Health scheme backs workers

A SCHEME to help people with health problems remain in or return to work will be launched next week.

NHS Lothian's pilot programme is inviting a range of people to the event launch at the Astley Ainslie Hospital on Wednesday.

Once up and running the service will be available to people who work in small and medium sized businesses across the Lothians.

Lynne Douglas, director of allied health professionals in NHS Lothian, said:

"Patients and the public will be able to see the service available at first hand."