Only one Scots patient with Omicron has needed intensive care since variant emerged

NHS staff absences due to coronavirus are at their highest level since the pandemic began in 2020, according to the latest official statistics.

BBC podcast presenter Deborah James has taken to Instagram to reveal that she "nearly died" during a "medical emergency" last week as she gave her followers an update on her battle against stage 4 cancer.The mother-of-two, 39, shared a brave post late last night explaining that she has yet "to come to terms" with the "trauma" she went through, after thanking her NHS team for looking after her "day and night" after she "crashed".In view of her 267,000 followers, the former headteacher marked her third operation this week as she prepares to undergo more surgery.Addressing her recent absence on the social media platform, Deborah apologised for being quiet.She wrote: "A week ago at this time in the evening I nearly died in what was an acute medical emergency."I’m not ready to discuss what happened yet as the trauma of it all has been incredibly intense - but it’s thanks to an unbelievable team of NHS specialists who worked all through the night and the next day to save me."A post shared by Deborah James (@bowelbabe)Deborah explained that despite being out of intensive care, she still has more procedures to undergo.Continuing her update, Deborah wrote: "This is me yesterday having just come round from my 3rd operation this week. I have another operation tomorrow."In 5 years of having stage 4 Cancer - this has been the hardest, most heartbreaking and scariest of them all."The podcast host explained that despite feeling "prepared for death", she felt "blindsided" by the recent situation.She went on: "I’d always prepared for my death, but I wasn’t prepared for something so blindsiding and traumatic to happen."I can’t quite believe I’m here to write this.

Police have issued an unprecedented appeal to trace a missing 15-year-old girl who left home without a trace on Thursday.

Nearly 10,000 patients in Ayrshire and Arran have waited a year or more for treatment, new figures have shown.

Hamilton striker Andy Ryan opted for the part-time approach after leaving Dunfermline - and he hopes to show his former employers what they are missing this Saturday.

The family of a Scots dad diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease is determined to help him achieve his dream of flying a helicopter.

A police officer sexually harassed two women and sent one a video of a penis.

A dad who suffered two strokes in three months after years of eating too many fish suppers has warned of the dangers of an unhealthy lifestyle.

Sam Adams, a literary agent whose career began in the postwar years at Warner Bros. and ended with the deal to bring The Handmaid’s Tale to the big screen, has died, according to multiple reports. He was 94.

David White, SAG-AFTRA’s senior advisor and former national executive director, has been named deputy chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. He’s served on its board of directors since December 2018. In his new post, White reports directly to Mary C. Daly, the San Francisco Fed’s president and CEO.

Ciara and Russell Wilson are sharing their special connection with fans.On Thursday, the duo put on a smoldering display as they shared sexy new images to promote the latest scent from their R&C fragrance line.In the photo, the 36-year-old singer and her husband, 33, were pictured holding each other while the performer showed off one of the brand's offerings.The Grammy winner also wrote a short message in her post's caption that began with: 'We're so excited to introduce The Fragrance Duo Harmony by R&C Fragrance.' Cute couple:Ciara and Russell Wilson were seen getting very close in a promotional shot for their perfume line, R&C Fragrance, that was shared to the former's Instagram account on ThursdayCiara went on to describe the scent of one of the line's offerings and stressed that the perfume had a deeper meaning for both her and her husband.'Harmony represents the connections of souls underneath all the lights and glamour. It is soft and gentle, with notes that are pure, fresh and contemporary,' she stated.

George Lopez has been spotted looking in good health after he fell ill during a New Year's Eve comedy show.On Thursday, the 60-year-old Hollywood vet appeared to have made a full recovery since his health scare while performing on stage in Auburn, Washington two weeks earlier.The LA-born actor sported a pair of black sunglasses as he stepped out of a white vehicle. Cool style:George Lopez was spotted out in Hollywood on Thursday wearing a black hoodie with a white graphic printLopez 'fell ill' in the middle of his set at a matinee performance on New Year's Eve and was forced to cancel his prime time show,TMZ reported at the time.

FRED Siriex and Gino D’Acampo stripped completely naked as they filmed their new TV show – leaving the camera crew utterly horrified. Cheeky First Dates star Fred, 49, shared a snap of the moment making sure to pixelate their manhoods.

A major police investigation has been launched after a woman was knocked down and killed in South Lanarkshire.

Impractical Jokers star Joe Gatto and his estranged wife were spotted out separately for the first time since announcing their split earlier this year.The 45-year-old reality television star was seen on Monday without his wedding ring, and wore a beige hoodie and a face mask while Bessy was also pictured out ringless.Joe Gatto took to social media at the end of the year with a shocking message announcing that he was leaving the show and also splitting from his wife of eight years amid 'some issues' in his personal life. Stepping out: Impractical Jokers star Joe Gatto and his estranged wife were spotted out separately for the first time since announcing their split earlier this year.The remaining three stars of the joke show, Q, Murr and Sal shared a 'saddened' response to the announcement but vowed to keep the show going even without Gatto.

Live With Kelly and Ryan, Gomez is opening up about the meaning behind the matching ink. “It means a couple of different things,” the actor said, . “Cara [is] one of my best friends that I’ve known for [a long time].

First Dates maitre d' Fred Sirieix joined musical star and presenter Denise Van Outen for a meal to remember at a Scots restaurant.

Madonna showed off her knockout legs in a pair of fishnet stockings when she was spotted out in West Hollywood this Wednesday.The 63-year-old pop diva was emerging from the lavish 1920s themed restaurant Delilah, which has become a celebrity hot spot.She had just enjoyed a star-studded dinner there that included Floyd Mayweather, Kanye West and Kanye's new girlfriend Julia Fox. What a look:Madonna showed off her knockout legs in a pair of fishnets when she was spotted out in West Hollywood this WednesdayMadonna zipped a cozy-looking dark bomber jacket over a fluttering white dress that was decorated with patches and cut off above the knee.Letting her signature blonde hair down, she accentuated her unmistakable features with makeup and popped on a pair of large black shades.

A petition has gone viral demanding the removal of a Michigan judge after she had some very harsh words for a cancer patient — all over some weeds in an alleyway.

Football can be a funny old game and doesn’t always take you down the path first expected.

Rumoured Celtic target Zinedine Ferhat has been offered a fresh exit route from Nimes as reports in France claim Trabzonspor will open talks over a potential deal.