Let’s salute our health heroes

express readers are being asked to nominate their local health heroes.

a search for scotland’s most dedicated healthcare professionals has been launched - and you can get involved.

the scottish Health awards pay tribute to the nHs staff, support workers, volunteers and specialist teams who make such a difference to so many.

every year, thousands of scots owe their wellbeing and even their lives to the commitment and passion of healthcare professionals whose extraordinary efforts often go unrecognised.

now, patients, their families, work colleagues and members of the public can help them get the recognition they deserve at the 17th annual scottish Health awards in november.

run by our sister paper the Daily record in partnership with nHsscotland and the scottish government, the awards celebrate the hard work and dedication of individuals and teams delivering high quality health care throughout the country.

the achievements of those who devote their lives to improving the health and wellbeing of people across the country are recognised through 17 categories.

David Dick, editor in chief of Daily record and sunday Mail, said:“our healthcare system is full of unsung heroes, who go above and beyond to provide the best possible service to those who need it the most. It’s an honour to support such a worthy cause and celebrate those who deliver this important service across scotland.”

all finalists will be invited to attend the awards ceremony at the edinburgh corn exchange on thursday, november 1.

to nominate, go to www. scottishhealthawards.com. nominations close at 5pm on august 30.