Weekly message from Heather Knox, NHS Lanarkshire chief executive
In this week’s video, Heather speaks about the current Covid-19 cases and capacity issues across our services and thanks all staff for their continued efforts. Heather also pays tribute to Eleanor Grant, palliative care nurse specialist at University Hospital in...
Palliative care nurse specialist Eleanor Grant accepts George Cross on behalf NHS in Scotland
This week Eleanor Grant, our palliative care nurse specialist at University Hospital Wishaw, accepted the George Cross from Her Majesty The Queen on behalf of the NHS in Scotland. Eleanor was named Nurse of the Year at the Scottish Health Awards 2021. She embodies the...
Latest discounts from NHS Staff Benefits
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 per...
Smoking and mental health support, new report from ASH Scotland
ASH Scotland is urging the Scottish Government to do more to tackle health inequalities by increasing specialist smoking cessation service support for the estimated 230,000 people who smoke in Scotland who are experiencing mental health problems. The call comes as the...
Activities during the school summer holidays in North Lanarkshire
Now that schools are out for summer, North Lanarkshire Council is running a variety of programmes for children and young people to take part in. David Kennedy, health improvement senior, NHS Lanarkshire, said: “We’re thrilled to share all the local...
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo thank NHS staff with special offer
This summer marks the triumphant return of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Talented acts from across the world will take to the Edinburgh Castle esplanade this 5-27 August for the show, which this year is called ‘Voices’. The show will be a celebration of...
NHS Charities Together funds five local projects
More than £300,000 of funding has been awarded to Lanarkshire Health Board Endowment Fund to help support five projects across Lanarkshire. This welcome funding from NHS Charities Together will allow both North and South health and social care partnerships and third...
Chief Executive staff message
In this week’s video, Heather speaks about the NHS Lanarkshire Board meeting which approved a proposal to develop a long-term sustainable configuration for general surgical services. Heather also highlights the increase in Covid-19 cases in the community and advises...
Latest discounts from NHS Staff Benefits
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. Save up...
