Scotland’s First Breastfeeding Awareness Project Launched in North Lanarkshire Primary Schools
NHS Lanarkshire has completed Scotland’s first-ever school pilot project aimed at introducing children and young people to breastfeeding as the normal way to feed a baby. This ground breaking initiative is designed to introduce children to the concept of breastfeeding...
Couple who lost baby create new hospital haven for other grieving parentsÂ
A couple who lost their baby daughter have helped create a special hospital room where other bereaved parents can share a haven of peace and quiet as they grieve. Greg and Suzanne Russell raised funds in memory of their baby, Lily, who was born prematurely at 24 weeks...
‘Phenomenal’ Blantyre LIFE supports 200 through reablement
Blantyre LIFE has delivered ‘phenomenal’ care, supporting 200 people through reablement while significantly reducing length of stay in its first full year of operation. A special event was held to mark the anniversary of the pioneering housing and care campus that...
Celebrating the impact of Family Support Hubs in South Lanarkshire
An innovative approach is helping support families and improve outcomes for children and parents. South Lanarkshire’s Family Support Hubs are multi-disciplinary teams that provide whole family support to babies, children, young people and their families across South...
Know Where to Turn: Urgent Out of Hours Service Here to Help
With winter putting extra pressure on healthcare services, NHS Lanarkshire is reminding residents that its urgent Primary Care Out of Hours Service is here to support urgent medical needs when GP practices are closed. This vital service ensures you get the care you...
Council and health board join forces to put road and hospital plans on route to success
For our latest media release on the new University Hospital Monklands, see the story on the dedicated MRP website here: Council and health board join forces to put road and hospital plans on route to success
Local School Pupils Create Smoke-Free Mural for Hospital
Image – L to R – Marie McKeown, Green Health Partnership Manager and Karen Mather, Team Leader – Quit Your Way. Local pupils from various primary schools created an eye-catching mural within NHS Lanarkshire’s new King George V Community Garden, at...
Over 670 Lanarkshire Businesses Join Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland Scheme
NHS Lanarkshire has achieved a significant milestone, with more than 670 businesses across the region now signed up to the Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland scheme. The Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland scheme promotes positive experiences for breastfeeding mothers while...
New hospital will bring healthcare benefits to all of Lanarkshire
Read our latest media release on the new University Hospital Monklands at the dedicated MRP website – New hospital will bring healthcare benefits to all of Lanarkshire
