What are the NHS waiting times where you live?

The PHS figures estimate that about one in nine people (618,447) in Scotland are on a NHS waiting list. In total, there were ...

Scotland to roll out 'simple' genetic test to help prevent deafness in babies

The test was piloted and implemented in Manchester and has now been successfully introduced by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde ...

NHS doctor's advice to 'please' stick to this GP appointment rule

The healthcare expert is asking patients to do one thing which could make it easier for people to get appointments ...
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Rollout of ‘simple’ genetic test to help prevent deafness in babies in Scotland

A “simple” genetic test for newborn babies that will help prevent deafness caused by a common antibiotic is to be rolled out across Scotland, it has been announced. The test can show whether an infant ...

Babies to be given 'simple' genetic test across Scotland to help prevent deafness

Newborn babies across Scotland will be given a “simple” genetic test to help prevent deafness caused by a common antibiotic, it has been announced. The test can show whether an infant is susceptible ...