Approval and governance of apps in NHS Lanarkshire
A new policy was introduced in 2022 to help staff navigate their way through the development, governance and use of apps. The following video has been created to talk you through the process: Apps Governance in NHSL Lanarkshire When you want to create an app, you...
NHS Lanarkshire Modern Apprenticeship Programme launches
A Lanarkshire woman has credited a modern apprenticeship programme for launching her career. Michelle Gormley, from Carnwath, joined NHS Lanarkshire’s Modern Apprenticeship programme when she left school at 17. Now a senior international recruitment advisor for NHS...
Steps taken to strengthen financial position as IJB considers harsh realities
A plan geared to protecting the most vulnerable members of South Lanarkshire communities was consolidated this week – amid a harsh financial backdrop highlighted by a recent national report. South Lanarkshire Integration Joint Board (IJB) met to strengthen an approach...
CAMHS set to dramatically slash waiting times for appointment
Our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) has introduced a new way of working which allow patients to pick their appointment dates and times. The service is now using the CAPA (The Choice and Partnership Approach) model. Developed by CAMHS consultant...
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. 22 per...
National Rising Star Award for Lewis
Lewis Mackay, occupational therapy advanced practitioner for digital leadership and transformation, was successful in receiving The Rising Star award as part of the Advancing Healthcare Awards 2023. This was in recognition of the approach he has taken to the digital...
The Big Shout Out – Camglen Treatment Room Team
The team from the Camglen Treatment Room have received a Big Shout Out for their work to improve the care of those being treated for leg ulcers. The team, who are based at Rutherglen Health Centre, introduced Doppler scanning for patients with an ulcer that has not...
Vaccination appointments for infants and young children
We are now issuing appointment letters to the parents/carers of infants and children aged 6 months to 4 years who have a condition that puts them at higher risk of serious illness and have been identified through their health records as being eligible for the COVID-19...
World No Tobacco Day – Over 1000 smoking quits in 2022
Today is World No Tobacco Day (Wed 31 May) and to support this event, NHS Lanarkshire’s Quit Your Way team is celebrating the 1000+ Lanarkshire residents who quit smoking with its service from Jan 2022 – Dec 2022. The Quit Your Way service offers 12-weeks of free...
