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THE PROSPECT of artificial intelligence (AI) being used in healthcare was discussed at a meeting this week – but it was stressed that this technology would not result in the loss of human interaction. The topic was raised at a meeting of the Shetland integration joint board,...
A PIECE of work is underway to understand the gap in support for children and young people in Shetland affected by someone else’s substance use. NHS Shetland’s alcohol and drug development officer Wendy McConnachie said it is “unclear if that gap is in terms of a whole...
However a bid for funding from reserves to offer full-time, permanent posts in sexual health was turned down
NHS Shetland is projecting a £4 million overspend this financial year - with the figures prompting more discussion over the use of temporary staff. Echoing previous years, locum staff costs account for most of the overspend. NHS Shetland board member Colin Campbell suggested...