NHS Dumfries and Galloway
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Hospitals across Dumfries and Galloway are reopening for normal visiting from Friday 19 December. Visitors will still have to wear masks at all times in clinical areas and have been asked not to remove them when talking to patients, in order to reduce the risk of passing on an infection.
December 18, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Hospitals across Dumfries and Galloway are reopening for normal visiting from Friday 19 December. Visitors will still have to wear masks at all times in clinical areas and have been asked not to remove them when talking to patients, in order to reduce the risk of passing on an infection.
Drop-in flu vaccinations start tomorrow and run across D&G for the rest of the month - for details visit nhsdg.co.uk/news or see the image for dates, times and places this week. Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others against infectious diseases this winter.
December 16, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Drop-in flu vaccinations start tomorrow and run across D&G for the rest of the month - for details visit nhsdg.co.uk/news or see the image for dates, times and places this week. Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others against infectious diseases this winter.
NHS Dumfries and Galloway public health consultant Keith Allan explains why hospital visits have been restricted to essential visits only, and gives tips on staying healthy - and keeping others safe - this winter youtu.be/HWJeRAxYMeU
Fighting the spread of flu and other diseases this winter
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December 12, 2025 at 2:12 PM
NHS Dumfries and Galloway public health consultant Keith Allan explains why hospital visits have been restricted to essential visits only, and gives tips on staying healthy - and keeping others safe - this winter youtu.be/HWJeRAxYMeU
If you aren't registered with an NHS dentist, please be aware of the treatment opportunities on offer from the Public Dental Service. If you'd like to access this service, scan the QR code or call the phone number on the poster
December 11, 2025 at 2:43 PM
If you aren't registered with an NHS dentist, please be aware of the treatment opportunities on offer from the Public Dental Service. If you'd like to access this service, scan the QR code or call the phone number on the poster
A sharp rise in seasonal flu and norovirus infections is hitting communities across the region, and heaping pressure on health and social care. Medical Director Dr Kenneth Donaldson explains the situation, sets out the response within health and social care, and shares what people can do to help.
December 1, 2025 at 4:53 PM
A sharp rise in seasonal flu and norovirus infections is hitting communities across the region, and heaping pressure on health and social care. Medical Director Dr Kenneth Donaldson explains the situation, sets out the response within health and social care, and shares what people can do to help.
Medicines waste costs money and harms the environment - here are four easy things that everyone can do to help prevent it.
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Medicines waste costs money and harms the environment - here are four easy things that everyone can do to help prevent it.
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This #WorldStrokeDay, we're joining forces with @scotambservice.bsky.social to remind everyone across Scotland to know the signs of stroke and #ActFAST.
Face drooped on one side?
Arm weakness?
Speech slurred?
Time is critical
Any one of these symptoms could be a stroke. Call 999.
Face drooped on one side?
Arm weakness?
Speech slurred?
Time is critical
Any one of these symptoms could be a stroke. Call 999.
October 29, 2025 at 9:44 AM
This #WorldStrokeDay, we're joining forces with @scotambservice.bsky.social to remind everyone across Scotland to know the signs of stroke and #ActFAST.
Face drooped on one side?
Arm weakness?
Speech slurred?
Time is critical
Any one of these symptoms could be a stroke. Call 999.
Face drooped on one side?
Arm weakness?
Speech slurred?
Time is critical
Any one of these symptoms could be a stroke. Call 999.
If you're at risk from COVID-19 or flu this winter, vaccination is a good way to protect yourself. Don't miss out on a free vaccination at drop-in clinics in Kelloholm on Thursday and Dumfries on Friday. No appointment needed. Check your eligibility first here www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-livi...
October 27, 2025 at 10:40 AM
If you're at risk from COVID-19 or flu this winter, vaccination is a good way to protect yourself. Don't miss out on a free vaccination at drop-in clinics in Kelloholm on Thursday and Dumfries on Friday. No appointment needed. Check your eligibility first here www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-livi...
Our hospitals are extremely busy, and our Emergency Departments are there for very serious or life-threatening emergencies.
If you’re feeling unwell, there are many other places to get help and advice - often helping you receive the most appropriate care more quickly.
Please watch our short video:
If you’re feeling unwell, there are many other places to get help and advice - often helping you receive the most appropriate care more quickly.
Please watch our short video:
October 24, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Our hospitals are extremely busy, and our Emergency Departments are there for very serious or life-threatening emergencies.
If you’re feeling unwell, there are many other places to get help and advice - often helping you receive the most appropriate care more quickly.
Please watch our short video:
If you’re feeling unwell, there are many other places to get help and advice - often helping you receive the most appropriate care more quickly.
Please watch our short video:
Dumfries and Galloway Health and Social Care Partnership hosted 128 students on work experience placements from 22nd to 26th September this year – the largest number since the work placement programme started four years ago. Watch them talk about their experiences here: youtu.be/oDLIh-S3eII
2025 Health and Social Care Work Experience Week
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October 8, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Dumfries and Galloway Health and Social Care Partnership hosted 128 students on work experience placements from 22nd to 26th September this year – the largest number since the work placement programme started four years ago. Watch them talk about their experiences here: youtu.be/oDLIh-S3eII
We’re proud to stand with organisations, communities and individuals across Scotland in support of Scotland’s Climate Week.
We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact and embedding sustainability into everything we do working towards the same goal: a more sustainable Scotland.
We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact and embedding sustainability into everything we do working towards the same goal: a more sustainable Scotland.
September 30, 2025 at 8:50 AM
We’re proud to stand with organisations, communities and individuals across Scotland in support of Scotland’s Climate Week.
