Social care ‘not being tailored enough’ for those who need it
Occupational therapists are calling for an end to a " high volume, low cost" approach to social care, which they say leaves many older people missing out on vital services.
Seven ways you can ease a headache without taking painkillers
Headaches are one of the most common health complaints.
North-east GP struck off after having affair with vulnerable patient loses appeal
A north-east doctor who was "struck off" after he had an affair with a vulnerable patient lost an appeal against the decision yesterday.
SNP spending confirmation ‘enormous relief to GPs throughout the country’
An extra £500 million pledged by the First Minister for primary health care must be specifically invested in GP surgeries, doctors have insisted.
Doctor seeking legal advice after her name and picture used in SNP campaign leaflet without consent
A doctor is still waiting for a personal apology after her name and photo were used in an SNP campaign leaflet without her permission.
Aberdeen medical students livestream GP consultations to help address staff shortages
Doctors in training at Aberdeen University are using digital technology to watch GP consultations live as part of a drive to encourage more students to work in the struggling sector.
Local heroes need to be paid says retired GP
A retired GP has backed plans for "local heroes" as part of rural care services - but warned they will have to be paid.
Don’t ignore a three-week cough says doctor
A north-east doctor has urged patients suffering from persistent coughs not to delay seeing their GP.
Fears treating patients by videolink could put people in rural areas at risk
Fears have been raised that people living in rural areas could be at risk under new NHS plans to treat patients via videolink.
Fraserburgh doctor punched patient in the face after he collapsed in middle of street
A GP who punched someone he was sent to help has been handed a two-month suspension.
Out-of-hours GP cover in Highlands to be reduced
NHS Highland yesterday approved controversial plans to reduce out-of-hours GP provision in five north communities.
Ever wondered what a day in the life of a GP is like?
Rachael Crawford is a 29 year old general practitioner for NHS Highland. Here a day in her life.
Outdoor activities tempt GPs to Hebridean island
A remote Western Isles medical practice that used the area's outdoor recreational opportunities to tempt applicants to join it has received three applications for a GP post.