bosses of ‘underfunding’ pain treatment as 40-week appointment wait is revealed
Health bosses have been accused of failing patients who face losing their livelihoods to chronic pain.
Children’s services at Moray hospital to remain unaffected after recruitment boost
A recruitment boost at Moray’s biggest hospital has allowed health chiefs to rule out a temporary downgrade of services.
Health bosses ease fears about overnight closure of children’s ward at Dr Gray’s
Health bosses have insisted the closure of the children’s ward at a Moray hospital last month was a one-off.
ID badges and security alarms among items reported missing from north hospitals
ID badges, keys and security alarms were just some of the items reported missing from north and north-east hospitals last year.
Moray newborn is Scotland’s first baby of 2018 – arriving 10 seconds after the bells
A Moray baby could not wait to join the new year celebrations - arriving just 10 seconds after the bells.
NHS Grampian enlist outside support to cut 546-day wait for cataract operations
Action to cut waiting times of more than a year for eye clinic appointments in Moray have been welcomed.
Moray family’s massive donation to help fight allergies and metal health stigma
A Moray family has raised more than £4,000 to help shake off the stigma of mental health illnesses and guard against allergies.
Millie spreads Christmas cheer to poorly youngsters
A schoolgirl who received her dream present when she underwent a life-changing liver transplant operation has been bringing festive cheer to those less fortunate than herself.
Staff crisis could lead to downgrade of hospital service
Health officials have warned that services at Moray’s biggest hospital may have to be temporarily downgraded again due to a staff shortage.
Ambulance and paramedics to be based at Elgin fire station
An ambulance and paramedic crew will be located at Elgin’s fire station due to a shortage of space at their own base.