Hairmyres improvement workshops continue to build momentum for safer care
Staff from across University Hospital Hairmyres have taken part in a second round of improvement workshops as part of the hospital’s Site Safety Improvement Programme (SSIP). The sessions follow the launch of the workshops last month and brought together colleagues...
Don’t let vaping affect your smile this World Oral Health Day
Today is World Oral Health Day (Fri 20 March) and this year’s theme focuses on ‘A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life’. There are many simple ways to protect your smile, including: • Drinking plenty of water to help prevent dry mouth • Brushing twice daily with fluoride...
Get involved: helping shape decisions across NHS Lanarkshire
Medical staff across NHS Lanarkshire are being encouraged to get involved in the organisation’s Medical Advisory Committees, which play an important role in shaping decisions that affect services and patient care across Lanarkshire. Membership of the Hospital...
A welcoming space for advice and local support in Lanark
Clydesdale in Conversation (CLiC), part of the wider Community Led Support (CLS) approach, is offering a Space to Talk based in Lanark Pharmacy. The weekly drop‑in takes place at the front of the pharmacy on Lanark High Street (next to Ebi’s) every Wednesday from 10am...
Board walk-round – Maternity and Neonatal Services
As we continue our spotlight on the work of the Board of NHS Lanarkshire, here’s a look at Board members’ latest walk-round. Members of the NHS Lanarkshire Board recently took part in a walk-round visit to Maternity and Neonatal Services at University Hospital Wishaw....
McKillop Gardens shows what good care looks like in everyday life
“It’s been perfect here,” Peggy said. “They are just very kind and caring and I want for nothing. I am very well looked after.” For Peggy Wallace, life at McKillop Gardens care home in East Kilbride is about feeling a sense of home, being listened to and genuinely...
Colleagues hold awareness sessions on supporting vulnerable adults
The Public Protection Team raised awareness for National Adult Support and Protection Day. Maureen Badavi, Adult Support & Protection Advisor, said: “The team held pop-up table sessions between University Hospitals Wishaw, Hairmyres and Monklands to help spread...
Nutrition and Hydration Week 2026
Nutrition and Hydration Week 2026 is here! Taking place from 16–22 March, the campaign is supported by the British Dietetic Association and shines a spotlight on good practice around food and drink in health and social care settings across the world. To mark the week,...
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 15%...
