NHS Lanarkshire https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/ Improving the health of North and South Lanarkshire Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:47:01 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-NHSL-black-512x512-1-32x32.gif NHS Lanarkshire https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/ 32 32 Poster to be showcased at national event https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-pharmacy-poster/ Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:47:01 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113172 NHS Lanarkshire’s Research and Innovation Pharmacy Forum will be represented at a major event in London. A change in prescribing inhalers sparked research, which led to the creation of the poster by Leo Haddock (pictured), an Advanced Clinical Services Pharmacist in primary care, is based at the Hunter Health Centre in East Kilbride. Called Exploring […]

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]]> Latest discounts from NHS Staff Benefits https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-latest-discounts-from-nhs-staff-benefits-209/ Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:48:59 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113158 Save £££s on some great deals both in-store and online, all especially negotiated for NHS staff. To find out more, or sign up to receive all the latest discounts, visit: www.nhsstaffbenefits.co.uk Here are some of the latest deals from some fantastic brands. 20% off golf at JA Mar Hall Following a £20m transformation, and nestled […]

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]]> Digital pathways creating opportunities for the future https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-digital-pathways/ Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:10:10 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113154 A partnership between our digital directorate and employability team is helping people begin and develop rewarding careers in digital technology. Working with training provider QA Ltd, we offer apprenticeships in data analytics and digital applications. We have also worked with Glasgow Caledonian University to introduce degree-level graduate apprenticeships in artificial intelligence and data science, and […]

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]]> Recognise frailty earlier and help people get the right support https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-frailty-support/ Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:25:06 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113151 A minor illness that one person recovers from quickly can have a much greater impact on someone living with frailty. Recognising frailty early can help staff understand what has changed, what matters to the person and what could make a difference. To help with this, the Frailty Network has launched a new LearnPro module called What […]

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]]> Honour for our director of pharmacy as he takes the Chair https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-graeme-bryson-new-chair/ Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:02:35 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113069 NHS Lanarkshire’s Director of Pharmacy, Professor Graeme Bryson, has been appointed to an honorary Chair at the University of Strathclyde’s Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. The appointment reflects Graeme’s contribution to strengthening links between NHS Lanarkshire and academia, with a particular focus on translating research, innovation and academic collaboration into improvements in patient care. […]

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]]> Get involved in growing a greener Rutherglen Health Centre https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-get-involved-in-growing-a-greener-rutherglen/ Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:56:18 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113037 NHS Lanarkshire staff and local residents are welcome to join free outdoor gardening sessions at Rutherglen Health Centre. The group meets every week to get outdoors, meet new faces and help make Rutherglen Health Centre a greener and more welcoming place for all. NHS Lanarkshire is working in partnership with Grow 73 on the Greener […]

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]]> Infection Prevention and Control Week 2026 – Past Present Protected https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-infection-prevention-and-control-week-2026-past-present-protected/ Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:38:33 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113036 This week is International Infection Prevention Week (19 to 25 October) which aims to shine a light on infection prevention each and every year. This year’s theme is “Past, Present, Protected” and honours the dedicated professionals who protect patients, staff, and communities from healthcare and community associated infections. This year we celebrate the journey from […]

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]]> University Hospital Wishaw marks its 25th anniversary https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-university-hospital-wishaw-25th-anniversary/ Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:06:13 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=113010 Photos show Wishaw General in 2001 prior to opening This month marks the silver anniversary of the official opening of University Hospital Wishaw. But the story of its physical construction began in August 1998, when Scottish Health Minister Sam Galbraith MP visited the site of the hospital as building got underway, to replace the old […]

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]]> Get ready for Winter Wellbeing Week https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-winter-wellbeing-week-26/ Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:49:20 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=112996 NHS Lanarkshire’s Staff Winter Wellbeing Week is taking place next week. This event, which runs from Monday 26 October until Sunday 1 November, encourages our staff to make time for their wellbeing. Health plays a large part in the week, which features a number of free sessions which are open to all of our colleagues. […]

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]]> R” YOU READY!! New Terminology Same Goal Preventing Transmission https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/pulse-r-you-ready-new-terminology-same-goal-preventing-transmission/ Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:35:07 +0000 https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/?p=112990 On 3 August 2026, important updates to the Transmission Based Precautions, or TBPs, guidance came into effect across both the National Infection Prevention and Control Manual and the Care Home Infection Prevention and Control Manual. These changes apply to all staff across health and care settings in Scotland and reflect the latest scientific understanding of […]

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