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Patients Waiting Over 26 Weeks to Receive NHS Text Messages
Patients in Ayrshire and Arran who have been waiting more than 26 weeks for an inpatient or day case procedure are being urged to look...

Ayrshire Daily News
Sep 30, 20252 min read


New National Mental Health Facility for Young People to Open in Ayrshire
A new national mental health facility for young people is set to open in Ayrshire early next year. Photo: NHSAAA Work is nearing...

Ayrshire Daily News
Aug 16, 20252 min read


Single use vape ban comes into force
Single-use vapes will no longer be stocked or sold in Scotland under new legislation which comes into force today (Sunday 1 June). The...

Ayrshire Daily News
Jun 1, 20251 min read


Dundonald to Barassie Route Successful in Securing Funding for Construction
South Ayrshire Council, in partnership with Ayrshire Roads Alliance (ARA) are pleased to announce that they have been successful in...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 14, 20251 min read


Pharmacies open in Ayrshire over the Bank Holiday
With GP practices being closed on Monday 5 May 2025, Ayrshire and Arran residents are being urged to check who to turn to if they need...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 29, 20252 min read


Scottish health campaigners call for strong measures to tackle youth and adult nicotine addiction
Leading Scottish respiratory paediatricians, health charity ASH Scotland and Ayrshire & Arran’s Youth Vaping Taskforce are urging the...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 28, 20253 min read


NHS 24’s expert tips for handling dental emergencies
With many people indulging in more sugary treats than normal over the Easter weekend, NHS 24 has shared their expert advice on where and...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 22, 20252 min read


Strengthening Scotland’s NHS - New Plan to Focus on Delivery
Health Secretary Neil Gray has set out how the Scottish Government plans to improve access to treatment, reduce waiting times and shift...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 31, 20252 min read


Prestigious award success for Health Visiting and Family Nurse teams across Ayrshire
NHS Ayrshire & Arran and the three Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnerships (HSCPs) have retained a top UNICEF accolade for...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 25, 20253 min read


Calling all men aged over 65 years in Ayrshire and Arran
NHS Ayrshire & Arran is encouraging men over 65 years and who live in Ayrshire and Arran to attend their Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 21, 20252 min read


Brave 4 year old commended by SAS for calling 999 for mum
A BRAVE four-year-old has been awarded with a certificate of commendation from the Scottish Ambulance Service after immediately calling...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 17, 20252 min read


NHS Ayrshire & Arran’s robotic gynaecology surgery marks a milestone in women’s healthcare
NHS Ayrshire & Arran is celebrating the success of its pioneering robotic gynaecology surgical programme, which has transformed the care...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 7, 20252 min read


Over 326,000 children currently supported by Scottish Child Payment
New figures , show that as of 31 December 2024, the families of 326,080 children under 16 years of age were receiving vital support from...

Ayrshire Daily News
Feb 28, 20252 min read


Anger grows as NHS staff are left high and dry on pay, says UNISON
Scottish health secretary Neil Gray must start NHS pay talks before April, says the country's biggest health union, UNISON today...

Ayrshire Daily News
Feb 26, 20251 min read


Prostate cancer digital pathway success
A digital pathway for prostate cancer that was developed by teams within NHS Ayrshire & Arran has had such successful results that it is...

Ayrshire Daily News
Feb 17, 20252 min read


NHS Ayrshire & Arran honours long-serving staff at special celebration events
NHS Ayrshire & Arran recently hosted two special events to recognise and celebrate the dedication of staff who have served for more than...

Ayrshire Daily News
Feb 7, 20251 min read


Two national awards for outstanding member of staff
The outstanding work and dedication of a member of staff from NHS Ayrshire & Arran has been recognised with two national awards. Gaynor...

Ayrshire Daily News
Feb 6, 20251 min read


South Ayrshire HSCP launch a new pilot offering COPD testing at Girvan Community Hospital
The South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is delighted to be funding a new Spirometry testing pilot to support early...

Ayrshire Daily News
Feb 6, 20252 min read


Stagecoach partner with Ayr United for Dementia-Friendly Walking Football pilot
Stagecoach West Scotland announces a partnership with Ayr United Football Club (AUFC) by providing refreshments and travel information...

Ayrshire Daily News
Feb 4, 20253 min read


Get summer ready with NHS 24
Despite the not-so summery weather that we have had so far, people in Scotland are being reminded to be summer-ready with their health...

Ayrshire Daily News
Jun 18, 20242 min read
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