We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact and embedding sustainability into everything we do working towards the same goal: a more sustainable Scotland.
We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact and embedding sustainability into everything we do working towards the same goal: a more sustainable Scotland.
Health officials are urging eligible people across the region to get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 this autumn – as vaccinations remain one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and those around you.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/people-urged...
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/people-urged...
September 22, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Health officials are urging eligible people across the region to get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 this autumn – as vaccinations remain one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and those around you.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/people-urged...
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/people-urged...
A senior leader with many years of experience has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer of NHS Dumfries and Galloway.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/nicole-hamle...
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/nicole-hamle...
September 22, 2025 at 3:39 PM
A senior leader with many years of experience has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer of NHS Dumfries and Galloway.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/nicole-hamle...
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/nicole-hamle...
The George Cross awarded to the NHS for its work during COVID visited our hospitals this week. Nursing director Mark Kelly says the award is "a lasting reminder of the wonderful care, compassion and selflessness demonstrated by colleagues across NHS D&G"
September 18, 2025 at 7:56 AM
The George Cross awarded to the NHS for its work during COVID visited our hospitals this week. Nursing director Mark Kelly says the award is "a lasting reminder of the wonderful care, compassion and selflessness demonstrated by colleagues across NHS D&G"
More DGRI emergency patients are being seen and either admitted, discharged or transferred within four hours than at any time in the last two years - despite the Emergency Department being busier than ever. Find out how here www.nhsdg.co.uk/treatment-mo...
Treatment moving faster at DGRI, board hears – NHS Dumfries & Galloway
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August 15, 2025 at 3:15 PM
More DGRI emergency patients are being seen and either admitted, discharged or transferred within four hours than at any time in the last two years - despite the Emergency Department being busier than ever. Find out how here www.nhsdg.co.uk/treatment-mo...
SIGNIFICANT financial challenges continue to be faced by NHS Dumfries and Galloway, its Board was informed at a meeting on Monday.
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www.nhsdg.co.uk/nhs-board-br...
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/nhs-board-br...
NHS Board briefed on ‘significant’ financial challenges – NHS Dumfries & Galloway
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August 15, 2025 at 3:01 PM
SIGNIFICANT financial challenges continue to be faced by NHS Dumfries and Galloway, its Board was informed at a meeting on Monday.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/nhs-board-br...
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/nhs-board-br...
NHS Dumfries and Galloway has announced they have the ‘green light’ to plan a Maggie’s cancer care centre in Dumfries.
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/cancer-chari...
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/cancer-chari...
August 13, 2025 at 1:33 PM
NHS Dumfries and Galloway has announced they have the ‘green light’ to plan a Maggie’s cancer care centre in Dumfries.
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/cancer-chari...
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/cancer-chari...
Fine sunny weather this summer can bring some health risks as well, from heat exhaustion and dehydration to contaminated water. NHS Dumfries and Galloway public health consultant Keith Allan explains how to stay healthy when the heat is on youtu.be/ivU0gbTijAQ
Staying healthy in hot weather
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August 13, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Fine sunny weather this summer can bring some health risks as well, from heat exhaustion and dehydration to contaminated water. NHS Dumfries and Galloway public health consultant Keith Allan explains how to stay healthy when the heat is on youtu.be/ivU0gbTijAQ
An experienced leader in health, life sciences and public service has been appointed as the new Chair of NHS Dumfries and Galloway.
Mark Cook up post on Monday and says he is already struck by the warmth of the welcome — and the region’s potential.
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www.nhsdg.co.uk/health-and-i...
Mark Cook up post on Monday and says he is already struck by the warmth of the welcome — and the region’s potential.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/health-and-i...
August 8, 2025 at 1:36 PM
An experienced leader in health, life sciences and public service has been appointed as the new Chair of NHS Dumfries and Galloway.
Mark Cook up post on Monday and says he is already struck by the warmth of the welcome — and the region’s potential.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/health-and-i...
Mark Cook up post on Monday and says he is already struck by the warmth of the welcome — and the region’s potential.
Read more here:
www.nhsdg.co.uk/health-and-i...
A SERIES of workshops starting in August will explore how general medical practice in the region is running, helping to inform future approaches.
Read more here: dghscp.co.uk/workshops-ai...
Read more here: dghscp.co.uk/workshops-ai...
August 4, 2025 at 2:13 PM
A SERIES of workshops starting in August will explore how general medical practice in the region is running, helping to inform future approaches.
Read more here: dghscp.co.uk/workshops-ai...
Read more here: dghscp.co.uk/workshops-ai...
A NEW specialist unit at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI) is improving care for some of the region’s most vulnerable patients – and is already showing positive results just a few months into operation.
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/dgris-new-fr...
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/dgris-new-fr...
July 28, 2025 at 12:41 PM
A NEW specialist unit at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI) is improving care for some of the region’s most vulnerable patients – and is already showing positive results just a few months into operation.
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/dgris-new-fr...
Read more here: www.nhsdg.co.uk/dgris-new-fr...
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Dumfries and Galloway Council is hosting a series of Back to School One Stop Shop events throughout the region. Families can collect free new and pre-loved school uniforms, stationery, lunch and receive complimentary “Back to School Trims” from attending hairdressers.
See below for more details.
See below for more details.
July 19, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Dumfries and Galloway Council is hosting a series of Back to School One Stop Shop events throughout the region. Families can collect free new and pre-loved school uniforms, stationery, lunch and receive complimentary “Back to School Trims” from attending hairdressers.
See below for more details.
See below for more details.