Coronavirus - Local News

Dr Tim Allison discusses the surge of covid cases in schools and how to prepare for Christmas in this situation.

'There have been times when we’ve been very close to closing again'

NHS Highland has taken decision because there are so many pupils isolating at present

'We have a team of vaccinators who have become available and wanted to take full advantage of that'

Pupils aged 12 to 15 will be able to get their first Covid jags tomorrow to as part of vaccination roll-out

Funds available to tenants in council, housing association or privately-rented accommodation at risk of being made homeless

NHS Highland has just announced a drop-in clinic tomorrow at former Aviemore health centre

Many of the pick-ups are for health appointments which are 'critical for people'

Elderly patients have had to wait more than an hour outside and some were allegedly told vaccines had run out

School is currently giving out between 50 to 75 masks on a daily basis

Clinic lined up for pupils aged 12 to 15 but older students can also get jag

There is concern and confusion over absence of Covid booster and flu clinics in village

The uptake of the Covid-19 vaccine programme in NHS Highland has been excellent and many are now keen to get their next jabs.

Raigmore Hospital Ward 4C visiting and admissions have been suspended due to coronavirus.

Local MP Drew Hendry has warned the Chancellor against withdrawing support for jobs and businesses.

'Children and young people have a right to the best possible health'

Critical cases, emergency admissions and cancer care will be priority and non-acute operations could be postponed

Highland Council chief executive Donna Manson expresses her sincere thanks

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People can download a vaccination certificate from today as the Scottish Government plans to introduce new measures to require the documents.