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Fourteen remain in Edinburgh hospital after ship tips over in Leith docks

NHS Lothian have issued a further update following Wednesday's major incident which saw 21 people taken to hospital after a huge US Navy ship toppled over at the Imperial Dock in Leith

Edinburgh Live

Fourteen remain in hospital after ship toppled in dry dock

FOURTEEN people are still in hospital after a ship toppled over in a dry dock, leaving 35 people injured.

The National (Scotland)

Leith Docks incident: Fourteen people remain in hospital after ship tipped over

A total of 35 people were injured after the major incident in Edinburgh on Wednesday, March 22.

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Fourteen still in hospital after ship toppled in dry dock

The Petrel was dislodged during high winds in Leith, Edinburgh, on Wednesday morning.

Evening Standard

Americans amongst Edinburgh dock casualties as consulate supports those impacted

The US Consulate in Edinburgh released a statement on social media that said they were assisting American national who had been impacted by the research ship tilting in a capital harbour.

Edinburgh Live

Eight remain in hospital after Leith Docks boat topple as medics treat serious injuries

A total of 33 people were injured - NHS Lothian say eight people remain under observation at the Royal Infirmary, some of whom have "serious injuries".

Daily Record

Several Leith dock Edinburgh casualties remain in hospital with serious injuries

NHS Lothian have said that eight casualties remain in hospital, some with serious injuries, following the ship that tilted at the Imperial Dock in Leith earlier today.

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Number of Edinburgh casualties rises to 33 as rescue op at Leith Docks continues

The Scottish Ambulance Service has said that 21 casualties were taken to two capital hospitals and one Fife hospital for treatment. They added that 12 were treated at the scene for their injuries but were discharged at the docks.

Edinburgh Live

25 injured as ship tips over in dry dock

The Scottish Ambulance Service said 15 people are in hospital and 10 were treated at the scene.

The Independent UK

Edinburgh boat rescue operation sees 15 hospitalised and 10 treated at the scene

The Scottish Ambulance Service have confirmed at least 25 people have been injured after the RV Petrel tipped on Wednesday morning, with 15 taken to hospital and a further 10 treated at the scene.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh hospital on standby for 'number of patients' as locals warned avoid A&E

NHS Lothian have asked people not to attend the Royal Infirmary in Edinburgh ‘unless it’s an emergency’ after a boat tipped in the Leith Dock on Wednesday morning - with high numbers of patients expected.

Edinburgh Live

Young Celtic fan with agonising curvature on spine 'can't take it anymore' in surgery wait

Nine-year-old Harvey Martin, who suffers from a genetic condition called neurofibromatosis, requires urgent medical treatment but has been told he must wait months due to lengthy waiting lists.

Glasgow Live

Scots schoolboy begs Nicola Sturgeon to 'sort out' NHS and help end his pain as he waits for operation

Little Harvey Martin suffers from an agonising curvature on his spine that requires immediate medical intervention.

Daily Record

Almond Valley MSP calls on NHS Lothian to take Pregnancy Loss Pledge

Angela Constance MSP is backing the campaign to improve support for parents who suffer miscarriage.

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Edinburgh hospital worker sacked for being off sick after getting hit by van door

Ms Lynne Buchan is set to receive the sum after it was agreed that the health board failed in their duty to make reasonable adjustments following a health-related accident and prolonged period off work

Edinburgh Live

Nine cafes in Edinburgh hospitals are to close across city this month

The Royal Voluntary Service runs outlets across a number of NHS Lothian sites including five sites at the Western General. But nine cafés across Edinburgh and the Lothians are set to close.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian cancer patient slams NHS Lothian for 'inappropriate' data breach

Martin Laing from Blackburn, West Lothian, says he feels 'left in the dark' after his medical records were 'inappropriately' accessed by a member of NHS Lothian staff.

Daily Record

West Lothian cancer patient hits out after records 'inappropriately’ accessed by health worker

Martin Laing received a letter from NHS Lothian confirming the data breach

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People struggling to get appointments with GPs as more new houses built

Go ahead for more properties will put even more pressure on GPs

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian patients struggle for GP appointments in building boom

It's already difficult enough trying to see a GP in northern Livingston, a local community council claims and 132 new homes will only make things worse.

Daily Record

Food banks set up for struggling Scots NHS heroes unable to feed their kids

Unison members decided to act after becoming aware that staff in the Lothians are struggling to feed their kids and find the bus fare to get to work.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh hospital sets up food bank for hard up hero workers unable to feed kids

Unison union members have set up food pantries at locations across NHS Lothian sites after reports of staff being unable to afford the bus to work - with the help of the Edinburgh Food Project and the East Lothian Foodbank.

The National (Scotland)

Smear tests 'not working' as hundreds miss crucial cancer diagnosis

HUNDREDS of cervical cancer cases are going undetected in Scotland each year due to missed routine screenings, The Ferret can reveal.

Daily Record

Staff shortages hits plan for more winter beds at West Lothian hospital

Plans for more beds for elderly folk have hit a snag due to staff shortages

Daily Record

Cash bid launched to help 'bursting at the seams' GP practices

Growing patient lists are putting massive strain on surgeries

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