Care homes again are where the majority of deaths are occurring at 52% of all Covid related deaths.
Regular Testing Of Care Workers Must Be A Priority
Researching How The Lockdown Measures Affect Those With Cancer and Rare Diseases
It is understood that caregivers and patients are experiencing a major impact of COVID-19 on their lives with health services forced to change in order to ensure the safety of patients.
Supporting Health & Social Care Workers and Carers
A digital hub has been established to support workers in Health and Social Care and Carers with their physical and mental health.
Emergency Eye Care Centres Established
The new centres have been fully equipped with PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
Testing Facilities Established in Scotland in Response to Coronavirus
“Although all Scottish tests have so far been negative, we are prepared for the high likelihood that we will also see a positive case in Scotland.”
Recommendations to Support Rural and Island GPs Welcomed by Health Secretary
One of the recommendations is to develop a National Centre for Remote, Rural and Island Care.
McArthur Shocked By Lack of Land Ambulance Cover in Orkney
From 1st December 2018 to 18th of December 2019, there were 168 occasions when the land ambulance was unable to immediately attend a call because it was already deployed to another call out.
Improving access to healthcare services for victims of rape and sexual assaults
“This is a key development, and one which could make a huge difference.”
Concerns Raised About Patient Transfer Delays to Balfour Hospital
“Air ambulance cover remains crucially important for people in Orkney, particularly those living in the smaller isles.”
‘Day in the Life’ event at The Balfour Hospital
These events help young people learn more about the range of health and social care careers that are available with NHS Orkney.
