62 m. ago Dead Man's Fingers: Scottish dog owners warned as poisonous plant found on beaches

The police have told people in the local area “do not touch”.

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3 h. ago Our bond of trust with patients is being undermined, Scottish GPs warn

The Royal College of General Practitioners called for continuity of care to be prioritised by the Scottish Government

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3 h. ago Senior GP issues advice on when to get medical help as flu season grips Scotland

New strain causing more cases of ‘significant illness’ than in previous years, says head of BMA’s Scottish GP committee

Science

4 h. ago NHS warns Scots that their Christmas dinner could see them end up in A&E

Dr Claire Harrow said: “When things get hectic, accidents can happen in seconds. We’re asking everyone to enjoy the celebrations but take care, especially in the kitchen.”

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4 h. ago Health expert warns Scots when to seek help as flu season grips the nation

A GP has shared which symptom of flu should be the trigger for you to seek medical attention.

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14 h. ago Lethal plant washes up on Scots shores as police issue warning

Hemlock water dropwort roots, also known as "dead man's fingers", has washed up in Argyll and Bute.

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27 h. ago SNP must get their act together over Scotland's 'deteriorating' maternity services

Scottish Government official warns ‘maternity and neonatal services present a flat or deteriorating picture, with a continued increase in C-section rates and associated complications’

Politics

27 h. ago Scotland's maternity services 'deteriorating', official warns

John Harden said “maternity and neonatal services present a flat or deteriorating picture, with a continued increase in C-section rates and associated complications.”

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31 h. ago Can't get an NHS dentist and worried about the cost of looking after your teeth? Read our expert guide to saving money on going private

By all metrics, NHS dentistry is in crisis. Last week, a major report found that a lack of Health Service dentists meant patients were resorting to pulling out their own teeth.

Economics

2 d. ago AA issue rare amber warning for Christmas traffic on Scotland's roads

The AA has urged drivers to plan ahead and allow extra time

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3 d. ago M8 congestion warning as festive traffic set to peak on M8 between Edinburgh and Glasgow

The AA, which produced the estimate, predicted this year will see the busiest Christmas getaway on record.

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3 d. ago Warning further waves of flu could follow as deaths double in just a week

Health officials have warned Scotland may not be over the worst of the winter flu outbreak despite “reassuring declines” of confirmed cases.

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3 d. ago How Irish deepfake scandal provides urgent warning to Scotland about AI disinformation

The public needs to be warned about deepfake videos that can spread far more quickly than the truth on social media

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4 d. ago Pharmaceutical expert says 'superfood' lower cholesterol and blood pressure

It's often eaten at Christmas and one pharmacy expert said it contains key heart health antitoxidants

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4 d. ago Forestry chief warns Scotland set to miss planting targets again

Scotland’s forestry sector is facing an increase in interest from rural communities.

Events

4 d. ago 'No pubs, no party': Warning business rates could leave no pubs left to show Scotland in the World Cup

The Scottish Government is being told business rates are making the difference between businesses keeping their heads above the water and drowning.

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4 d. ago Russell Martin's horoscopes as Sagittarius warned to protect energy

Today's star signs as Cancer told 'some feelings can't be figured out with logic.'

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4 d. ago Russell Grant's horoscopes as Sagittarius warned to protect energy

Today's star signs as Cancer told 'some feelings can't be figured out with logic.'

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4 d. ago Helen Flanagan threatened to ‘destroy ’ ex Scott Sinclair in savage TikTok post weeks before Nativity fall out

HELEN Flanagan was issued a warning from her fans after threatening to "destroy" her ex Scott Sinclair. The former Coronation Street actress split up from her footballer fiance in 2022, but the pair has struggled to co-parent their three children with Helen recently lashing out at him on Instagram. Helen called Scott "a piece of...

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4 d. ago Glasgow trains cancelled after sea waves crash onto overhead lines

Network Rail and ScotRail has warned passengers to use alternative routes today.

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