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% off...
Launch of national early warning score 2 (NEWS 2) paper version
National early warning score 2 (NEWS 2) – the latest version of NEWS – will be implemented in NHS Lanarkshire week beginning Monday 25 November (paper version only). The implementation of NEWS 2 will align to the recommendations within SIGN167 (2023) – care of the...
Big Shout Out to the Frailty Unit at University Hospital Monklands
The Frailty Unit at University Hospital Monklands stands out as a beacon of dedication, innovation, and collaborative teamwork. This forward-thinking team is fully committed to enhancing the quality of care for some of our most vulnerable patients—those living with...
Interface Espresso webinars – prioritising dialogue
The Interface Division is delighted to announce the launch of an Espresso webinar series. These short, engaging sessions are designed to provide a jargon-free overview of the division’s work, what it means for you, our patients and the wider system. Crucially, each...
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Team holds innovative Community Appointment Days
NHS Lanarkshire’s Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Team recently held two innovative Community Appointment Days (CADs) to give patients referred to the MSK Physiotherapy waiting list the support to manage their own condition. The events were held at Wishaw Sports...
Rapid Cancer Diagnostic Service wins Chief Executive Award
The  Rapid Cancer Diagnostic Service has been honoured with the prestigious Chief Executive Award at the 2024 Staff Awards. This recognition celebrates the service’s innovative approach to cancer care, significantly improving the speed and accuracy of cancer...
NHS Lanarkshire urging local residents to get vaccinated
With nearly 1.5 million flu and COVID-19 and vaccines administered so far this winter, NHS Lanarkshire is reminding those who have not yet received their free winter vaccines to get vaccinated as soon as possible. An increase in the number of people experiencing...
Book your place to attend the Realistic Medicine Conference 2024
NHS Lanarkshire’s annual Realistic Medicine Conference will take place at University Hospital Hairmyres lecture theatre on Thursday 5 December from 1.30pm until 5pm. The in-person conference is open to all NHS Lanarkshire and health and social care partnership staff....
Tackling fraud in NHS Scotland
Fraud committed against the NHS in Scotland costs millions each year and diverts much needed resources away from patient-centred services. NHS Lanarkshire, along with all other NHS Scotland Boards, is turning the spotlight on this type of crime during International...
