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Marcia Dean at Dr Gray's Hospital in Elgin. Marcia is a bereavement support midwife. Image: Jason Hedges/DC Thomson

Elgin baby loss counsellor Marcia Dean: ‘No one should ever have to meet me. My job shouldn’t exist’

Marcia steps in when the unthinkable happens — the loss of a child during pregnancy or birth.

By Andy Morton

The Rowett Institute is running trials aimed at unlocking our food behaviour. Image: The Rowett Institute

Eat less meat and save the world: Aberdeen food scientists want you!

Aberdeen's The Rowett Institute is recruiting carnivores for a trial to uncover why we struggle to eat less meat despite its benefits for us and the planet.

By Andy Morton

I tried out reformer pilates at Aberdeen's new studio

Is the new reformer pilates studio in Aberdeen worth £15 a class? I go along to find out

As someone who can barely touch their toes, I'm not sure how I'll get on with this trendy fitness class.

By Rosemary Lowne

Founder of Hybrid Performance ABZ, Marcus Lee. Image: Hybrid Performance ABZ.

Fitness coach to open new gym in Bridge of Don

Hybrid Performance ABZ will offer a variety of training and services including sports massage.

By Jamie Sinclair

Jacob Shaw is a remarkably brave 13-year-old. Image: Kirsty Mair

‘Miracle’ Jacob to get home from Aberdeen Children’s Hospital for Christmas

To describe Jacob Shaw as extraordinary is an understatement. Aged 13, Jacob has faced more challenges than many adults would in a lifetime. But he's getting home for Christmas and his mum Kirsty can't wait.

By Rosemary Lowne

Ambulance crew at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - where NHS Grampian has declared a "health board critical incident". Image: Scott Baxter/DC Thomson

Top NHS Grampian doctor ‘extremely sorry’ as critical incident declared at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

"Uncomfortable though it is for me to say, it is possible some patients suffering significant pain might have procedures put off," Dr Bishop confesses.

By Alastair Gossip

Fiona Wares with her son Daniel, at home in Aviemore. Pictures by Jason Hedges/DC Thomson.

Meet Aviemore fundraiser Fiona Wares: Carer for her disabled son, Cairngorm Hotel waitress and charity champ

The ex-Tesco worker's son has nine different diagnoses and still Fiona finds time to help others.

By Lindsay Bruce

Isabel Hall, pictured at her graduation, nearly died in a horror motorbike crash.

Aberdeen student left fighting for life after horrific motorbike crash defies all odds and graduates from university

Isabel Hall was left fighting for her life after a freak motorbike accident but 18-months on she has graduated from the University of Aberdeen.

By Rosemary Lowne

Some patients are waiting years after a GP referral. Image: DC Thomson.

6 of the worst NHS Grampian outpatient waits – and what’s causing the pressure

We take a look at the latest outpatient waiting times for the health board - with patients waiting up to years for some appointments.

By Adele Merson

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Investigation: True impact of dementia revealed as deaths in Aberdeenshire and Highlands soar in last 20 years

Picture shows line graph demonstrating the rising number of deaths related to the disease.

October 11, 2023

Our population is aging and with that the impact of dementia is rising - from finances to care homes, our health care system and deaths. We take an in-depth look at the data surrounding dementia and Alzheimer's. Read More

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