https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.ukhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mkmn3ak3js2h29 Apr 2026 08:01 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkmn3ak3js2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mk3r7h6crk2422 Apr 2026 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3r7h6crk24https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mfrenp77w22lDGRI leads the nation in caring for hip fractures, and today the hospital team received Public Health Scotland's annual Golden Hip Award in recognition! More information here https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/national-award-for-dgri-recognises-excellent-hip-fracture-care/26 Feb 2026 14:08 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfrenp77w22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mfckpko34226Significant assurance that systems are in place to protect patient safety and quality of care have been provided to NHS Dumfries and Galloway Board. Read more here: https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/board-given-assurance-on-patient-safety-and-quality-oversight/20 Feb 2026 16:46 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfckpko34226https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mfbx2dh47k26Our immunisation teams will be visiting secondary schools from March to offer the HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine. It helps protect young people against a range of cancers later in life. Consent forms went home through schools before Christmas, and there's still time to take up this opportunity.20 Feb 2026 10:54 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfbx2dh47k26https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mfa4imekkk26Staff across NHS Dumfries and Galloway have been thanked for their ‘extraordinary commitment’ – as new performance figures highlight just how busy health services remain across the region. Read more here: https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/data-shows-nhs-system-under-massive-pressures/19 Feb 2026 17:27 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfa4imekkk26https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mf7vmgklgc26The NHS Dumfries and Galloway Board heard last week that that further action is needed to reduce smoking and vaping outside NHS buildings. Read more here: https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/public-asked-to-support-keeping-nhs-sites-smoke-free/19 Feb 2026 15:23 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf7vmgklgc26https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mcrujmibks2sIf you are caring for someone with dementia, the Carers' Academy is here to help with information about dementia and advice on care. Email dg.carersacademy@nhs.scot or call Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary on 01387 246246 and ask for extension 32907 to learn more. youtu.be/pBWzqUF3h2E https://youtu.be/pBWzqUF3h2E19 Jan 2026 14:36 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcrujmibks2shttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mcf2ynf5qk23Our 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....14 Jan 2026 12:28 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcf2ynf5qk23https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mbowzm7xbk2hFrom 5 January visitors to Dumfries and Galloway hospitals no longer have to wear masks in wards and clinical areas, as the number of flu and norovirus infections continues to fall across the region. Anyone feeling unwell should not visit anyone in hospital until their symptoms have disappeared.05 Jan 2026 17:18 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbowzm7xbk2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3mabms62cis2fHospitals 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.18 Dec 2025 16:45 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mabms62cis2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3ma4pbirjmk2q16 Dec 2025 17:46 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3ma4pbirjmk2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3ma4nkvmxfk2bDrop-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.16 Dec 2025 17:16 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3ma4nkvmxfk2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m7sbhttv3s2dNHS 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 https://youtu.be/HWJeRAxYMeU12 Dec 2025 14:12 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7sbhttv3s2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m7psp7ft2k2jIf 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 poster11 Dec 2025 14:43 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7psp7ft2k2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m7k67a2blc2y09 Dec 2025 08:53 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7k67a2blc2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m6wvcvupcc2fA 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.01 Dec 2025 16:53 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6wvcvupcc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m6hc6u37ec2xMedicines waste costs money and harms the environment - here are four easy things that everyone can do to help prevent it.25 Nov 2025 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6hc6u37ec2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m46a5tg7gk2lIf 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 https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/immunisation/winter-vaccines/27 Oct 2025 10:40 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m46a5tg7gk2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m3wy6goyvk2dOur 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:24 Oct 2025 13:29 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3wy6goyvk2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m2ow5tz5gc2wDumfries 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 https://youtu.be/oDLIh-S3eII08 Oct 2025 15:06 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2ow5tz5gc2whttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3m225frr76k2mWe’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.30 Sep 2025 08:50 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m225frr76k2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3lzgqp5v34c2pHealth 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: https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/people-urged-to-act-on-calls-to-receive-flu-and-covid-vaccinations/22 Sep 2025 15:42 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3lzgqp5v34c2phttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3lzgqjvkhzc2pA senior leader with many years of experience has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer of NHS Dumfries and Galloway. Read more here: https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/nicole-hamlet-assumes-key-role-at-nhs-dumfries-and-galloway/22 Sep 2025 15:39 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3lzgqjvkhzc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3lz3uqvml522kThe 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"18 Sep 2025 07:55 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3lz3uqvml522khttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3lwh5ia25p22q 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 https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/treatment-moving-faster-at-dgri-board-hears/15 Aug 2025 15:15 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwh5ia25p22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3lwh4oicvm22wSIGNIFICANT financial challenges continue to be faced by NHS Dumfries and Galloway, its Board was informed at a meeting on Monday. Read more here: https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/nhs-board-briefed-on-significant-financial-challenges/15 Aug 2025 15:01 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwh4oicvm22whttps://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3lwbwtooqoc24NHS Dumfries and Galloway has announced they have the ‘green light’ to plan a Maggie’s cancer care centre in Dumfries.  Read more here: https://www.nhsdg.co.uk/cancer-charity-maggies-comes-to-dumfries-and-galloway/13 Aug 2025 13:33 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwbwtooqoc24https://bsky.app/profile/nhsdg.co.uk/post/3lwbllfdhzs2xFine 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 https://youtu.be/ivU0gbTijAQ13 Aug 2025 10:11 +0000at://did:plc:d35feb4ydewzpe66uozzukp7/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwbllfdhzs2x