Recovery of Circ8 exercise class across Lanarkshire
The physiotherapy department in the Learning Disability Service has successfully recovered six Circ8 classes across Lanarkshire following the Covid pandemic. Circ8 is a health promotion exercise class for people with a learning disability. It consists of a warm up,...
International fraud awareness week 2022
International Fraud Awareness Week (IFAW) 2022 takes place 13-19 November when organisations across the globe dedicate time to raise awareness about fraud. The week-long campaign will reduce the impact of fraud by raising awareness among employees. This year NHS...
Cheerio to Chief Executive
After a 35-year career in the NHS, Heather Knox, chief executive, has said a fond farewell to all in NHS Lanarkshire. In her final staff video, before retiring, Heather says thank you to all staff for their continued support. The video can be accessed on Vimeo and...
Staff vaccination clinics at our three acute hospital sites
We have now identified suitable areas in the Salus Departments of our three acute hospital sites to provide dedicated vaccination clinics for staff who have not yet been able to receive their Winter vaccines (flu and/Covid-19 booster). Staff can book an appointment...
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. Bed and...
Dr Deighan appointed NHS Lanarkshire medical director
Dr Chris Deighan has been appointed as NHS Lanarkshire executive medical director. Martin Hill, chair of NHS Lanarkshire, said: “We are delighted to announce that Dr Chris Deighan has been appointed as NHS Lanarkshire’s new medical director. “Chris is a fantastic...
Doctor Livingstone I presume?
Health colleagues from Malawi and Zambia recently visited Blantyre, birthplace of David Livingstone. The visit, hosted at the David Livingstone Centre, was attended by the Provost of South Lanarkshire and representatives from NHS Lanarkshire, Scottish Ambulance...
Get involved in driving sustainability initiatives
This week as COP27 kicks off in Egypt, our sustainability team have been celebrating winning an Award at the NHS Assure Awards. The recognition for the excellent work undertaken by the Lanarkshire Green Health Partnership (LGHP) was for the ‘Collaboration – Working in...
Efforts to address health inequalities enhanced by new University alliance
Ongoing efforts to address health inequalities in Lanarkshire are being enhanced by the creation of a new partnership with a leading university. NHS Lanarkshire and North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships, combined with partners in communities,...
