Monklands Replacement Project planning approval
The exciting vision to replace University Hospital Monklands has taken another important step forward with approval of the project’s planning application. At a full meeting of North Lanarkshire Council today (20 June 2024), the council agreed planning permission for...
The Briar Centre official opening
The Briar Centre, the newest addition to NHS Lanarkshire’s award-winning community brain injury rehabilitation service, has been officially opened by the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care. The Health Secretary marked the occasion by unveiling a plaque...
Waiting List Validation
NHSScotland is rolling out a new text message service to make sure that their waiting lists are up to date, and check whether patients still need their appointments or surgery. This month all patients in NHS Lanarkshire who are on a waiting list for an Orthopaedic,...
Breastfeeding group’s best start as it unites generations
A new breastfeeding group is off to the best start in life – by joyfully uniting young and old. Residents at David Walker Gardens Care Home in Rutherglen, South Lanarkshire welcomed the first meeting of the group which offers both reassurance and evidence-based...
Hat-trick of gender-based violence animations donated to national library
A hat-trick of animations from NHS Lanarkshire’s Gender-Based Violence (GBV) team are being donated to the National Library of Scotland. Ethical media-production company media co-op are donating 200 films to the national library as part of their 20-year anniversary...
Sharps Disposal Bins
NHS Lanarkshire is rolling out a new campaign to offer any resident in Lanarkshire, who has been prescribed medication that involves using a needle or sharp, a sharps disposal container. Sharps disposal containers can be used to dispose of medical supplies including...
New £22 million Chryston Community Hub officially opened
The new Chryston Community Hub has been officially opened at a special event in front of pupils, parents and staff. The £22million state-of-the-art facility is home to Chryston Primary School and our new Community Health Clinic which replaced the Muirhead Clinic. The...
Double bill of partnership events demonstrate commitment to communities
A double bill of events has demonstrated the power of partnership in supporting communities in South Lanarkshire. Last Wednesday, South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) hosted See Hear. The information event was tailor-made for people...
Horrific accident inspired Simon to become hospital volunteer
A man who experienced a devastating quad bike accident that led to the amputation of his leg has now turned his personal challenges into a mission to help others as a volunteer with NHS Lanarkshire. As a dedicated volunteer at University Hospital Hairmyres, Simon Hall...
