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
Local Primary School choir brings joy to Blantyre LIFE
Residents and staff at Blantyre LIFE were treated to a heart-warming performance from pupils of nearby St Joseph’s Primary School on Friday. The P6 choir performed classic Scottish songs, including ‘Donald, Where’s Your Troosers?’ and ‘Will Ye Go Lassie Go’ — bringing...
Historic Milestone for Infant Health: Breastfeeding Rates in North Lanarkshire Exceed 50% for the First Time
A significant milestone in infant health has been reached in Lanarkshire, as 50.7% of babies born in North Lanarkshire were breastfed. This marks the first time the area has surpassed the benchmark of 50%, reflecting a growing awareness of the benefits of...
Health board highlights its sustainability successes
A new report details the steps NHS Lanarkshire is taking to tackle climate change and meet environmental challenges. NHS Lanarkshire’s Climate Emergency and Sustainability Annual Report for 2023/24 shows a host of successes. “It’s been another great year for us in...
